I don't normally cross-post here, but I believe at least a couple of these
releases should directly appeal to list readers.
(sic 52) Guilty Connector Ikomayam Stars 'n' Nishinari EP 7"
This 7" EP decisively marks Guilty Connector's new identity, the first side
focusing the electronics of the project's renown into an orchestra of feedback
drones to realise a searing, attentive piece of tension and resolution.
The second side is a re-thought collection of sounds utilising minute low-end
whisperings and subtle textural introductions for a subdued counterpoint to the
scald of the first.
Cut at Abbey Road and pressed at Sydney's Vinyl Factory for attentive sound
reproduction. Collage colour outer and greyscale inner covers, and handstamped
labels. Edition of 200 copies.
(sic 53) Azoikum Anthropophagy CDR
Anthropophagy is in obvious contradiction to the recent Human Maggot Scum
cassette on Nil By Mouth. Whereas that was a regressive trip of abrasive harsh
rumblings, Anthropophagy is a detailed, directed, developed series of power
electronics pieces comprised of synth, samples and perhaps the hint of vocals.
The clarity of production and attentiveness of the compositions also reveal that
lewd fetishised edge which Azoikum has bared from the beginning.
Captivating, sexy, masticating artwork from Nicola Vinciguerra (Tisbor - Turgid
Animal) which folds out into an inverted cross. Pro-printed discs. Edition of
100 copies.
(sic 55) Mania Aggrievous Abominations & Disorder C-30
Another bruising encounter from Mania chasing ugly, aggravated set pieces
through seething lines of synth, harrowing vocals and upping the junk metal
wrestling.
The first side is scarily domineering in its sudden outbursts, while the second
side unleashes into thick, pulsing layers.
Folded A4 black and white collage covers in A5 ziplock bags. Colour tape labels.
Edition of 100.
(sic 56) Altar Of Flies Black Tunnels C-20
Black Tunnels made complete sense when I was watching a prison interview with
contract killer Richard Kuklinski. His vivid tale of leaving victims to be
consumed by rats in uninhabitable caves found a perfect soundtrack in the tapes
I was dubbing at the time.
Cold synth pacing and sniping noise elements define Black Tunnels, risible in
its sickening crawl and crude, dimly-lit electronic clutter.
Another strong showing from Altar Of Flies after outings on Release The Bats,
Styggelse, Husk, 905 and his own Hsten & Korset label. Printed covers and tape
labels on grey stock. Standard edition of 50 copies.
(sic 56.5) Altar Of Flies Black Tunnels C-20 + 5"
This special edition of Black Tunnels includes a lathe-cut 5" vinyl containing
two tracks which complete the kill, the record again housed in a printed sleeve
on grey stock.
Both media have then been wrapped in a handmade assortment of broken timber,
plastic sheeting, hessian and a tarry varnish.
Limited to 30 copies for enthusiasts only.
Please note the special packaging is a bit cumbersome and weighty, which affects
postage costs.
(sic 57) The Vomit Arsonist Wretch CD
Wretch is brought to you in partnership with Force Of Nature and represents a
journey through the mind of Andrew Grant, aka The Vomit Arsonist.
A decidedly personal and unnerving recording, Wretch was written during a period
of mental instability that lasted nearly two years. The result is a release that
bleeds raw emotion: loss, hatred, self-loathing, and reflection; starting at
rock bottom with waves of dark ambience and quietly spoken words, moving further
into the depths of a tortured mind. The result is a gradual advance into
forceful, vengeful power electronics.
CD and insert in a slimline wallet. Edition of 500 copies.
Releases still available from Dieter Mh & Mnem, Ichorous, Broken Diode, Priest
In Shit, The Rita & Wilt, Knife City, K2, Clew Of Theseus, Astro, Stegm, Hum Of
The Druid, Fire In The Head, The Fortieth Day, Origami Bondepraktika & Origami
Subtropika & Origami Synergika, Cloama, Conversations About The Light, TADM,
Timisoara, Gelsomina, Aube, mes Sanglantes, KA, Facialmess, Hana Kodama, Agit8
and Chrysalis, as well as the Night Science III and Underground Australia
compilations.
Full information on all of these releases, as well as ordering details, are
available on the Cipher Productions website:
http://iheartnoise.com/cipherproductions
Please contact me via the website or via email - chris.cipher[at]gmail[dot]com -
if you have any queries or require any information.
Thank you,
Chris.