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[AREAZV002] Uncanny Valleys (Vol.I)

[AREAZV003] Uncanny Valleys (Vol.II)

For our 10th release, we are very stoked to welcome Italian artist Chris Shape. 

Chris Shape is Cristian Camporesi, a producer, live performer and sound designer for over 25 years. He starts his career in some local new-wave electro bands, but his debut came in the early '90s, when the techno's wave broke in Riccione and the pyramid of Cocoricò (the biggest italian techno club) has spread it everywhere. He later on became a member of the emblematic electro duo « Franz & Shape ». 

Originally released through Unknown Pleasure Records, this dense electro-techno album features collaborations with our hometown's Blind Delon, as well as HIV+, IV Horsemen, Black Asteroids and Dave Inox. 

We’ve extended the album with two original tracks by Chris Shape, Orac and Scia, as well as remixes by Qual, Chainbreakers and OTHR.
credits 

Visuals by Sven Harambasic : 
svenharambasic.com 
www.instagram.com/svenharambasic/

[AREAZT010] Chris Shape - Shaped to Deform [Extended]

[AREAZV004] Uncanny Valleys (Vol.III)

[AREAZT011] MIND/MATTER - Staring at the Void

Plaster and Rivet join forces to offer the first track of Uncanny Valleys (Vol.III)

“Uncanny Valleys” compilation series is related to the theory introduced by japanese robotitian Mori Masahiro back in 1970, referring to the paradoxical perception of the existing similarities between robots and human beings.

This third opus focuses on Modern sonics, through a variety of genres and interpretations of these aesthetics. While the volume opens with a aerial and breaked track, it unfolds with ritual and 'techno' blending, before stepping into deconstructed territories with heavy vocal and digital manipulations. Finally, the final contributions open up sharply designed sounds and noisy atmospheres, which maintain the link within the compilation series.

Taking a look at music that is influenced by a genre - Industrial-, created in the times where the concept of Uncanny Valleys was created, helps us to grasp the links between the theory and art, both inspired by the development of technologies and its influences on both personal and societal aspects.

Uncanny Valleys (Vol.III)

[AREAZV004] Plaster + Rivet - Stand To Death

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere "Pilars" from Greek artist Blakk Harbor. AREA Z's Uncanny Valleys Vol. III presents dark, ritualistic experimental electronics from Franck Vigroux, Plaster & Rivet, Blakk Harbor, Saahiwa, Bora, Adam Winchester, Rell, Opake, Unn, Kujo & Blime Dust.

Out May 21st on Bandcamp: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-iii

@area-zed
@blakkharbor

PREMIERE: Blakk Harbor - Pilars [AREAZV004]

Premiere of 'The curse is on you' by UNN. Track is taken from Uncanny Valleys VA forthcoming on AREA Z

“Uncanny Valleys” compilation series is related to the theory introduced by japanese robotitian Mori Masahiro back in 1970, referring to the paradoxical perception of the existing similarities between robots and human beings.

Taking a look at music that is influenced by a genre - Industrial-, created in the times where the concept of Uncanny Valleys was created, helps us to grasp the links between the theory and art, both inspired by the development of technologies and its influences on both personal and societal aspects.

This third opus focuses on Modern sonics, through a variety of genres and interpretations of these aesthetics. While the volume opens with an aerial and breaked track, it unfolds with ritual and 'techno' blending, before stepping into deconstructed territories with heavy vocal and digital manipulations. Finally, the final contributions open up sharply designed sounds and noisy atmospheres, which maintain the link within the compilation series.

Label: AREA Z
Artist: UNN
Track:  The curse is on you
Cat. Number: AREAZV004
Release Date: May 21th, 2021

Buy: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-iii

Follow label: https://soundcloud.com/area-zed
Follow artist: https://soundcloud.com/unnher
All designs, photography and concept by Sven Harambasic

UNN - The Curse Is On You [Premiere | AREAZV004]

Artist: @franckvigroux
Title: Xtotal
Album: Uncanny Valleys (Vol​.​III)
Label: @area-zed
Format: Digital
Release date: May 21th, 2021
Buy link: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-iii

“Uncanny Valleys” compilation series is related to the theory introduced by japanese robotitian Mori Masahiro back in 1970, referring to the paradoxical perception of the existing similarities between a robot and human beings.

The third opus of this series will focus on a more experimental approach blending ritualistic together with futuristic esthetics. The artists who contributed on this label are: Franck Vigroux, Plaster & Rivet, Blakk Harbor, Saahiwa, Bora, Adam Winchester, Rell, Opake, Unn, Kujo & Blime Dust.

More information and promos: info@tforgotten.org
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DISCLAIMER: All tracks are loaded in low quality for promotional purposes only and with purchase links to respect the label and the artists.

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Franck Vigroux - Xtotal [Area Z]

Premiere: Area Z presenta la serie recopilatoria “Uncanny Valleys” vol III.

 Esta tercera obra se centra en la sónica moderna, a través de una variedad de géneros e interpretaciones de estas estéticas.  Mientras que el volumen se abre con una pista aérea y rota, se desarrolla con una mezcla ritual y 'techno', antes de adentrarse en territorios deconstruidos con fuertes manipulaciones vocales y digitales.  Finalmente, las aportaciones finales abren sonidos de diseño nítido y atmósferas ruidosas, que mantienen el vínculo dentro de la serie recopilatoria.

 Una mirada a la música que está influenciada por un género - Industrial-, creado en la época en que se creó el concepto de Uncanny Valleys, nos ayuda a captar los vínculos entre la teoría y el arte, ambos inspirados en el desarrollo de las tecnologías y sus influencias.  en aspectos tanto personales como sociales.

Escuche exclusivamente “The Pray Before Battle” by Saahiwa en @knifearg SoundCloud.

Lanzamiento el 21 de mayo de 2021. Lea más y ordene en:  https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-iii

Premiere: Area Z presents compilation series “Uncanny Valleys” vol III. 

This third opus focuses on Modern sonics, through a variety of genres and interpretations of these aesthetics. While the volume opens with a aerial and breaked track, it unfolds with ritual and 'techno' blending, before stepping into deconstructed territories with heavy vocal and digital manipulations. Finally, the final contributions open up sharply designed sounds and noisy atmospheres, which maintain the link within the compilation series. 

Taking a look at music that is influenced by a genre - Industrial-, created in the times where the concept of Uncanny Valleys was created, helps us to grasp the links between the theory and art, both inspired by the development of technologies and its influences on both personal and societal aspects.

Listen exclusively “The Pray Before Battle” by Saahiwa on @knifearg SoundCloud.

Releases May 21, 2021. Read more and order at: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-iii

Saahiwa - The Pray Before Battle [AREA Z]

Adam Winchester - Vidscreen [AREAZV004]

BORA - Fire Left On My Skin Is Named After You [AREAZV004]

Kujo - Abnormal Social Behavior [AREAZV004]

Opake - Grief Will Demand Its Pound Of Flesh [AREAZV004]

Rell - Hidden Caves [AREAZV004]

Artist: @mind666matter
Title: The Impalement
Album: Staring at The Void
Label: @area-zed
Format: Cassette + Digital
Release date: October 25th, 2021
Buy link: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/areazt011-mind-i-matter-staring-at-the-void

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DISCLAIMER: All tracks are loaded in low quality for promotional purposes only and with purchase links to respect the label and the artists.

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Mind I Matter - The Impalement [Area Z]

[AREAZT011] Mind/Matter - Staring at the Void 

We are extremely happy to announce our new release by french, Paris-based producer Mind / Matter.

Questioning the duality between the material and the immaterial, the past and the present, the sacred and the cursed, MIND/MATTER’s sound is severe and transcendent while remaining danceable and cathartic.

Staring at the Void -his third EP- is the logical following to all of these topics, a dive into the abyss of the human subconscious through haunting basslines, rains of metal hits, screams of despair and liturgical chants.

Additionally, the release features 3 banging remixes from Elements Of Joy (UVB), Randolph & Mortimer and our homie Arabian Panther.
Out on October 25th - Limited to 50 copies.

Weakness

Staring at the Void

[AREAZT011] A1 - MIND/MATTER - Weakness

Premiere of 'Staring at The Void' by Mind | Matter, taken from Staring at The Void EP forthcoming on Area Z

Label: Area Z
Artist: Mind | Matter
Title: Staring at The Void
Track: Staring at The Void
Cat: AREAZT011
Release Date: October 25, 2021

Buy: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/areazt011-mind-i-matter-staring-at-the-void

Follow label: https://soundcloud.com/area-zed
Follow artist: https://soundcloud.com/mind666matter

MIND | MATTER - Staring At The Void [Premiere | AREAZT011]

Coming from his gothic and post-punk roots, the project aims to fuse these influences with shades of electronic body music, martial techno and mystic industrial music, blending together darkness, poetry, existentialism and modern day brutalism.

Questioning the duality between the material and the immaterial, the past and the present, the sacred and the cursed, M I M’s sound is severe and transcendent while remaining danceable and cathartic.

Staring at the Void -his third EP- is the logical following to all of these topics, a dive into the abyss of the human subconscious through haunting basslines, rains of metal hits, screams of despair and liturgical chants.



Joining forces to Théo’s release, we have the pleasure to present three remixes of the EP, courtesy of England’s Randolph & Mortimer, our local’s Toulouse Arabian Panther and from UVB’s side-project Elements of Joy, which presents his first remix under his alias

MOTZ Premiere: MIND MATTER - The Impalement (Elements Of Joy Remix)

[AREAZT011] Mind/Matter - Staring at the Void

We are extremely happy to present our new release by french, Paris-based producer Mind / Matter.

Questioning the duality between the material and the immaterial, the past and the present, the sacred and the cursed, MIND/MATTER’s sound is severe and transcendent while remaining danceable and cathartic.

Staring at the Void -his third EP- is the logical following to all of these topics, a dive into the abyss of the human subconscious through haunting basslines, rains of metal hits, screams of despair and liturgical chants.

Additionally, the release features 3 banging remixes from Elements Of Joy (UVB), Randolph & Mortimer and our homie Arabian Panther.
Out on October 25th - Limited to 50 copies.

A3 - MIND I MATTER - Meaningless Sentence

Crystal Geometry - Prophecy

Crystal Geometry - Riot Tool

You Belong To Me Now

Tape + Digital : https://areazrecords.bigcartel.com/product/areazt003-savage-cult-unknown-banner
Digital : https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/unknown-banner

B4. An Empire Of Shadows (Templer Remix)

03 Vu - Bah Leh Ma

05 Blind Delon - Edouard (Unconscious Remix)

02 Blind Delon - Edouard (Imperial Black Unit Remix)

The Undertaker’s Tapes is the moniker of Prague-based french producer Léo Hivert. This first release ‘On The Last Day’ establishes the bases of his work, revolving around a ritualistic, down-tempo techno, interweaving with noise and EBM-influenced basslines. 
The 9 track album opens up a cinematic and carefully sound-designed storytelling over the course of tracks, displaying his various influences from Techno-EBM, Industrial and ritual music.

Artist: The Undertaker's Tapes 
Album: On the Last Day 
Label: AREA Z 
Catalogue: AREAZT005 
Format: Cassette, Digital 
Country: Germany, France 
Release Date: November 14th 2019 
Genre: Electronic 

Original Tracks by The Undertaker's Tapes. 
Artwork by Arthur Bdt. 
Mastered by Pablo Bozzi.

B4 - On The Last Day

B3 - Endless

B2 - Tireless Obidience

B1 - Lieder

A4 - Artifacts

A3 - Burn

A2 - Can't U Stand It ?

A1 - Fear And Loathing

Premiere of 'Overground' on the upcoming release 'Ritual of Time' from Russian artist t_error 404.

Release Date : 16/12/2019 

Find the full EP here and preorder your Cassette or digitals : https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/pre-order-area-z-t007-ritual-of-time

Premiere [Area Z T007] t_error 404 - Overground

Welcoming the french duo 'Pudeur' lead by Mathis Kolkoz (founder of SynthRave band Blind Delon) and Paul Brousse (pbfk, member of hardcore and death bands Influence Néfaste and Epitaphe) which present their first body of work. Somewhere between Punk-EBM and Black Metal, a genre they like to describe as 'Black Body Music'. 

Remixed by The Undertakers Tapes and Incendie, Chrome Corpse, Imperial Black Unit and Mind/Matter. 

Tapes, Patches and Digital here : 
https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/areazt009-magie-noire

Mathis Kolkoz : Guitar/Synth 
Paul Brousse (pbfk) : Vocals

Visual : Mathis Kolhoz

Pudeur - Magie Noire

[AREAZT009] Pudeur - Magie Noire

Support

B4 Pudeur - I Turned The Cross (Mind | Matter Remix)

B3 Pudeur - Sexual Incantation (Imperial Black Unit Remix)

B1 Pudeur - My Mortal Cold (The Undertakers Tapes & Incendie Remix)

A1 Pudeur - My Mortal Cold

Premiere: “Uncanny Valleys” de la serie recopilatoria AREA Z y está relacionado con la teoría introducida por el robotista japonés Mori Masahiro en 1970, refiriéndose a la percepción paradójica de las similitudes existentes entre un robot y los seres humanos.

Representado gráficamente en el centro de la obra de arte como el momento en que la curva pasa por debajo del eje horizontal, Sven incorporó elementos humanos y no humanos con la técnica del collage, difuminando la línea donde los humanos y los robots difieren.

Esta primera obra está hecha de pistas Techno-EBM que abarcan desde la identidad EBM de la vieja escuela hasta un enfoque más contemporáneo de la música corporal.

Escucha en exclusiva "EBM Nonstop" en @knifearg SoundCloud

Lanzamiento el 15 de octubre de 2020. Lea más y ordene en: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-i

Premiere: “Uncanny Valleys” from AREA Z compilation series is related to the theory introduced by japanese robotitian Mori Masahiro back in 1970, referring to the paradoxical perception of the existing similarities between a robot and human beings

Hereby graphically represented at the center of the artwork as the moment the curve goes under the horizontal axis, Sven incorporated human and non-human elements with collage technique, blurring the line where humans and robots differ.

This first opus is made out of Techno-EBM tracks spanning from old school EBM identity to a more contemporary approach of body music.

Listen exclusively “EBM Nonstop” on @knifearg SoundCloud

Releases on October 15, 2020. Read more and order at: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-i

Chrome Corpse - EBM Nonstop [AREA Z]

Artist: Sarin x Imperial Black Unit
Title: Can You See ?
Album: Uncanny Valleys Volume 1
Label:  Area Z
Format: Digital + Textile print (flag)
Release: October 15th, 2020
Buy link: https://bit.ly/30Y6cyR

“Uncanny Valleys” compilation series is related to the theory introduced by japanese robotitian Mori Masahiro back in 1970, referring to the paradoxical perception of the existing similarities between a robot and human beings

Hereby graphically represented at the center of the artwork as the moment the curve goes under the horizontal axis, Sven incorporated human and non-human elements with collage technique, blurring the line where humans and robots differ.

More information and promos: info@tforgotten.org
Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3dIwmu6
PayPal donations here: https://bit.ly/TFDonative

DISCLAIMER: All tracks are loaded in low quality for promotional purposes only and with purchase links to respect the label and the artists.

FOLLOW US: 

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Twitter: https://goo.gl/b3TJgt

Sarin X Imperial Black Unit - Can You See? [Area Z]

The Brvtalist is pleased to premiere a new track by Lokier on AREA Z.  The Mexican artist built her identity around Techno, EBM, Industrial and Electro combined with Trance, New Wave and its varieties. Today we premiere “Inside Lies” that comes off the new EP “Uncanny Valleys”, a compilation that features great EBM-Techno artists such as SARIN, Imperial Black Unit, IV Horsemen, Velvet May, Incendie, Chrome Corpse, Unconscious, Celldöd, Chainbreakers and Teatre. 

This compilation series is related to the theory introduced by Japanese robotitian Mori Masahiro back in 1970, referring to the paradoxical perception of the existing similarities between a robot and human beings.  

The release is out today digitally + textile format on Bandcamp: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-i

@lokier
@area-zed

Lokier - Inside Lies (AREA Z)

Teatre - Voynich

Incendie - I Let You See Me

Chainbreakers - You Never Wanna Swap

Artist: Ah Cama Sotz
Title: Premonition
Álbum: "Uncanny Valleys Vol. II" 
Label: Area Z
Format: Digital + Textile print (flag)
Release: December 03th, 2020
Buy link: https://bit.ly/3lZr9C0

This second opus focuses on ‘Industrial’ music through a variety of genres and interpretations of the genres aesthetics. Opening with an infused four to the floor selection cut with a slice of power ambient, the compilation evolves into a rawer shape, with industrial, noise that embraces either nihilistic or romantic intentions.

Taking a look at music that is influenced by a genre, created in the times where the concept was created, helps us to grasp the links between the theory and music, both inspired by the development of technologies and its influences on both personal and societal aspects.

Every purchase comes with a .pdf file with the reasoning behind the volume and artists bios.

During his career Ah Cama-Sotz has carved a niche for himself as one of the darkest industrial acts around. His music is steeped in a multitude of mythology, occultism and bloody history, which lend a context and significance to the individual works that is noticeably absent from a lot of contemporary industrial / noise music. The past 26 years (1993 - present) have seen the Ah Cama-Sotz sound progress from cold, minimalist electronics through to dark ambient soundscapes and pounding techno floor-fillers.

More information and promos: info@tforgotten.org
Follow us on Instagram: https://bit.ly/3dIwmu6
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DISCLAIMER: All tracks are loaded in low quality for promotional purposes only and with purchase links to respect the label and the artists.

FOLLOW US: 

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Ah Cama Sotz - Premonition [Area Z]

Artist: Øperat
Song: Out of Ordinary
Album: Uncanny Valleys Vol.2
Catalogue number: AREAZV003
Label: AREA Z
Format: Digital
Photography and Design: Svem Harambasic 
Mastering: Pablo Bozzi
Release date: 3rd December 2020

Bandcamp preorder link:

https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-ii

FLUX notes:

In Out of Ordinary by Øperat (https://soundcloud.com/operatlive), featured on the upcoming volume 2 of Uncanny Valleys V.A. by the Berlin-based label AREA Z (https://soundcloud.com/area-zed), sharp distortions, noises, industrial sounds and syncopated beats depict with a modern approach and a fresh sound a futuristic dystopic out of ordinary world closer to the world we live today.

Promo notes:

“Uncanny Valleys” compilation series is related to the theory introduced by japanese robotitian Mori Masahiro back in 1970, referring to the paradoxical perception of the existing similarities between robots and human beings.

This second opus focuses on ‘Industrial’ music through a variety of genres and interpretations of the genres aesthetics. Opening with an infused four to the floor selection cut with a slice of power ambient, the compilation evolves into a rawer shape, with industrial, noise that embraces either nihilistic or romantic intentions.

Taking a look at music that is influenced by a genre, created in the times where the concept was created, helps us to grasp the links between the theory and music, both inspired by the development of technologies and its influences on both personal and societal aspects.

Coming as a Textile flag and in digital formats, every purchase comes with a .pdf file with the reasoning behind the volume and artists bios."

PREMIERE: Øperat - Out Of Ordinary [AREAZV003]

Premiere: La serie recopilatoria “Uncanny Valleys” está relacionada con la teoría introducida por el robotista japonés Mori Masahiro en 1970, refiriéndose a la percepción paradójica de las similitudes existentes entre robots y seres humanos.

Esta segunda obra se centra en la música "industrial" a través de una variedad de géneros e interpretaciones de la estética de los mismos. Abriéndose con una selección de cuatro infundidas en la pista, cortada con una porción de power ambient, la compilación evoluciona hacia una forma más cruda, con noise industrial que abarca intenciones nihilistas o románticas.

Echar un vistazo a la música que está influenciada por un género, creada en los tiempos en que se creó el concepto, nos ayuda a comprender los vínculos entre la teoría y la música, ambos inspirados por el desarrollo de las tecnologías y sus influencias tanto en los aspectos personales como sociales.

Escuche exclusivamente “Time” en @knifearg SoundCloud

Lanzamiento el 3 de diciembre de 2020. Lea más y ordene en: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-ii

Premiere:  “Uncanny Valleys” compilation series is related to the theory introduced by japanese robotitian Mori Masahiro back in 1970, referring to the paradoxical perception of the existing similarities between robots and human beings.

This second opus focuses on ‘Industrial’ music through a variety of genres and interpretations of the genres aesthetics. Opening with an infused four to the floor selection cut with a slice of power ambient, the compilation evolves into a rawer shape, with industrial, noise that embraces either nihilistic or romantic intentions.

Taking a look at music that is influenced by a genre, created in the times where the concept was created, helps us to grasp the links between the theory and music, both inspired by the development of technologies and its influences on both personal and societal aspects.

Listen exclusively “Time” on @knifearg SoundCloud

Releases on December 3, 2020. Read more and order at: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-ii

MDS51 - Time [AREA Z]

Premiere of 'Valhalla Gates' by Harsh Mentor & Templer, taken from Uncanny Valleys Vol​.​II VA, forthcoming on Area Z

“Uncanny Valleys” compilation series is related to the theory introduced by japanese robotitian Mori Masahiro back in 1970, referring to the paradoxical perception of the existing similarities between robots and human beings.

This second opus focuses on ‘Industrial’ music through a variety of genres and interpretations of the genres aesthetics. Opening with an infused four to the floor selection cut with a slice of power ambient, the compilation evolves into a rawer shape, with industrial, noise that embraces either nihilistic or romantic intentions.

Taking a look at music that is influenced by a genre, created in the times where the concept was created, helps us to grasp the links between the theory and music, both inspired by the development of technologies and its influences on both personal and societal aspects.

Every purchase comes with a .pdf file with the reasoning behind the volume and artists bios.

Label: Area Z
Artists: Harsh Mentor + Templer
Title: Uncanny Valleys Vol​.​II VA
Track: Valhalla Gates
Catalogue: AREAZV003
Format: Digital + Textile print (flag)
Release Date: December 3rd, 2020

Buy: https://areazrecords.bandcamp.com/album/uncanny-valleys-vol-ii

Follow label: https://soundcloud.com/area-zed
Follow artists: https://soundcloud.com/harsh-mentor https://soundcloud.com/templer-noise

Harsh Mentor + Templer - Valhalla Gate [Premiere | AREAZV003]

D3 Chris Shape - Holy Ron (OTHR Remix)

D2 Chris Shape - Orac

D1 Chris Shape - Scia

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