T-error 404 - Ritual of Time + New Releases on Area Z

Since 2006, T-error 404, the project of Moscow’s Владимир Черепанов has been releasing some of the most brvtally infectious tracks across the industrial, techno, EBM and rhythmic noise spectrums. With releases on labels like Khemia, X-img and Tripalium Corp, the artist arrives now on multi-disciplinary label Area Z with one of his most powerful EPs to date. Ritual of Time is 5 tracks of crushing sounds made up of industralized techno, EBM and even traces of mutant trance. With a menacing feel and dance floor shredding components, the release sanctifies the artist’s place as one of the most versatile producers working around the genres.

Out today (16/12) on Area Z. Pick up the release here and listen below.

  
    <a href="http://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/pre-order-area-z-t007-ritual-of-time">Pre-order [AREA Z T007] Ritual Of Time by t_error 404</a>
  

The Undertaker’s Tapes - On The Last Day

Today we also shed some light on a couple of other brand new releases on Area Z. On The Last Day by The Undertaker’s Tapes is an EP of ritual electronics fueled by haunting down tempo techno and massive industrial grooves. The vocals also seep into your core and linger for days after. This one has been on rotation with us for a minute now. Pick up it here and listen below.

  
    <a href="http://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/areaz005-on-the-last-day">[AREAZ005] On the Last Day by The Undertaker&#39;s Tapes</a>
  

Chrome Corpse - Anything That Moves

Moving from sacred sounds to cyber terror and body horror, Chrome Corpse unleashes a militaristic assault with Anything That Moves. The tapes minimal, frigid vibes create a certain nostalgia of 80’s genre classics but Chrome Corpse undeniably is aimed at the present and future - crafting an LP which builds off the tension of modern warfare and a planet on the brink of collapse. Out now.

  
    <a href="http://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/area-z-t006-anything-that-moves">[AREA Z T006] Anything that moves by Chrome Corpse</a>
  

-JRS

New Brvtalism No. 209 - Lucinee

The Brvtalist is proud to present a new mix from Lucinee. The Hamburg-based DJ, producer and promoter has been setting floors on fire over the last couple years with her uncompromising sets - oscillating between techno, acid, EBM and beyond. Resident at renown club PAL Hamburg, she is also co-founder of NACKT, a queer-inclusive party series and her latest venture, Lucid, focuses on raw and energetic techno and has found homes in iconic venues like Rote Flora and the Golden Pudel Club. She release her debut EP, Black Moon (12”) on Snork Enterprises in January 2019 and she followed that with a host of stellar releases and tracks with much more to come.

New Brvtalism No. 209 puts her sound on full display, taking no prisons and summoning some of the most evil sounds from the depths of multiple genres. For more visit: https://www.residentadvisor.net/dj/lucinee

-JRS

The Brvtalist Premieres: 6th Circle - "Empty"

The Brvtalist is proud to present a new track from 6th Circle. "Empty" is a satanik body crusher off the new V/A, Autonomous Strangling Machine, out now and the first release on Brazil's FORKHA. A perfect fusion of modern and old school sounds with haunting samples and infectious grooves. The release also features great tracks from Alpha & Necromante, Nuclear Sludge, Unhealed and more. A great release off this new South American imprint.

Pick this one up now on Bandcamp.

-JRS

Full track list:

1.Alpha & Necromante - I have no mouth and I must scream

2. Unhealed - Die Panne

3. 6th Circle - Empty

4. Nuclear Sludge - Disconnect

5. Unknown - Pain & Suffering

6. Vltra Delta Drive - CTC

Mastering by Andreh Torres @ NNR Studio, Brazil.

How Green Is My Toupee - "Louise Shows Us Her Insecticide Collection" Video Premiere

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new video from How Green Is My Toupee. A moniker of Croatian artist Domagoj Krsic (formerly known Cybors on Crack) “Louise Shows Us Her Insecticide Collection” is a genre bending, mind expanding work which touches on everything from synth-pop, industrial, post-punk and much more. The track comes off the forthcoming release, Limited Edition Boxset, a 4 track 10" limited to 200 copies which is also marks the 11th release of the always exceptional imprint, She Lost Kontrol. The visual accompaniment wonderfully captures the bizarre yet undeniable greatness of the track.

Out January 7th on 10”. Pre-order the release on Bandcamp.

-JRS

How Green Is My Toupee - Limited Edition Boxset (She Lost Kontrol, 2020)

The Brvtalist Premieres: Noform - "On The Brink"

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new track from Russian artist Noform. “On The Brink” comes off the exceptional various artists compilation, The Legacy, out today on Bulgarian imprint DVNTT. This piece quickly caught my attention with its massive industrial textures and pulverizing rhythmic assault. The compilation also features stand out tracks from Tullia Benedicta, Dark Quadrant, Solarmental and label boss The Deviantt. Founded in 2016, DVNTT is not constrained by genre boundaries or any other borders. The label is interested in what is different and has put out great works by Restive Plaggonna, Nigh\T/mare and others. Expect a great array of sounds and genre bending selections which covers outsider techno, noise, industrial and other forms of experimental electronics. Pick this one up to satisfy all cravings.

Out today (December 9) on DVNTT. Order yours now on Bandcamp.

-JRS

New Brvtalism No. 208 - ininin

The Brvtalist is proud to present a new mix from ininin. Based in Seoul, South Korea, the artist conjures ritual electronics filled with indigenous rhythms and industrial textures. Fear and shame, disillusionment with life and a lack of humanity inform the project while traversing through a matrix of dark atmospheres. Get lost in the intoxicating moods of this one.

-JRS

The Brvtalist Premieres: Auspex - "Imminent Domain"

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new track from Auspex. A longtime fixture of New York’s underground techno and vibrant queer nightlife community, the DJ and producer has become known for his raucous sets and I have always been a fan of his dance floor destroying productions. “Imminent Domain” comes off the forthcoming Suspicion EP, a 5 track work which also launches the Brooklyn-based OATH imprint, a label which aims for the fusion of modern technology and arcane ritual. Inspired by a concept of dystopic secret society, OATH represents the paths we choose and the vows we keep. Suspicion is ominous ritual techno which will lure you in to its hypnotizing, sacred world.

Out December 19th. For more and to order visit: https://oathlabel.bandcamp.com/

-JRS

Written and Produced by: Auspex

Mastering: JoeFarr Mastering

Artwork: Elijah Zacharov

Release Date: December 19, 2019

Orden - 𝖆𝖑𝖕𝖍𝖆

Just in time for the cold fronts ahead, Basel-born, Berlin-based outfit Orden drops a new hoodie to keep you protected this winter season. As usual, Orden uses high quality materials, signature cuts and the 𝖆𝖑𝖕𝖍𝖆 hoodie is completely handmade. Adorned with the brand’s striking logo and drawstrings in orange, this piece is an eye catcher that doesn’t sacrifice function or comfort.

I was instantly drawn to the gritty, analog shoot as the photos perfectly convey the rugged yet refined nature of the piece. 𝖆𝖑𝖕𝖍𝖆 is a limited edition release with no second runs planned so definitely pick this up as soon as you can. The official release date is December 8th but if you’re in Basel this coming weekend, you can stop by Open Store for the official pre-release on December 7th and get yours first. This is a must have for the season. To order visit Bandcamp.

-JRS

*photos by Orden. Model: unknown

New Brvtalism No. 207 - HSXCHCXCXHS

The Brvtalist is proud to present a new mix from HSXCHCXCXHS. A new alias of anonymous duo SHXCXCHCXSH, this mix comes just ahead of the new album, AÅÄ, out December 2nd on Rösten. New Brvtalism No. 207, shatters expectations and genre constraints and dives deep into the most abstract dimensions of drone, techno, industrial, rhythmic noise and experimental electronics. A hypnotizing work by one of our favorite projects.

Pre-order the album now via the label’s Bandcamp.

-JRS

album artwork by Pedro Maia. photo by Nina Durdvić

Jungstötter - To Be Someone Else (S S S S remix)

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere S S S S’ remix of Jungstötter’s “To Be Someone Else”. One of independent music’s most buzzed about artists, Germany’s Jungstötter released his debut record LOVE IS (PIAS) this past Spring to various critical acclaim and fanfare alike. The record fuses a beautiful mix of romance, pop, post-punk and more and now we see Swiss multi-faceted producer S S S S craft a striking re-interpretation of one of the most powerful tracks on the release. A true journey, the track takes your through broken rhythms, moody atmospheres and beyond.

Out November 29th on PIAS. For more visit: https://www.pias.com/

-JRS

From left: Jungstötter, S S S S