Oliver Decrow - I'm Too Young To Die

2024-05-19 / khocico / Reads: 815

Oliver Decrow's debut album, "I'm Too Young to Die", emerges as a culmination of his reputation for stirring live performances. Offering a deeply personal narrative, the album invites listeners to traverse a diverse array of emotional terrain, from profound sorrow to tentative hope. Opening with a poignant reflection on the...

LARMO - ALARM

2024-05-15 / khocico / Reads: 828

The latest release from LARMO, unveiled on May 14th, 2024, stands as a true masterpiece. Blending elements of raw noise, industrial grit, distorted vocals, and entrancing trance melodies in his own personal way Mirosław Matyasik crafts a work that is both sonically intricate and undeniably captivating. While its melodies may...

JEREMIAH KANE - „THE END (feat. Leo Iwasaki)

2024-04-19 / khocico / Reads: 966

Polish electronic metal pioneers, JEREMIAH KANE, team up with Japanese vocalist Leo Iwasaki for their groundbreaking single, "THE END," releasing on April 19, 2024. This unique fusion blends modern metal with traditional Japanese instruments like koto and shamisen, enhanced by masterful synthesizers. The result is a transcultural, immersive auditory experience...

KITE ft Henric de la Cour and Anna von Hausswolff - Losing

2024-04-19 / khocico / Reads: 1447

From the very first chord, KITE captured my heart—its allure was immediate and profound, a rare enchantment that lingers. Niklas' voice dives deep into the soul, striking with unbridled emotional ferocity. It is dramatic, yet exquisitely beautiful, resonating with a poetic grace that is utterly irresistible. Each note he sings...

Fractal - Overload

2024-04-18 / khocico / Reads: 1410

"Overload" by Fractal marks an intriguing and successful foray into the realm of old-school EBM. Tomasz Lukowicz navigates electronic soundscapes with confidence, crafting expansive compositions energized by a vibrant, fresh beat. From the outset, this music grabbed my attention—'Reactor' being the first track I experienced. The album features a rich...

M/A/T - Replikant

2024-04-18 / khocico / Reads: 1108

"Replikant," the latest single from Hamburg-based duo M/A/T, delivers a jolt of energy with its minimalist yet futuristic vibe. This track is an electrifying combination of elements, blending pulsating beats with the hypnotic refrain, "Bright lights, cold rain, loud shots, cold kisses, my replicant."("Grelle Lichter, kalter Regen, laute Schüsse, kalte...