Porcupine Tree - Fear Of A Blank Planet

2008-09-12 / apeiron / Reads: 3621

 If there had been organized a contest for the hardest working man, definitely the 2007 year`s winner would has been Steven Wilson. The multiinstrumentalist eminently didn`t loaf in that past year 2007. He filled a year with cds and concerts, where he`s the main power. Fans were very happy. Fanatics...

PopElectronique - Retro

2012-11-05 / curly_lady / Reads: 1839

After three years of waiting, Swedish synth-pop trio comes back with a new album "Retro" released through Dream Box Records. As the title suggests it’s a synthesis of sounds of the 80’s with contemporary elements. The album consists of 10 pieces that blend well with each other making a cohesive...

Poesie Noire - Sense Of Purpose

2011-08-26 / hellium / Reads: 1979

Poesie Noire previous release was issued in the early 90's. Many things has changed in the music since that time, but what this band plays is fortunately unchanged. The voice of Marianne Valvekens that attracted attention to the work of this group in the 80s, is still a recognizable feature...

PLATRONiC – Winter Stores

2024-12-02 / khocico / Reads: 908

With the winter season just around the corner, it’s fitting to turn our attention to the Finnish-German duo PLATRONiC, whose latest release, "Winter Stores", is a perfect soundtrack to this time of year. Known for their energetic and dynamic futurepop tracks, Kay Burden and Sami Some-E have delivered something entirely...

Platronic - How To Ride The Wave

2025-03-23 / khocico / Reads: 672

With every release, Platronic – the German-Finnish duo composed of vocalist and lyricist Kay Burden and sound designer Sami Jumppanen – continues to solidify their place in the ever-evolving landscape of dark electronic music. Without rushing or forcing anything, they are steadily building their own world: thoughtful, emotionally grounded, and sonically intelligent....

Plastique Noir - Affects

2011-10-02 / hellium / Reads: 3307

Like a good old Joy Division, this release drags in a fully conscious way into a reality of overwhelming feelings, that can break the inwardness of the audience. The opening track of this record "Rose of Flesh And Blond" already gives a pretty good kick. Adequate tones, well-considered lyrics and...