On his latest release as Ultraviolence, Psycho Drama, Johnny Violent injects new life into the concept album. Released on Earache Records, the album unfolds as a “techno opera,” telling the story of a character named Jessica who is pursued by a hitman. Built from original spoken and sung performances rather than film samples, the album … Read more
With their third album, “Sunburnt,” The Moon Seven Times have yet again evolved a great deal musically. “We haven’t intentionally pursued any of that,” says vocalist Lynn Canfield. “I think when we came together, we were doing stuff that was a lot more atmospheric. It seems like it’s shifted a lot; now it’s more about … Read more
Empirion is a British trio who create hard electronic dance music that bridges the gap between techno and industrial. The group is comprised of Bob Glennie, Oz Morsley, and Jamie Smart. Their debut album, “Advanced Technology,” is out on XL Recordings. The following is an interview with Glennie. When did the band start, and how … Read more
Australia’s Severed Heads have always been pioneers in creating art through electronics. Formed in Sydney in 1979, the group is widely recognized as one of the innovators behind the growth of electronic music. In addition, they’ve been experimenting with “multimedia” since before that term was even in wide use. Video has played a big role … Read more
Previously best known for her work with the Die Warzau side Oxygiene 23, Jane Jensen is now setting her sights on a solo career. On her recently released album, “Comic Book Whore,” Jane showcases a very different sound than that of her former band. Oxygiene 23’s music was very ethereal and ambient, but Jane’s solo … Read more
It’s been six years since Frazier Chorus has put out a new album, and perhaps no one is more surprised by the return than the groups’s one remaining member, Tim Freeman. Singer/songwriter Freeman had pretty much given up on performing and was going to focus on composing songs for other people to sing. But much … Read more