New Brvtalism No. 040

A new sun appears and with it brings hope and despair. A new day is here, but the clouds still linger.

The Brvtalist is proud to present a new mix by Moscow-based producer Nick Larkin. Innovative DJ and composer of rhythmic gems, Larkin also runs Dionysus, a young label that has already had a few great releases in the techno genre.

A Dada artist and sound engineer originally from Moscow, Nick first began exploring sound in 2005. He currently works with the studio Labrynth, as well as running the Dionysus label. We love his broad range of references and in his music one can sense a deep, endless atmosphere which is only enhanced by his technical abilities. Nick spends most of his time in his studio in Moscow, working on both sound and painting. We would like to thank Nick for the first New Brvtalism of 2016 and we look forward to seeing more from him and Dionysus. For more information please visit Facebook and Soundcloud.

-JRS

Track list:

1.Hawkwind-Warriors
2.Cabaret Voltaire-The Set up
3.Time Modern-Herbstwald
4.Double Tandem-Skarn
5.400ppm-Monoculture
6.Yuuki Sakai-Gaius
7.Sandra Electronics-Clean Air
8.Powell-No U Turn
9.Minor Sciece
10.Time Modern-Elements 2
11.Sandra Electronics-Her Needs(Version 2)
12.Orphan Swords-Haagenti
13.Skarn-Revolver
15.Room 506-Red Embers
16.Codex Empire-Slate To Marble
17.Ena-Faction

New Brvtalism 2015

As the seconds tick away you reflect on the year that was. Agony and suffering were the only common themes. You embrace a new beginning. Cherish these moments as they may be your last.

The Brvtalist is proud to present the New Brvtalism Year in Review 2015. We could not be more pleased with the first year of our series and we believe this mix reflects all shades of our special brand of brvtality. From industrial to techno, noise to death rock, 2015 was a stellar year for underground music. Our selections represent our contributors, favorites and others in no particular order. We would like to thank our readers and listeners for their incredible support and we look forward to more New Brvtalism in 2016. Until next year.....

-JRS

Intro (Right Hand Path) - Archgoat (The Apocalyptic Triumphator, Debemur Morti)
IIIII - JT Whitfield (All The Little Devils Are Proud of Hell, Chondritic Sound)
Drowner - Oil Thief (Obsolescence & Monality, Chondritic Sound)
I Said Destroy - Alexandra Atnif (Demo, 2015)
Channel 83 - Broken English Club (Scars EP, Cititrax)
Forortsangest - Celldöd (Mekaniskt Gransland, Suction Records)
Suffocate - Terrence Fixmer (Jealous God 08)
Future Tyrants - Blush Response (Future Tyrants, Aufnahme + Wiedergabe)
Rot - Phase Fatale (Grain, Aufnahme + Wiedergabe)
Love is a Violent Poison - Violet Poison (unreleased)
Lies (Ancient Methods Remix) - Bourbonese Qualk (Lies, Mannequin Records)
Orobas - Orphan Swords (License to Desire/Risk in a New Age, Desire Records)
Dreamsnake - Barnett + Coloccia (Weld, Blackest Ever Black)
Forest Music - Acid Fountain (Fauna Diction, Hylé Tapes)
Excès de vitesse - Marie Davidson (Un Autre Voyage, Holodeck Records)
Poison - Pure Ground (Standard of Living, Chondritic Sound)
Object of Desire - Tuxedo Gleam (Planeté Hurlante, Lentonia Records)
Mistakes Were Made - High-Functioning Flesh (Definite Structures, Dais Records)
The Heiress - Drab Majesty (Careless, Dais Records)
Dominatrix Party - Dominatrix (Dominatrix, Instruments of Discipline)
Theme - Xultur (Demo, 2015)
Boyz Club (Human Traffic Remix) - Plack Blague (PC Noise x Pedicure Records Vol. 1)
Force Fed - HIDE (Resurrection/Force Fed EP)
4:30 Blood City - Cemetery (Wind and Shadows, Mass Media Records)
Immaculata - The Devil And The Universe (Benedicere, Rustblade)
Insanguination - Deth Crux (Pears of Anguish)
Low Crimes - Black Mare (Low Crimes/Silver Leaf, Magic Bullet Records)
Domestic Vengeance - Black Sheet Servitude (Domestic Vengeance)
Third Protection - Lidane Livering (Trench Warfare on The Western Front ft. Noisesculptor)
The Top of the Skull - Pod Blotz (Human Division, Nostilevo)
Bound Blade - BITWVLF (MMXV, Sco & Чернọбуркv Remix)
Anesthesia 2 - Sleep Clinic (Night City, Atrium)
Death Bed - Bloom Offering (Death Bed, End Result Productions)

New Brvtalism No. 039

Submerged into a pool of darkness, one hand is still above water. A pull comes from above, but you let it slip away. Drifting below the surface is where you belong.

The Brvtalist is proud to present a new mix by Sweden's Celldöd. One of the most exciting artists operating today, Anders Karlsson's project is an absolutely perfect mix of EBM, minimal synth, industrial and techno. His latest release, Mekaniskt Gransland, has become one of the best reviewed albums of 2015 and with good reason. The record's combination of tough, pulsating rhythms and sweeping experimental atmospheres, strikes an excellent balance between the past and the future. New Brvtalism No. 039 is an ode to the past. A vinyl mix that dives deep into the underground of 80's pop. Perfect for solo listening or winter gatherings.

We would like to thank Celldöd for his amazing contribution and we look forward to hearing new material in the coming year. For more information please visit Facebook and Suction Records.

Lexemes & øjeRum

The Brvtalist is pleased to feature the upcoming split cassette by Copenhagen-based artist øjeRum and American Lexemes. We have been big fans of øjeRum's visual art, specifically his hand made collages, that we featured on the site back in June. We were very pleased to discover that he is also a sound artist, operating in the genres of ambient, atmospherics and noise. California-based Lexemes is linked to similar genres, releasing a few strong EPs on labels like Orcus Editions .

The split cassette from the two artists is aptly described as "atmospheric ritualism", with each side serving as the unintentional compliment to its inverse. Listening to the release quickly submerges the listener into a introspective cloud of dark, droning environments that evoke feelings of somber nights and ceremonial practices. The cassette is limited to 100 with 70 being clear and 30 grey. We also love the art insert as it includes the entire series of "The Forest is Sleeping Within the Trees", the works that we previously featured here on The Brvtalist. The beautiful packaging mixed with three stellar long compositions make this an excellent purchase. For your listening please we have included side 1 here:

  
    <a href="http://lexemes.bandcamp.com/album/split">Split by Lexemes / øjeRum</a>
  

The cassette is currently available for pre-order on Grimoire Cassette Cvlture. For more information on the artists please visit øjeRum and Lexemes.

-JRS

Popsimonova - "Drive"

The Brvtalist is proud to premiere the music video for Popsimonova's "Dive". This is a great track taken off the album Brokedown Palace, the latest release and first solo album by the Croatian electronic music artist. Out now on Rotterdam's Electronic Emergencies, we immediately fell in love with Lana Jastrevski's fusion of electro and body music, crafting a complete record that is influenced by the 80's, techno, rave culture, the occult and more. We have been big fans of Popsimonova for some time, admiring her works on such great labels as Gooiland Elektro. Lana's use of hypnotic lyrics and powerful rhythms seduce the listener into a trance, leaving us begging for more and falling completely under her spell. While Lana herself does not do interviews, we were able to speak with Electronic Emergencies about her new record, the video and her body of work. Read more after the premiere:

From Electronic Emergencies:

La POPSIMONOVA does not give interviews. She thinks that what she has to say should be clear by listening to her music. She has authorized us, Spacemaker and Leather E of Rotterdam label Electronic Emergencies, to speak to The Brvtalist. Lana’s first solo album Brokedown Palace was released on Electronic Emergencies on 16 November 2015.

We know POPSIMONOVA well. She became a good friend and we admire her as a person and as an artist. We were both fans of her early work and befriended her on social media. Usually, that kind of online contact is rather superficial, but with Lana it was different. We talked about music, emotions, the future, things which are not so common. She is an inspiring person. When she had a gig in Rotterdam about two years ago, we planned on meeting her afterwards and get acquainted. But before everything started, a small but fierce women walked up to us and said: you must be……. At that time we hadn't started our label yet. We got along very well, and when we decided to start Electronic Emergencies, Lana was on our wish list. We asked her if she wanted to have a release on our label and she was very enthusiastic. We agreed that she would send tracks when finished, and we expected to release a 12inch.

As time passed, we grew more curious about the tracks. Then, all of a sudden, Lana sent us 11 tracks at once and we were flabbergasted. After listening to them, we called her and asked if she would like to release an album.

The Brvtalist: Brokedown Palace is the first solo album by Popsimova. What was her approach to creating a full length record and what is the idea or concept behind it?

Electronic Emergencies: After some major changes in her personal and musical life, Lana was making music on her own for the first time in a long time. Brokedown Palace is the result of this challenging period where she had to re-invent herself and deal with the past. The album is a fierce and emotional statement, a state of independence. The tracks are upbeat, nervous, restless and emotionally heavy. The lyrics are personal and reflect Lana’s complex and intelligent inner world. Is it techno, EBM, electro or is it the new wave of wave? We don’t know. But the combination of strict and haunting beats with the melodic and sad yet strong voice captured us instantly, on the dance floor and in our living room.

TB: How has the sound of Pompsimonova evolved? Also, how does Brokedown Palace build upon some of her past EPs on Gooiland Elektro, 0.5 and more?

EE: Brokedown Palace is a reflection of an important period, which was made during a relatively short time without any restrictions or expectations. It really is a solo album - the music and lyrics have, with the exception of Hey you, been created by Lana herself, just the way she wanted to…

Video still: Ingeborg Jansen — Video still: Ingeborg Jansen

TB: Talk about the concept behind the video for "Drive".

EE: We asked Ingeborg Jansen, a Dutch documentary filmmaker and dear friend, to record the live gig of POPSIMONOVA during Electronic Emergencies’ label night at club BAR in Rotterdam in November, as well as the official album presentation at Margreeth Olsthoorn’s fashion store the next day. Ingeborg used footage from both events to make a promotional video for Drive, one of our favorite tracks on Brokedown Palace. She wanted to show her fierce and simultaneously vulnerable image and the intimate atmosphere that Lana creates during a live gig. It was the first time many in the audience had seen her perform live and the shows were a huge success.

TB: What's next for Popsimonova?

EE: Next up is a live show at the BIM Festival in Antwerpen, Belgium, on Friday, December 18, 2015. The video for Drive is a good indication what we can expect.

We would like to thank Popsimonova and Electronic Emergencies for granting us the privilege of premiering the video for "Drive" and speaking to us about the new album, video and more. For more information and music please visit Soundcloud.

-JRS

New Brvtalism No. 038

The mind weakens and programming has begun. Into the darkest corridor you retreat. Hope unravels and the light has ceased.

The Brvtalist is proud to present a live mix by legendary New York City-based artist The Horrorist. Active for over two decades, Oliver Chesler, aka The Horrorist, has produced an incredible body of work that spans the genres of techno, industrial, EBM, minimal synth, hardcore, gabber, pop and others. Chesler has also become well known for his punishing one man live act as well as DJ appearances at some of the best parties around the globe.

On November 20th, 2015, The Horrorist performed at legendary Los Angeles party Das Bunker. The following night, November 21st, Chesler made a special DJ appearance at Volume 1 of The Brvtalist Showcase at The Lash. Along with Andi and M/A/N/Ø/S, the night couldn't have been more fitting for the first edition of our party. We are pleased to release this mix which was recorded live that night and can now truly live forever in infamy.

The latest single, "Programmed", is included in this mix and we can expect the new album, "Separate Dimension", in early 2016. The Horrorist will continue to tour throughout the year and below is a list of the current live dates:

December 19, 2015 - Rennes, France - Venue: Ubu
http://www.ubu-rennes.com/

January 16, 2016 - New York City, USA - Venue: Stimulate
http://stimulate-me.com/

January 29, 2016 - Paris, France - Venue: Cabaret Sauvage
http://www.cabaretsauvage.com/
https://www.facebook.com/events/632950276808694/

January 30, 2016 - Bordeax, France - Venue: Café Pompier
https://www.facebook.com/cafepompier.bordeaux

February 5, 2016 - Newcastle, UK - Venue: The Cosmic Ballroom
https://www.facebook.com/cosmicballroom

February 6, 2016 - Paisley (Glasgow), Scotland - Venue: The Club
https://www.facebook.com/theclub.paisley

March 5, 2016 - Geneva, Switzerland - Venue: LeZoo Usine
http://www.lezoo.ch/

March 19, 2016 - Leipzig, Germany - Venue: Sky Club
https://www.facebook.com/skyclub.leipzig/?fref=ts

August 6, 2016 - Kelbra, Germany - Love Sea Festival
http://www.electronic-festivals.com/event/love-sea-festival

For more information please visit The Horrorist, Facebook, Things to Come.

-JRS

Tracklist:

The Hand - The Horrorist
Attak (Original Mix) - Alex Bau
The 12th Planet (Silent Servant Remix) - Exium
Digital Tension Dementia - Front Line Assembly
Programmed - The Horrorist
The Man Master (Carretta And Workerpoor Remix) - The Horrorist
Grain (Silent Servant Remix) - Phase Fatale
Poison - Pure Ground
Dope (Original Mix) - Simone Tavazzi
Veloc (Silent Servant Remix) - Mary Velo
Buffer - Juan Sanchez
Illusion - Double FM
Gyno (Original Mix) - A001
Take Your Body Off - Perc
Explosion (Original Mix) - Sven Wittekind
Fire (Paul Mac Remix) - Ritzi Lee
One Night In NYC (Chris Liebing Remix) - The Horrorist
I Prefer - Ministry
Cadinal Newman - Nervous Gender

The Brvtal List Part III

The Brvtalist is proud to present the third and final installment of The Brvtal List 2015. We close out this year's list with some of our favorite collaborators from the past year. Happy gift giving and we are already looking forward to next year.

CVLT NATION

Vancouver (www.cvltnationbizarre.com)

Nathaniel Shannon – KING DIAMOND, NYC 2014 11x14 - $50 - Art is the best and most lasting gift, especially when it’s a sick photo of King Diamond! Here’s one of NYC photographer Nathaniel Shannon’s shots, signed and numbered from a limited run of 25 prints. Available at Cvlt Nation Bizarre.

NOCTURNA - I. NYCTOPHILIAC - $45.00.

I. NYCTOPHILIAC

(n.) love of darkness or night. Finding relaxation or comfort in the darkness.

Nocturna’s candles are handmade to order and packaged beautifully. A perfect gift for that witchy, meditative someone. At Cvlt Nation Bizarre.

Wolf+Sadie - THEURGY CUFF RING – $87.00. Another made to order piece, the Theurgy Cuff ring in sterling silver from Wolf+Sadie. We recently were lucky to see all of Wolf+Sadie’s collection in person at a local designer marketplace put on by Other Vancouver, and this ring is amazing in person! At Cvlt Nation Bizarre.

Consouling Sounds - Wiegedood - Logo (t-shirt) - $20.00. When Belgium’s Wiegedood came out with their debut De Doden Hebben Het Goed this year, we knew we were hearing something legendary. Share your underground black metal knowledge and pick up this Wiegedood logo t-shirt from Consouling Sounds. At Cvlt Nation Bizarre.

Hooftarded Fromthesky - CHEERS! Hard Enamel Pin - $8.50. Drunken opinions are like assholes, everybody's got one and they’re all sitting overnight in central lock up with a big ass footprint on ‘em. Remind yourself with these wise words on an enamel pin from Hooftarded Fromthesky. At Cvlt Nation Bizarre.

Cvlt Nation Bizarre Gift Card - If you can’t decide, you can always pick up a CVLT Nation Bizarre Gift Certificate! Available here.

The Brvtalist (Jeremy)

Los Angeles (www.thebrvtalist.com)

Dark & Somber Greetings Krampusnacht Gift Cards- Often times, the most difficult thing to find someone is a good greeting card. That's where Dark & Somber comes in. Their Black Metal inspired cards have been the perfect way to send a holiday greeting and this year they've released a gift pack which includes three new Krampus cards illustrated by artist Farron Loathing. Definitely give these to all your friends. Available at Amoeba.

The Devil and The Universe - "Benedicere" LP. I really wanted to include the limited box set but it sold out before I could post it! The purple vinyl and jacket is still beautiful and I've really been looking forward to this album. TDATU goes beyond music and crafts truly mystifying works that invoke spiritual and magical elements. Preparation for this record included travelling to the most visited pilgrimage site in the world- Lourdes, France, as well as to the Spanish Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey and the Vatican in Rome. Get it here.

Balenciaga Marble High Sneaker. If you've been following The Brvtalist on social media you know that I currently have an obsession with marble. Whether white or black, nothing quite walks the line between classic elegance and progressive design more. These shoes are one of the best ways to implement marble into your wardrobe. Keep in mind, this will work best for minimalists. All black (or white) with these shoes will be the perfect outfit. At Balenciaga.

The works of Suzy Poling. Suzy has been one of my favorite artists for quite some time. I can't think of anyone else who creates such strong works across so many different mediums. Whether sound or visual art I always seem to love everything (can you see why?). Lucky for us, her new venture will make it even easier to pick up her creations. Along with Christopher Reid Martin (another great sound and visual artist), the duo have launched Arcsine Trade. Here, you can acquire prints, tote bags (which are amazing), t-shirts and more, without the huge gallery price tag. There's something for everyone. Launching December 10th. www.arcsinetrade.com

Julius Black Single Button Blazer. I love blazers with a unconventional twist. Whether it be leather trim, interesting cuts or standout fabrics, there's no single item of clothing that means more business. From breakfast to cocktails to gala, it is really all you need. This jacket caught my eye due to its geometric qualities and luxurious fabric. Made by Julius, a killer Japanese label. Available at Ssense.

Whipsnake Accessory - Hvnter Gvtherer. There's been so many great accessories I've loved this year. I've never really been one to wear jewelry but over the past couple of years I can't get enough of rings and bracelets. I was very excited to see one of my favorite designers come out with a leather collection and this Whipsnake accessory is great. A wearable fetish object, it can be wrapped on the wrist, arm, leg, ankle or used as a hair accessory. It doesn't get more versatile than that. Made to order from salvaged leather. At Hvnter Gvtherer.

Clog Books. There is perhaps no better series of books on architecture than Clog. From Brutalism to Miami to Sci Fi, they cover all of the coolest topics and give you an amazing overview in a small, yet beautiful package. I own Brutalism, which has since sold out, and it's one of my most prized possessions. Now is an important time to buy as Clog is selling out all of their current 14 editions. These are highly sought after and have become somewhat of collectors items. You only have a couple more days but I want to include this just in case you can grab one. Good luck!! At Clog.

Material Lust (Christian Lopez Swafford)

artist/designer, NYC (www.material-lust.com)

Zana Bayne Gunther Harness Vest. Elevated bondage gear for your inner sadist. At Zana Bayne.

Vinyl is the only way to buy music nowadays. It conquers your ADD and makes you listen to whole album. If you like industrial there is one band that has carried the flag into the modern era: 3TEETH. Doesn't hurt that my brother is in the band. At Storming the Base.

We only celebrate Pagan holidays in our studio. The perfect gift is the Pagan Chair by us. At 1st dibs.

These are perfect for the world traveler that wants to make a statement. Usually that statement is "I have important shit in here, don't talk to me." At Pelican.

I've owned a lot of black boots and I keep going back to Dr. Martens. The mono version is the only version that is truly all black. At Dr. Martens.

Deb Demure

musician/artist, Los Angeles (Drab Majesty)

James Bond Lotus submarine. It's so absurd and selling for 1 million dollars on eBay. No doubt I would take this thing into the abyss and zone out listening to ambient music. At ebay.

Hands free bubble umbrella. Great for limiting interaction with people and maintaining some amount of privacy in public spaces. At Nubrella.

A pool table that acts like a pool. I enjoy pool and I enjoy a good play on words even more. From Obscura.

This is a jellyfish aquarium. I may like this photo more than I would like to have this in my home however, jelly fish are without a doubt the dreamiest of fish. At Groupon.

Sliderider.
Who wouldn't want this. I have stairs in my home leading to the front door. I am all about making a proper and dramatic exit when starting the night, however I can't say it would be all that fun coming home tired, three sheets to the wind, and trying to scramble up a 45 degree angle slide. At Quirky.

Thank you again to all of our contributors. We hope that you have discovered not only great gifts, but new artists, designers, musicians and more. From fantasy to reality, there are always new things to be found.

The Brvtal List Part II

Let the gift giving continue. Part II of The Brvtal List includes more of our favorite artists, designers, musicians and more. Enjoy!

Heather Gabel

Artist/Musician, Chicago (www.heathergabel.com /Hide)

All of the Anu Tera pieces I've seen are beautiful and powerful, their jewelry and accessories could easily double as weapons, but I've had my eye on these high waisted hand stitched lambskin shorts going on a few years now. They'd be great on and off stage. At AnuTera.

Bloodmilk is a small, independent jewelry maker based in Philadelphia. The delicate detail and personal nature of their collections is always intriguing. This talon brooch is my current favorite. At Bloodmilk.

This hand blended scent of essential oils by musician/vocalist Chelsea Wolfe is the perfect mix of dirt and brightness. I've gone through one vial already, it's really lovely. At Hello, Merch.

Aaron Montaigne

musician/artist/journalist, Los Angeles (DBC)

First is this 1980 308 Black on Black Ferrari. Super sexy, very fast super cool like Miami Vice. Craigslist.

Next is this super elegant Tie Fighter ring from our friends at Han Cholo jewelry. 14KT gold red CZ stone. Super killer, very evil. At Han Cholo.

Third is this ultra chic silk and velvet Gucci bedding set. Perfect for evenings of love and afternoons of romance. ebay.

Fourth is this fabulous 24 KT gold Versace Medusa head pinky ring. Extra pimp, At Versace.

Last but not least is this stunning Gold plated Kalashnikov AK-47. Z weapon of choice for jihadists and revolutionaries around z world. Not z straightest shooter but resilient at death itself. At Gun Broker.

Plack Blague

musician/artist, Lincoln (plackblague.bandcamp.com)

Commando Vest by Straight to Hell - You can never go wrong with a leather motorcycle jacket, especially when it's a vest! I love everything about this vest, especially the red lining on the inside and the long, slim cut. Sure to make you look HOT! At Straight to Hell

MORTICIAN - Re-Animated Dead Flesh picture disc lp - I have actually asked for this record as a gift a few times now, and I'm still waiting on it. It's even on sale! Big fan of Mortician and this album has the track 'AXE' on it, which rules. At Primitive Recordings

Ben Aitken Painting -
Ben is a Melbourne, Australia based painter that I had discovered through Instagram. I feel like I have watched his work progress since I started following him. His huge large scale paintings create emotion through pushing the duality of classical and contemporary portraiture! @SNIFLTHREESIX. Facebook

Casillero Del Diablo - Carmenere. This wine is my jam. It's got bite and packs a punch! Perfect for partying! At the winery.

Material Lust (Lauren Larson)

designer/artist, NYC (www.material-lust.com)

Cinnamon Projects Series 01 Box - Includes 7am, 4pm, 8pm, 12am and 2am sticks - we burn these ritually throughout the day in our studio. At Cinnamon Projects.

Material Lust Hand Mirrors - A modern take on your Mother's vanity mirror. At 1st dibs.

Meadowlark Septum Ring - We are constantly looking at Egyptian reference in our work as do our friends at Meadowlark.

Material Lust Pagan Ceandelabra - We just started making our Pagan Candelabra in brass - perfect for the unconventional holiday table. At 1st Dibs.

Carbon 38 embossed leather leggings - If you know Christian and I well you know we were health goth before it was a thing. Carbon 38 makes it easy to work out in your leather. At Carbon 38.

Sak Pase NYC Hoody - The best part of this street wear brand it how many people say SAK PASE ("what's up?") at you on the street passing by. At Sak Pasé NYC.

The Brvtal List

Whether Christian, Jewish, Buddhist, Pagan or Aetheist, people like to give and receive gifts. There is perhaps no better time of year for such acts of kindness than the month of December. While we're all in the giving spirit, we are pleased to present this year's edition of The Brvtal List. Past versions of the list were limited to the selections of Jeremy and Taylor. This year, we've invited some of our favorite artists, musicians, designers and friends to contribute to the list and we are excited to bring you their holiday gift guide selections.

Katie Gallagher

Fashion Designer, NYC (www.katiegallagher.com)

La Perla Bodysuit. I would wear this everywhere I go, on it's own of course, but also as a layer with skirts (like the high slit wool skirt in my shop). http://www.laperla.com

Katie Gallagher Slip Dress. I wear it all the time in all the colors. It can be dressed up or down and the red color is perfect for the season! http://katiegallagher.tictail.com

Comme des Garçons fragrance. I love almost all the comme scents, but this hits one of my tops. And the bottle is festive. www.aedes.com

Gucci padlock bag. It's the current version of a vintage Gucci bag I have from the 1970s and I need it! At Gucci.

Laura Prieto-Velasco

metalworks/designer, Chicago (Hvnter Gvtherer)

I could not be more excited to introduce the FAROUCHE collection by CHELSEA WOLFE X HVNTER GVTHERER. Limited edition "Pricks" available for preorder through 2015. Ships early 2016. www.hvntergvtherer.com/cwxhg *styled, modeled & photographed by Chelsea Wolfe.

Heather Gabel prints. I have known Heather's work for some time now and have grown to love it more as I get to know the artist behind the work. Her work creates a visceral response for me as I am equally seduced by beauty and tangled in metaphor and meaning. www.heathergabel.bigcartel.com

Leah Ball Ceramics. Specifically the day/night mug, which is my personal coffee drinking staple. I often drop some Bitter Tears in my morning mug to give it an extra little kick. http://www.leah-ball.com/homegoods/daynight-mug

LVNEA Black Sea botanical perfume is one of my personal favorites. It is earthy, musky and fresh -- and smells differently on everyone depending on their individual chemistry. I often give this as a gift because I want to bask in this scent everywhere I go! http://www.lvnea.com/products/black-sea

The Brvtalist (Taylor)

www.thebrvtalist.com

You're home for the holidays and have discovered your high school sweetheart is now dating your ex-best friend who happens to have a nasty cocaine habit and is in serious debt with James Spader. This plush queen size Nagel graphic throw is the perfect gift to keep her warm after the party has ended. HUF X NAGEL Queen Size Blanket, $80 Available at Newbury Comics.

Future Blondes is a collaborative experimental project which includes music and visual art. Available at Society 6, find their striking collages available in a variety of prints and home goods including throw pillows, duvet covers, shower curtains and more! I'm obsessed! Find multiple sizes at Society 6.

It seems like every year Chromat makes it on to the list. I'm always impressed by their ever evolving brand...and I am a sucker for a latex trench. Black Lucite Latex Tranch, $1293. At Chromat

Finding a good bag is hard. I'm digging the shape of this clean and classic black leather backpack from Maison Margiela. Mm6 Maison Margiela Black Rope Backpack, $695 on Ssense.

I've been following IDEA Books on Instagram for a while now and every day I threaten to unfollow them because they continuously find the best, most obscure art, fashion and design publications on the planet. I want them all. This collection has been my favorite so far - Gunnar International. As described by IDEA: "Late eighties. Nothing ever before or since. Being the oversized supersized magazine of Gunnar Larsen. Photographer creative director visionary. Fashion meets science fiction fantasy." Gunnar International. Available through Idea Books.

When I die, spray my casket with "A Portrait of a Lady." This perfume is the most magnetizing scent I have ever smelled. Do not wear if you are anti-social. The ultimate in BRVTL-LUX. Portrait of a Lady Perfume by Dominique Ropion, Frederic Malle. $365 Barneys New York.

UY Studio

fashion designers/art collective, Berlin (www.uy-studio.com)

We decided to go with unknown Berlin artists, who are working hard and have so much talent. We feel proud to know them and they inspire us everyday! The are definitely the perfect holiday gifts!

Print by the photographer "Evelyn Bencicova". Super chic, emotional art photography, for deep and creative minds. Can get it at Gallery Tryffelgrisen.

Sexy Alternative dreamy music - Kodama is currently working on his visual outputs and more music is about to be released shortly. Can be downloaded here: https://kodamaproject.bandcamp.com/releases

Trendy gym bag "CRUZ". Bags made out of Vegan leather & Neoprene. Available at https://www.facebook.com/CRUZ.Bags.Bags

Handmade interior design objects by Emre Demirtas. Unique and limited pieces made in Berlin. Available at https://www.facebook.com/koncreetdesign/info?tab=page_info

Fast Fashion: Latest Unisex collection by UY.
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Portals Editions

The Brvtalist is pleased to feature two new releases from Berlin-based label Portals Editions. Releasing material ranging from experimental, techno, ambient and more, the label's roster continues to produce compelling works that are mysterious, complex and thought-provoking. Combining dark aesthetics with heavily textured musical elements, we have admired their output for some time. We were immediately drawn to the latest releases from Consulate and Circular Ruins and are very excited to present their newest material.

First is a composition from experimental artist Alex Campbell's project Consulate. The latest record, "Black Narcissus", is an exercise in bleak, urban malaise, filled with brvtal drum machines and haunting soundscapes. "Panzer" is a rhythmic exploration in dark pounding techno and ambient noise. We asked the artist to say a few words about the release and received the following:

Black Narcissus had a fragmented recording process - the majority of tracks were recorded in the space of about two weeks, while I was housebound with a burst eardrum and wasn’t able to submit myself to loud volumes. The remaining two were recorded roughly a year later, building on the ideas and moods I felt I’d created with the first side - attempting to add other elements, both sonically and aesthetically. The end result is something that I hope to be as pure a distillation of my overarching influences as I could have mustered at the time of recording.

The initial tracks were heavily influenced by an aesthetic that, in my mind, was a specific combination of media both sonic and visual. European football culture; World War 2 history; the 1984 film Threads; Cold War dread; Come & See; Jorge Luis Borges; the Croatian War of Independence & related Balkan conflicts, and a broad and highly generalized sense of ‘futurism’. Trying to capture the feeling of something ancient, worn-in but at the same time out of reach, unfamiliar and completely foreign.

It should be quite obvious what music or musical style I’ve referenced in any way during any of these tracks, but to simplify it – jungle, EBM, 90s techno, psychedelic music.

Panzer was an attempt to convey a sense of dread and unfamiliarity. It is probably the only track on the release for which I had a clear idea of the mood I needed to convey, which was directly influenced by Elem Klimov’s 1985 masterpiece Come and See. Being an instrumental, the main cue is in the title of the track, along with martial drum patterns and a sound palette that existed in my head as green, brown and grey. I didn’t intend for it to a club track, or a track that could realistically be played to a dancefloor – its structure exists mainly as a framework in which I could paint on and erase sounds as I saw fit.

Circular Ruins crafts soaring melodies, marching synthesizer sequences and lush phasing drones that wander through the still void. "North of the Sun" is a complete EP that puts ritual hymns through a paradigm of a dystopian future that echoes a ruinous past. We were immediately drawn to the track "Intuitive Knowledge", as it evokes feelings of a cherished ceremony of a long lost civilization. From artist Marijn Degenaar:

Circular Ruins started about two years ago when I was left with a synthesiser and no band when two members of my previous band, ILL WINDS, returned back home to Australia. Most of the tracks on North of the Sun are recorded about half a year ago, while some are a bit older. The current Circular Ruins sounds is still similar, but perhaps moved into a bit more droney, textural and rhythmic direction.

North of the Sun is an exploration into the past and future. Into ancient, timeless worlds. It came about over the course of a stretch of time. Recorded in various locations, whilst traveling or at home. Often reflecting what was happening around, or born out of need to escape what was happening around me. Mostly the recording process was quite intuitive, without much prior intention. Often using my Korg MS-20 or Yamaha CS-5 running through various delays and loopers. The aim has always been to create a sort of rusty, weathered, ancient sound. It wanted to transport the listener to a different place

Intuitive Knowledge was the first track to have been recorded on this tape. Sound wise, it draws a lot from old Berlin masters like Cluster and Harmonia but also from Chris Carter’s early dreamy soundscapes.

Both releases are available on December 4th on cassette and digital formats. For more information and purchasing please visit Portals Editions.

-JRS