Actualmente vivimos en una época de sobreexplotación de la información que, en el caso de la música electrónica, afecta a la mayoría de los lanzamientos que se publican, ya que pasan totalmente desapercibidos debido a la enorme oferta existente, sin embargo, aquellos lanzamientos que se recuperan décadas después de haber sido creados o editados oficialmente, son especialmente venerados por una gran parte del público que anhela que se abran nuevos horizontes hacia las reediciones y la recuperación de material histórico.

El sello valenciano Fill-Lex Records firma un doble álbum de Andrew Lagowski, productor británico que lleva más de 40 años en activo, aunque el primer trabajo editado como Lagowski data de 1988. Posteriormente amplió su actividad artística en otros frentes y bajo otros alias como Legion, S.E.T.I., Clans of the Alphane Moon y Project Ghost, y también fue miembro de la banda de culto Nagamatzu. Los primeros trabajos de Lagowski se centraron en la música experimental e industrial, con álbumes como "Nadir" y "Die Datenschleuder" de Legion, en los que mostraba su interés por explorar fuentes de sonido y técnicas de producción poco convencionales.

A principios de los 90, Lagowski empezó a orientarse hacia un sonido más tecno, publicando una influyente serie de singles de 12" en el sello Chromium Industries. Esto ayudó a establecer a Lagowski como una figura clave en las escenas del techno y la música electrónica. Su producción musical ha seguido evolucionando y expandiéndose a lo largo de los años, con lanzamientos recientes como "Secrets of Numbers" y "Sleep Environments for Interplanetary Travel" de S.E.T.I. que muestran su continua experimentación con el sonido y las técnicas de producción, sin embargo, debemos volver a sus primeros días para hablar del álbum presentado por Fill-Lex Records.

Teratology (named after the study of the causes and patterns of abnormal development) is a collection of hard, driving tunes that was originally self-released on CDR in 2003. The album is a collection of dark and atmospheric prototype and original techno tracks, featuring heavy use of synthesizers, samplers and digital effects, and its bleak and haunting soundscape reflects this theme.

‘Teratology’ is notable for its use of cutting-edge electronic production techniques at the time, such as convolution sample synthesis and time stretching (bear in mind that these tracks were recorded between 1989-1992). Lagowski's use of unconventional sound sources and processing techniques helped to push the boundaries of electronic music and influenced many artists in the genre.

The album is also noteworthy for its integration of industrial and ambient music elements, which was not a common practice in techno at the time. This blending of genres and sounds helped to create a unique and innovative sonic landscape that has since become a hallmark of electronic music.

Understandably, 'Teratology' is a landmark album in the history of UK electronic music, representing a significant step forward in the evolution of techno and influencing many artists in the genre to explore new sonic territory. So it is a fitting testament that Fill-Lex Records have brought this study of warped recording methods back under the microscope, in the form of this double pressing, collecting the tunes together for the first time on vinyl.

Release date: April 24th, 2023.

Premiere: Lagowski - Storms [Fill-Lex Records]

Alf joins the Fill-Lex Records catalog with a mini-album that showcases the sonic style of this Spanish artist. Alf is a producer and promoter from the Valladolid electronic scene and a member of the Insurgents collective, alongside ANX, Selektor, and Humano Automático. The collective aims to promote electronic music culture both within and outside the club, incorporating an arid and industrial sound. They strive to create high-quality leisure and programming in their city while remaining conscious of the social and political reality that surrounds them.

Having focused on production for several years now, Alf's music has been released on labels such as Bruto Industries, Barro, and Body Musik under various aliases, including Alf, Bloody Remedies, and Sanguineal (a project he shares with Veiled Venus). Additionally, he collaborated with Selektor to create the music for JuanVG designer's fashion show at Allianz Fashion Week 2022. The track, titled "Esclavo de la Moda," was later released on the Insurgents label.

Counterculture is a six-track mini-album primarily characterized by an EBM and industrial-oriented style. "Disko Ruido" blends these two genres with synthetic melodies and a powerful, metallic beat. "Visita Inesperada" is electrifying, featuring a relentless sense of order and rhythm. In "Adelante Milicianos," the artist captures a wide dynamic spectrum, highlighted by a potent bassline. "Buzludzha" is an explosive mix of rhythm, synth lines, and filtered vocals. "Of The Entrepreneur's Tale" stands out with its intense, syncopated rhythmic structure and powerful accompanying arpeggios. Lastly, "Fallo Empático" deviates from the rest, leaning more towards post-punk genres rather than EBM and industrial.

Release date: July 25, 2023.

Premiere: Alf - Buzludzha [Fill-Lex Records]

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