Blutengel-mastermind Chris Pohl takes us on a trip into opulent Fantasy-worlds. Neo-classical orchestral pomp meets dark atmospheric Electronica on an epic album inspired by grand scale fantastic films and role playing games.
Inspired by the work on Blutengel's symphonic album “Black Symphonies” and his show at the first Gothic-Meets-Klassik-Festival, Chris Pohl remained fascinated by the massive sound that only a full orchestra can provide. Being a big fan of Fantasy-movies and computer role playing games and their soundtracks, he became enchanted by the idea of creating his own symphonic epics. And, hand on heart, which musician hasn't dreamed about making the tunes that accompany the films in our imagination a reality at least once in his life? With Blutengel-producer Mario Rühlicke, Chris found the ideal partner in crime who was just as obsessed with the idea of creating his very own symphonic epic.
With The Lonely Soul Experience, the duo does not aim for redefining the genres of classical orchestral music or film soundtracks, much rather attempting to approach this new frontier from a totally different angle. Therefore, “Path Of Blood” is a sort of re-interpretation of neoclassical music by two electronic musicians, resulting in a fascinating fusion of Electronica and symphonic structures that breathes some exciting and fresh new air into an old-fashioned genre. In 12 instrumental pieces and the gripping “Lara's Song”, The Lonely Soul Experience create dark monumental soundscapes that will leave you breathless.
An album to take in and really listen to... alone or with someone, after dark, by candlelight and with a glass of good wine: turn the volume up and dive into an enchanting sonic world.
There's a rumble in Berlin, tonight! Terror-technicians Agonoize return with their most aggressive album to date, a fitting wake up call after their prolongued hiatus. „Apokalypse“ is a smashing tour de force coming from one of the most popular and controversial bands of the hard Electro-scene.
Calling the new Agonoize-album apocalyptic is almost a mild description for the Berlin-based lads' latest inferno of hard beats, brutal shouts and thudding bass. But Agonoize would not be Agonoize if they had not embedded a plethora of addictive hooklines and subversively catchy melodies into the core of all this mayhem. And the is not the only thing music that hits the listener square in the face like a fist, as the sonic terrorists are happily delving into all the dark sides of humanity on the lyrical side, as well. This includes vicious attacks on gentrification and selling out (in their native language of German... while at the same time taking a clear stance as to which end of the political spectrum they belong to, for anyone who cares to actually listen to the lyrics), wannabe hools with martial poses, the church and religious fanatics, as well as forays into all those nasty elements lurking under the surface of civilized society that the tabloids love to exploit, all infused with the band's special brand of pitch-black, tongue-in-cheek, humor.
With „Apokalypse“, Agonoize stay strictly in line with their motto: if we are too hard for you then just buzz off and listen to Synth Pop or Hip Hop, instead... but then the group's blood-soaked live shows will probably scare away the faint of heart, anyway. You might call the songs controversial... but Agonoize will just grin your face, show you the finger and hit you with another blast of electronic prowess!
And for all of you initiated who cannot get enough of this splatter-disco-madness, „Apokalypse“ will also be released as a deluxe 2CD version in a classy double Digipak, sporting a bonus live album, recorded in the band's native city. Agonoize are back with a bang – sporting the only real Aggro-sound from Berlin! The apocalypse has begun... and yes, there will be blood!
In 2014, one of the scene's most popular festivals is celebrating its 10th anniversary: Cologne-based Amphi Festival. The official festival companion CD also features a jubilee-worthy line up.
Since the very beginning, the list of bands performing at Amphi Festival has been reading like a “who is who” of the international Electro- and Gothic-scene. In celebration of the festival's 10th anniversary, the organisers have put together an exquisite line up and the track listing of this year's official festival CD should also make any scene-aficionado's mouth water in earnest, as it sports a versatile selection of the best performing bands that includes everything from big names to promising new faces.
With Blutengel, Mono Inc., Eisbrecher, Project Pitchfork, Hocico, Lord Of The Lost, Solar Fake, Zeromancer, Rotersand, Aesthetic Perfection or Nachtmahr, it includes some of the currently most popular acts in the scene, alongside a selection of classic pioneering bands like Front 242, Die Krupps, The Klinik, Camouflage, Clan Of Xymox and The Neon Judgment. With The Juggernauts and Torul, some up and coming attractions complete an absolutely massive line up, all of which are represented with current hits or classic tunes. And, featuring a whopping 19 tracks, “Amphi Festival 2014” not only pushes the limits of the CD format,but is also the ideal companion and souvenir of this year's instalment, as well as one of the best and most versatile compilations to come out of the scene, this year... all at the sensationally low price of an EP! Like every year, this jam-packed compilation is a must-own for anyone interested in Electro, Gothic or related music.
A-Film will release Mindscape on 26th August 2014 on DVD.
Director: Jorge Dorado
Writers: Guy Holmes, Martha Holmes (story)
Stars: Mark Strong, Taissa Farmiga, Brian Cox
Genre: Thriller
In the near future or an alternate reality, there are memory detectives, people who have the ability to enter other peoples' electronically aided memories. They often are used to resolve psychological conflicts, and sometimes to exonerate someone from a crime. John was at one time the top in this field but he has been recovering from the death of his wife, and a stroke. To get back into work the head of the small firm he works for offers him what is supposed to be a simple job, getting 16 year old Anna to start eating again. However, the "simple job" turns into his most challenging.
DUTCH VERSION:
Mindscape op DVD en Video on Demand
Releasedatum 26 augustus 2014
Mindscape is een thriller van de makers van Orphan, House of Wax en The Conjuring, met sterrencast met o. Mark Strong (Sherlock Holmes), Taissa Farmiga (American Horror Story) en Brian Cox (The Born Supremacy). Mindscape werd internationaal zeer goed ontvangen, onder andere op filmfestivals als Sitges en de Goya Awards.
Een man heeft de buitengewone gave om iemands brein binnen te dringen en het geheugen te manipuleren. Wanneer hij zich ontfermt over een briljante jonge tiener, raakt hij verzeild in een gevaarlijk spel van verleiding en verraad dat volledig uit de hand loopt...
Regie: Jorge Dorado
Met o.a.: Taissa Farmiga, Mark Strong, Brian Cox
Genre: Thriller
Taal: Engels
Ondertiteling: Nederlands
Minuten: 95
Like no other Jan L. also known as NOISUF-X (X-FUSION) dominates the dancefloors of the global club scene for years. Before realising the new album it's a matter of fact that his latest output INVASION will reach the woldwide dancefloors again. "Stille ist ein Privileg" (i.e. "Silence is a privilege") does not apply to NOISUF-X fans, and this is a good thing. Play at MAXIMUM Volume. INVASION will be released as limited 1st edition with a 6-panel-digipak plus 5 track bonus cd.
