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Modem Age Records – ADSL-003 (2024) Plastic TonesのVo.Tytti Roto=Ty Roxy (Tamara Luonto,Rosettes,Kissa etc..)とVille Valavuo (Foreseen,Kohti Tuhoa etc..)によるFinland HelsinkiのNew Wave / Synth Pop Duo. 2022年から2枚の12インチをリリースし, その後も今作に収録される曲を先行でデジタルリリースし続けてきた彼らの待望の初アルバム！帯付き仕様 Debut full length album by Modem, a Finnish synth music duo. All songs written and performed by Modem, except "Ihmisen aika" Written by Modem/Luca Legato Tytti Roto: Vocals, Synthesizers Ville Valavuo: Synthesizers, Guitar, Programming Davide: Drums, Percussion Recorded and mixed by Ville Valavuo at Modem Age Studio, Helsinki, 2023. Produced by Modem Photos by Henri Hyökyvirta Bandcamp 試聴 https://modemagerecords.bandcamp.com/album/megalomania

Tapete Records – TR562 (2024) 先着でアーティストのハンドメイドワッペンプレゼント(写真5) ドイツ,ハンブルクを拠点に活動するアーティスト Korbinian Scheffoldは近年, ソロプロジェクトKonstantin Unwohlでいくつかのカセットをリリースしました。2021年,ベルリンのカルトレーベルaufnahme+wiedergabeからデビューアルバムをリリース。 そこで彼は自分の音楽スタイルを完成させた。ミニマルなダークウェーブと現代的なシンセポップのミックス。"Neuer Wall"ではKonstantin Unwohlが自らの手で企画, 作曲, プロデュースした極めて強力な2ndアルバムをリリース。これらのトラックはKonstantin Unwohlのシンセサイザー, ドラムマシン, サンプラーのコレクションによる軽快なメロディーと力強いビートが特徴です。 リズムの中には郊外の電車が近づいてくるようにだらだらと続くものもありますが, パフォーマンスがピークに達すると再びダンスフロアに戻ってきます。"Neuer Wall"はこのようにアナログ的な贅沢とデジタル的な慎みのバランスをうまくとっている。オマージュと批評が同時に交錯するこのアルバムには, ほとんど消えかかった希望が一本の糸のように張り巡らされているが, シニシズムに陥ることはない。魅力に満ちたKonstantin Unwohlは 日常を解体し, ノスタルジックな瞬間と時代精神をうまく混ぜ合わせている。 Genre: Minimal Electro / Minimal New Wave/ Synth Pop / Post-Punk. With his solo project Konstantin Unwohl, Hamburg-based artist Korbinian Scheffold has released several cassettes in recent years. 2021 saw the release of his debut album on the Berlin-based cult label aufnahme+wiedergabe. On it, he perfected his musical style; a mixture of minimalist darkwave and contemporary synth-pop. With “Neuer Wall”, Unwohl now presents an extremely strong 2nd album, conceived, written and produced entirely by himself. The tracks are characterised by light-footed melodies and powerful beats from Unwohl's collection of synthesizers, drum machines and samplers. Some of the rhythms drag along like an approaching suburban train, only to propel us back onto the dance floor when we reach peak performance. Neuer Wall thus manages the balancing act between analogue extravagance and digital modesty. Homage and criticism at the same time, this album is pervaded by an almost extinguished hope by a thread, but without losing itself in cynicism. Full of charm, Konstantin Unwohl deconstructs the everyday and manages to mix nostalgic moments and zeitgeist. Bandcamp 試聴 https://konstantinunwohl.bandcamp.com/album/neuer-wall Instagram https://www.instagram.com/konstantinunwohl/

aufnahme + wiedergabe – [a+w lp030] (2021) ドイツ,ハンブルクを拠点に活動するアーティスト Korbinian Scheffoldは近年, ソロプロジェクトKonstantin Unwohlでいくつかのカセットをリリースしている。2021年,ベルリンのカルトレーベルaufnahme+wiedergabeからリリースしたデビューアルバム。 Bandcamp 試聴 https://konstantinunwohl.bandcamp.com/album/im-institut-f-r-str-mungstechnik Instagram https://www.instagram.com/konstantinunwohl/

aufnahme + wiedergabe – [a+w LXVIII] (2024) ドイツ,ハンブルクを拠点に活動するアーティスト Korbinian Scheffoldは近年, ソロプロジェクトKonstantin Unwohlでいくつかのカセットをリリース。2021年,ベルリンのカルトレーベルaufnahme+wiedergabeからリリースしたデビューアルバムのリミックスアルバム。 参加アーティスト Ancient Methods / Poison Ivy / L.F.T. / Die Selektion / Ernst Leben Bandcamp 試聴 https://konstantinunwohl.bandcamp.com/album/im-institut-f-r-str-mungstechnik-remixed

Ernst Label – EL 001 (2023) 先着でアーティストのハンドメイドワッペンプレゼント(写真5) Ernst Leben : Konstantin UnwohlのDIYサイドプロジェクト 2023年リリースのファースト7"シングル ドイツ,ハンブルクを拠点に活動するアーティスト Korbinian Scheffoldは近年, ソロプロジェクトKonstantin Unwohlでいくつかのカセットをリリースしました。2021年,ベルリンのカルトレーベルaufnahme+wiedergabeからデビューアルバム,そして2024年最新セカンドアルバム"Neuer Wall"をTapete Recordsからリリース。 Bandcamp 試聴 https://ernstlabel.bandcamp.com/album/nicht-dein-ernst Instagram https://www.instagram.com/egon_allein_zu_haus

Zack Zack Zack - Yigit & Cemgilの2人によるユニット トルコのイズミル出身で現在はオーストリア,ウィーンを拠点として活動中 彼らは革新的な音の組み合わせで実験したり,驚かせたりするのが好きで 伝統的なオリエンタルな楽器だけでなく,シグネチャーシンセサイザー サウンドからインスピレーションを得た新しい音楽を提供しています。 レトロフューチャー 前衛 実験的 音楽は国境やレーベルを越える... 彼らの2024年最新リミックスアルバム Zack Zack Zack presents "アルバム2.5 "は 近年のダークウェーブやポストパンクシーンにおいて影響力のあるアクトや新進アーティストによるZZZトラックのリミックス9曲をフィーチャーしています。 Vienna based electronic avant-garde, minimal, synthesizer, experimental duo. With traditional oriental instruments and some potion of post-punk, goth and EBM they creating a fresh dark, melancholic and danceable sound. Starting 2019 with a performance in "Kunstschule Wien" Zack Zack Zack presents the "Album 2.5" " featuring 9 remixes of ZZZ tracks by influential acts and emerging artists in the current dark-wave and post-punk scene. 収録曲 アーティスト SIDE A (ITA) Shad Shadows - Luftbalon (SWE) Emmon - Oluler susar (FR) Infecticide - Ev (LIT) Solo Ansamblis - Para Para/ EV (ITA) Fiasko Leitmotiv - Oluler susar SIDE B (GER) Oberst Panizza - Oluler susar (SWE) Hidden Lines - Disco Traurig (SWE) Majestoluxe - Yaradan (GER) Schlusslicht - Toprak Bandcamp 試聴 https://zackzackzack.bandcamp.com/album/album-25 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/zackzackzack.live/

Trost Records – TR226 (2023) Zack Zack Zack - Yigit & Cemgilの2人によるユニット トルコのイズミル出身で現在はオーストリア,ウィーンを拠点として活動中 彼らは革新的な音の組み合わせで実験したり,驚かせたりするのが好きで 伝統的なオリエンタルな楽器だけでなく,シグネチャーシンセサイザー サウンドからインスピレーションを得た新しい音楽を提供しています。 レトロフューチャー 前衛 実験的 音楽は国境やレーベルを越える... 彼らの2023年リリースのセカンドアルバム Vienna based electronic avant-garde, minimal, synthesizer, experimental duo. With traditional oriental instruments and some potion of post-punk, goth and EBM they creating a fresh dark, melancholic and danceable sound. Starting 2019 with a performance in "Kunstschule Wien" 'Album 2'' is the second album by the Turkish synthwave/postpunk duo ''Zack Zack Zack'' (Yigit Bakkalbasi & Cemgil Demirtas) based in Vienna, Austria. Their name is an artistic manifesto; a phrase refering to the Austrian political disaster (Ibiza Affair) from May 2019, which revealed the corrupted system of rightwing politics and lead to the government’s fall. All songs are produced by Yigit Bakkalbasi and Cemgil Demirtas artwork - Rasool Hoseini mastering - Martin Siewert published by Cien Fuegos funded by SKE and Österreichisches Musikfonds Bandcamp 試聴 https://zackzackzack.bandcamp.com/album/album-2 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/zackzackzack.live/

Stickers x2 & Embroidery Patch (10X10 cm)付きのスペシャルセット Zack Zack Zack - Yigit & Cemgilの2人によるユニット トルコのイズミル出身で現在はオーストリア,ウィーンを拠点として活動中 彼らは革新的な音の組み合わせで実験したり,驚かせたりするのが好きで 伝統的なオリエンタルな楽器だけでなく,シグネチャーシンセサイザー サウンドからインスピレーションを得た新しい音楽を提供しています。 レトロフューチャー 前衛 実験的 音楽は国境やレーベルを越える... あなたを魅了し, 驚かせ, 踊らせ, 夢を見させ, あらゆる方法であなたに影響を与える11曲 彼らの2021年リリースのデビュー ファーストアルバム Bandcamp https://zackzackzack.bandcamp.com Instagram https://www.instagram.com/zackzackzack.live/

Rustblade RBL039 (2013) / Tracks 17 & 18 - Unreleased 「Vanity and Revolt」は 彼らの3枚のアルバムの中から選りすぐりの作品と「Mini Skirt Mini Morals」のような未発表曲を手に入れる絶好の機会です。 「Vanity and Revolt」に収録されている全19タイトルはVelvet Condomのサウンドの多様性を体現しています。「Samt und Stein」や「Kalter Lippenstift」のようなダンサブルなエレクトロ・ウェイヴ・フロア・フィラーから「Menace」や「Never Ever」のようなクールで洗練されたアーバン・ファンのお気に入り, そして最後のモダン・シンセ・ポップのヒット曲「Rouge City」 まで。 絶対に必須!! ヴェルヴェットコンドームは、情熱的で雰囲気のある独自のサウンドに, 現代的なロマンチシズムのきらめきを漂わせています。お見逃しなく。(Andy from NO MORE)

輸入盤の為,輸送時における角折れ等のダメージが若干ありますので予めご了承下さい。 Hertz-Schrittmacher – HERTZ069 (2024) After years of reluctance, finally a new album from Dada Pogrom. The Icelandic musician Kenneth Walter Balys has created a masterpiece of elaborated synth passages with wonderful pop melodies. His performances are few and far between, but in March 2024 he had already played some of the new songs in front of a full sold out house at the Kernkrach Festival. The audience was thrilled and demanded encores. Bandcamp 試聴 https://dadapogrom.bandcamp.com/album/the-black-light-spectrum

Nancy Records – Nancy7 (2024) lim. edition only 150 copies pink vinyl, hand numbered, photo, stamped German Wave / Synth Pop solo project Elysian Park “Zoo 84” from “Devil’s Mystique / Zoo 84″ 7” single (reworked versions of previously released songs) Bandcamp 試聴 https://elysian-park.bandcamp.com/album/devils-mystique-zoo-84-singles

Young And Cold Records – YCR/180 (2024) SIXTH JUNE, the Serbian duo working from Berlin for many years, has gathered a solid fan base since their first album in 2010, and even longer breaks have not stopped the fans from staying loyal. With their fifth album “Stay” (their first on Y&C), SIXTH JUNE catapult themselves another big step forward. Catchy Electro-Wave that will leave a lasting impression, also far beyond the usual scene: Wonderfully produced songs that immediately stick in your head, but fail to sound “superficial”. ‘Stay’ includes totally 8 tracks, among them the remixed and remastered versions of the singles: “Dance with me”, “Stay”, “Collapse”, “Sanjam” and “Wake up”. The basic direction of SIXTH JUNE has remained the same... their mixture of Electro-Wave, Minimal-Synth and intense 80s atmospheres is both, profound and catchy. Overall, there is an (even) more melancholic atmosphere this time, which is often strongly reminiscent of the less experimental stuff of Kirlian Camera from the 80s (“Blue Room”, “Heldenplatz”...). “Dance with Me” and “Sanjam” open the album in the usual way, with the former song also being suitable for the dancefloors of clubs, especially in the early hours of the morning when the party is slowly winding down. “Stay” combines electronic elements with light Neofolk-over- tones and puts the listener in an almost hypnotic mood. “Take Care” seems lighter and could almost be a lost Valerie-Dore B-side, as unlikely as that may sound. “Dream Again” then leads more into the second half of the 80s and is a little more solemn, while finally “Collapse” is an anthem for the sunrise on the beach, after a night of partying and will certainly become a fan favorite at concerts. Bandcamp 試聴 https://sixthjune.bandcamp.com/album/stay

Young And Cold Records – YCR/184 (2024) Highly gifted US-trio from Chicago with a very strong debut album! The band's self-description "we make sad happy music to dance to" sums it up pretty well. Discogs mentions genres such as Dreampop, Gothrock, New Wave and Indie, but in the end it can be summed up as Postpunk, which on the one hand fits well into the ongoing trend. On the other hand, however, it relies less on the usual gloom and instead conveys a positive overall mood. This is ensured by the female singer's unpretentious singing, the straight rhythms, the pumping bass and the wavy guitars. This would have fit well on the 4AD label in the early 90s, when bands like Lush, Belly, Throwing Muses and Breeders were causing a stir there. After starting with the relaxed, easy-going songs “I still love You”, “Donde Dormiste” and “Tarot”, “Die Disko” then takes a danceable club direction for the first time, as does the slightly hectic “I don't want to share You (Too Shy)”. “Untitled” brings back memories of The Cure - but has nothing to do with the song of the same name from “Disintegration”. Dreampop at its finest is “Touch Me”, which would be a monument if performed live accordingly, “Drag U Down” is flawless Indiepop, as was common in the second half of the 80s on labels such as Sarah, Creation or Postcard. FUTURE NOBODIES present a fairly mature debut here, which is stylistically diverse, but has already developed its own style, which promises a lot for the future. It's worth keeping an eye on and an ear out for! Bandcamp 試聴 https://futurenobodies.bandcamp.com/album/future-nobodies

Young And Cold Records – YCR/182 (2024) ADAM USI (from the South of Germany) is practically part of the "inventory" of Y&C Records. He was there right from the beginning and released several records and tapes, making a good name for himself with a small but fine fan base through this and occasional live performances. Far too long, six years after the 2018 work "In Plastique Bloom", here’s an all new album! Musically, the tried and tested mix of New Wave and Synthpop in the style of the 80s remains, but sounds appear much matured! You could also just call it Wave-Pop, here and there with a bit of New Romantic atmosphere, characterized by the fresh, natural singing. “Malaise”, for example, is a real catchy tune, “2 10” brings to mind the very early Depeche Mode and “Farce”, which was released on tape in 2021, could almost have come from the second or third Soft Cell- album, at least as far as the vocal melody is concerned. “Woke up unlucky” not only shows a slightly different side of ADAM USI in the title, musically speaking it is also much more “wavy”. From time to time it gets a bit darker, as in “Aurora”, which is almost hypnotic, but at the same t ime invites you to dance. “Censored Self-Harm” is all about conscious and unconscious self-harm and self-denial. And since this is of course not an easy topic - but is sometimes packed in catchy music in a seemingly contradictory way - the lyrics are included with the LP so that listeners can deal with it. But of course you can also just enjoy the album as a beautiful Wave-Pop-pearl. ADAM USI pre- sent an album that is simultaneously catchy and profound and seems calm in a positive sense.

Young And Cold Records – YCR/174 (2024) In the 1990s and early 2000s, well-known European and American Darkwave- and Electro-bands such as London After Midnight, Das Ich and Crüxshadows played in Mexico for the first time and were surprised by enthusiastic audiences. As if by an initial spark, many fans began to make music themselves and a lively Dark-Scene has developed to this day. Y&C brought some of the acts to Europe firstly...including LOVER & STRANGERS. The trio was founded in 2018 and is now releasing their third album, "P3rv3rt". Nothing fundamental has changed in the basic mix of 90s Dark Electro and some Gothic-elements. However, the production and songwriting have matured significantly and songs like "Face to Face" should quickly fill the dance floors of the clubs. "Destiny" almost tends towards the Future-Pop direction, that emerged around the turn of the millennium. "Dominik" has more than a bit of The Sisters Of Mercy, as does "Justine" (not just because of the woman's name in the title) and "Re- demption" is a perfect song in classic New Wave-style. None of this is new, but it is implemented in such a pleasant and contemporary way that it is very entertaining. Darkwave in the style of the 90s with today's technical implementation...that will be definitely a lot of fun live too! Bandcamp 試聴 https://strangerandloversofficial.bandcamp.com/album/p3rv3rt

Young And Cold Records – YCR/171 (2024) The German duo URSULA released several tapes and a split LP since 2019... With their sound between catchy NDW (German New Wave around 1981/82) and Minimal Synth, URSULA have quickly made a good name for themselves among Minimal-fans and now also started performing live. With "4" and upcoming performances, the duo intends to reach a wider audience and bring their danceable electronic sound to the clubs. The 8 tracks on this beautifully coloured Vinyl recall the early German tape scene of the 80s, when "children's room"-musicians implemented their idea of Pop Music with the simplest technical an musical equipment. From the descriptions it is clear that “4” sounds like it was made from a single piece and will delight NDW fans of groups like Profil, Stahlnetz, Zaza or Recht Herzlich, as well as people who love current acts like Kühle Matrosen, Tilly Electronics or Gen Null. Bandcamp 試聴 https://ursula-ursula.bandcamp.com/album/ursula-4

Young And Cold Records – YCR/053LP (2020) Psihokratija was founded in 1988 in Yugoslavia (Belgrade, Serbia) by Gorjan Krstić (synths and composition) and Zoran Petrović (vocals). Wessely Karel (synths) joined the band but left after a very short period of time. In 1990 the band released its debut album, entitled "Album Mentalnih Fotografija" (Mental Photo Album) and started performing all over the country. The same year, the band split and Gorjan Krstić, with new band members, began to prepare the band's second album, which ended right before the start of the civil war. It was only after many years, that Gorjan reactivated the whole project with new band members. He is currently preparing Psihokratija's third album. Bandcamp 試聴 https://psihokratija.bandcamp.com/album/eight-wanderings-of-the-soul

Young And Cold Records – YCR/177 (2024) THE SWEET KILL is the solo project of US musician Pete Mills. While solo projects are usually in the Electro or Darkwave genres, THE SWEET KILL is clearly inspired by Gothrock, a genre that actually thrives primarily on the interaction of a band. The fact that Mills' sound still works very well shows his musical talent. NOWHERE contains sonic cinematic soundscapes of cold wave synths, post-punk drums, atmospheric guitar and melodic bass. This highly anticipated sophomoric album questions the final analysis of the souls’ journey between two worlds, are we eternally floating in the ether or are we never lost and always found? Grief is love with nowhere to go. Lives are lived and lost and some souls return to explore another round as others trudge eternally haunting our world forever in the nowhere… Bandcamp 試聴 https://thesweetkill.bandcamp.com/album/nowhere

Young And Cold Records – YCR/176 (2024) WERNER KARLOFF and DAN SHAMBLE have been working together under the name NEUE STRASSEN since the mid-2010s. Even though a number of Mexican Darkwave/Electro/Postpunk- acts have emerged in recent years, particularly thanks to the networking of Y&C, there is still a lot to discover from this country. While the first album and a single were previously only available as imports in Europe, the all new album "Last Days" is now being released in Europe, and should therefore give the duo a real boost in attention. Not only the band name NEUE STRASSEN, but also song titles such as "Unterwegs" and German-language samples show a clear connection to Germany. The opener "Attack on the City" is an electro smasher that will get Club- and Concert-goers dancing straight away. Powerful, straightforward and catchy...that has real hit potential right from the start of the album. “Erased Thoughts” is a little more sedate and dark-wavy, but is also beautifully dynamic and freshly produced. “Golden Cage” is based on 90s Dark Electro, combined with some Gothrock-guitar sounds. “Suburban Distress” is strongly rooted in the New Wave of the 80s, while “The Witch” should reveal its qualities live, the rockiest song on “Last Days”. “Unterwegs” is something for the Minimal-freaks and “Warm Sands” finally brings back almost the good old Batcave sound. The influences are therefore diverse. What makes NEUE STRASSEN’s sound so special, is the combination of extremely danceable rhythms, playful electronic sounds, cool vocals and wavy guitars. All of this is excellently produced, mixed and mastered in a very contemporary way, so that the album is very catchy, but still retains a few rough edges. Another inside tip that should quickly conquer larger audiences. In any case, the density of hits is high. Bandcamp 試聴 https://neuestrassen.bandcamp.com/album/last-days

Young and Cold Records – YCR/173 (2024) Since 2017, the Texan Gothrock/Postpunk/Darkwave-trio ROSEGARDEN FUNERAL PARTY has been releasing music continuously without longer breaks. Even during the pandemic, two new albums were released, and to much acclaim! This and the constant live presence show the irrepressible joy of playing music of the band around singer Leah Lane. After the 2022 album "Take Cover", which contained only cover versions, some of which were really surprising in song selection and interpretations, the fifth album (alongside numerous digital singles and a CD compilation) "From the Ashes" is now being released again by Y&C. The basic musical direction has of course remained the same, that is, Rosegarden Funeral Party draw extensively on over 40 years of Wave- and Postpunk-history and use it to form their very own style, not least through the expressive vocals of Leah Lane. There is everything from raw Gothrock in "Doorway Ghost" to Darkwave in "First to cry" and Guitar-Wave in "Pillar of Salt" to Postpunk in the title track "From the Ashes". The influences range from bands like All About Eve and Ghost Dance ("Almost Heaven") through Toyah and Hazel O'Connor ("Embers") to The Chameleons ("Pillar of Salt") and Sparks ("Love Like Goodbye"). This variedness, the intensity of the live performances and a cover artwork that is rather unusual for the genre (but noticeable) will bring "From the Ashes" a lot of attention and not only satisfy existing fans, but also attract new listeners. Bandcamp 試聴 https://rosegardenfuneralparty.bandcamp.com/album/from-the-ashes

Young And Cold Records – YCR/169 (2024) Of all releases on Young & Cold in past 12 months, this is probably the one I enjoyed most! (except for Twin Tribes latest album). Very rarely I found a (mini-) Album in recent years, on which each single track is just really special, if not brilliant! “Gegenwelt” is the Dutch’s band’s all new mini-album. As with the 2022 predecessor “Com- puterleven”, influences and inspirations are not hidden and can be found in the New Wave/ Electro Wave of the early 80s, but mixed and mastered in a completely contemporary way, which makes their recordings sound very modern and fresh. You can hear the already familiar, very catchy mix of Synthpop with accentuated Wave guitars, which is a bit more aimed at the dance floors of the clubs than before. Musical cornerstones are certainly old heroes like Tubeway Army/Gary Numan, Ultravox/John Foxx and also a bit of Visage and Kraftwerk. “Choose Life” is a catchy tune right from the start, which will certainly get people dancing in front of the stage at live gigs, while the German-language “Ein Aus Ein” is weirder and vaguely reminiscent of David Bowie's “Berlin Trilogy”. “Cheap Death”, on the other hand, leads into somewhat darker fields. A mini-album with only five songs may seem a little small, but all of the songs have their own identity - but are still highly recognizable - and there is no filler to stretch the running time. As this also appeals to fans of classic 80s New Wave as well as lovers of modern Darkwave, CYMBALINE have done everything right. Bandcamp 試聴 https://cymbalineband.bandcamp.com/album/gegenwelt

Young And Cold Records – YCR/167 (2024) After their 2023 debut Minialbum "Capture", the southern German duo YAKIMA JERA is back with a brabd new 8-Tracks Album. Named after an Islamic death angel and with artwork on the cover inspired by alchemical symbols, the album is not as mystical as one might think. While "Capture" was still characterized by long, quite complex songs, "Azrael take My Hand" starts with "The House" with an Electro sequence that immediately hits your ears and legs and heads towards a climax that will spark enthusiasm especially live. The following "Kara" is one of the few longer pieces that follows directly on from the debut, but does not lack catchiness. "Felt Love" is danceable Electro - with slight echoes of Boy Harsher or Tempers - and "Nothing remains" has a nice melancholic Wave atmosphere with slight Eastern European overtones. "Kiss Me To Hell" is a little lighter and "End Hell" has everything a typical Darkwave hit needs nowadays. "Fire" goes in a similar direction before the album ends with the much darker title song "Azrael take My Hand". Less coherent than its predecessor, this album is more song-oriented, meaning that each song stands on its own, but is still convincing. The record contains club-friendly material as well as wavy stuff for listing at home and songs that probably unfold their power particularly live. YAKIMA JERA should earn a good place for themselves in the ever flourishing Darkwave scene, which is particularly due to the very good vocals, which here and there are even reminiscent of Faith And The Muse. Bandcamp 試聴 https://yakimajera.bandcamp.com/album/azrael-take-my-hand