Debut release on SUBVERTED.

You can get your copy here:
https://subverted1.bandcamp.com/album/eidetic-memory

s t e v a n - Conjureth

IOD PREMIERE #034 // HYBRAL - THE QUEER TURN

Hybral's new EP "Affirmative Action" is a dystopian industrial techno masterpiece that shows evil in its most beautiful and intense form. Dark, cinematic and frightening sounds lead you on a ghost hunt of rhythmic darkness, drawn full of turning points and unforeseen, surreal events. The EP is the image of a total horror, a bizarre journey through eternal darkness, as if in a black hole that sucks in all light and the whereabouts of matter remain uncertain. You experience a reality in which the contents of your stomach are overturned by your internal organs and all existing laws are reversed. 

The mood of the track, "The Queer Turn", is reminiscent of cold and rough clefts in the mountains, towering rock formations in the shape of shark's teeth towards the gloomy sky. Chainsaw-like cries of rebellion and determined marching of queer communities echo in the valleys and shape the landscape for generations to come.

IOD PREMIERE #034 // HYBRAL - THE QUEER TURN

D0T1-Return

Neuroclash - Maison Blanche (DΛS Remix) inc in  Neuroclash - Maison Blanche ep is out at https://www.instagram.com/deadsvnrecords/

Buy Link : https://deadsvnrecords.bandcamp.com/album/maison-blanche

Neuroclash - Maison Blanche (DΛS Remix)

Fierce and forlorn, Swarm Intelligence’s “The Shattered Self” delves into the complexities of human existence in an era dominated by technological advancements. In this thought-provoking exploration, the artist challenges listeners to confront the consequences of a near future where physical and mental augmentation are commonplace. In a world where limbs can be upgraded, where consciousness can be uploaded, where memories can be digitally archived and shared on social media, where our AI clones can liberate us from menial tasks… What remains of our selves? Who is our self?

Swarm Intelligence draws influences from black metal, industrial-tinged dub and post rock, splicing these with his distinctive take on techno to devastating effect. "Dejected," the inaugural track, unleashes grinding walls of feedback against a relentless broken beat, its foreboding atmosphere heightened by a menacing low growl of distorted bass that permeates the unease. It's a disquieting overture that sets the stage for the tumultuous journey ahead.

The second track, “Eros” envelops the listener in a visceral soundscape, where haunting atmospheres intertwine with grinding feedback and pounding percussion. Initially tense, the track evolves into an unexpected and almost euphoric climax, adding an unforeseen emotional depth to the sonic narrative. Yet, beneath the surface, an undercurrent of tension remains—an ever-present reminder of the fragility of our self.

On the flip side, "Inciter" channels inner fury through a guttural chant punctuating a Birmingham-styled broken beat, marching forth with unyielding force.

Finally, "Portal" offers a moment of quiet introspection, as haunting pads echo a mournful refrain while micro recordings of whirring machinery are assembled into the percussion section. It serves as a poignant curtain-closer.

Through "The Shattered Self," Swarm Intelligence challenges listeners to reconsider their perceptions of identity, consciousness, and agency in an age where the machine and the human converge. It's a haunting and profound journey—one that invites introspection and contemplation long after the final reverb tails fade into silence. 

releases March 22, 2024

Produced by Swarm Intelligence
Mastering by Linn Elisabet
Cover by Alexander Gehring
Layout by Sander Salkunic
Vinyl Pressing by AFG
Published by SUBVERTED

Swarm Intelligence - Eros (SUB05)

Cassette & Digital Ep Spatial Phantoms by @violent.art

The visual aspect of our existence is hidden in the quantum realm. We are floating in it every day, it is a complete construct working without any distraction.
With a wide spectrum of vibrations, you can experience the magnificence of its presence. This composition will be your witness.

Pre-order Link

https://hardgang.bandcamp.com/album/spatial-phantoms

https://soundcloud.com/hardgangrecord/violent-spatlial-phantoms-ep-preview?
si=f57b9a37c1a14ef2a31c17de251ac09&utm_source= clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_S haring

Artist: Violent
Release Name: Spatial Phantoms EP
Label: Hard Gang
Remixers: Marooned, Sekulahr, Low Order Format: Cassette & Digital Catalog: HGCS-01
Release Date: 25/04/2024
Mastering: Iraklion
Artwork: Violent

Enjoy

Violent - Thermodynamic Equilibrium (Marooned Remix)

A collection of fragmentary productions spanning 2021-2024.
The tracks remain unfinished and unpolished - a conscious decision for imperfection-, reflecting a scattered, chaotic time, preserved as a significant snapshot even though they may never feel “complete.”

Like a curtain drawn over furniture, this EP hides nothing but instead frames and softens the raw, unfiltered state of these pieces. It protects them as they are, imperfect yet meaningful, giving them space to exist. 

Fragments is not a permanent closing chapter but rather a temporary pause in the style of industrial techno. With this fragmentary EP, Hybral is shifting focus to their ambient project Theo Thorin Búr and planning a new EP in collaboration with Fluid as PARALLEL TRANSPORT.

Produced by Hybral 
Mastered by Thale Reitz
Cover Design „Curtain/Poison“ by Alexander Gehring 
Released by SUBVERTED

Hybral - Fragment 3.1

Hybral - Fragment 3.2

Beatgewitter

Subterranean Pulse

Butcher Dog

SUBVERTED is a queer and trans-led label and event series focusing on drone and noise infused dark industrial techno - from ambient, atmospheric and hypnotic techno to raw and relentless hard techno. 

RESIDENTS: 
@eveschwarz > New and old Industrial
@fluid_music > Industrial & Hypnotic Techno
@hybral > Dark Haunting Industrial Techno
@jassass > Hard-Hitting, Industrial Sound
@laura_mrls > Dark Hypnotic & Industrial Techno
@lesserof > Experimental Noise Techno
@lord_mina > Doom-infused Electronic Music
@nicki-blackxx > Broken Dark Techno, Noise
@nnamael > Dark Atmospheric Hypnotic Techno
@parallel-transport > Hybral + Fluid

Resident Event at TRESOR

NEXT:
https://ra.co/promoters/100936/events

We curate queer sex-positive parties with equally queer line-ups, featuring mostly non-binary and trans DJs. Our aim is to platform artists with gender identities that are under-represented in the music industry, showing that it is possible to have more inclusive and diverse booking practices without a decrease in musical quality, but in fact with an increase by bringing new and previously unheard perspectives to the dance floor.

Discovering and nurturing new talent is at the very essence of SUBVERTED. We stand in resistance to the homogenisation and sanitisation to which the techno industry has been subjected in recent years via formulaic, easily-digested productions and repetitive line-ups, and intend to continue opening the industry's gates for a new generation of artists that are pushing their own unique and fresh take on dark industrial techno.

founded by @hybral