Written & produced by Andreas Gerth & Florian Zimmer in Berlin
Mastered by John Tejada
Artwork & Photos by Daniel Castrejón

Spume & Recollection

Memories Of The Lakeside

From the album: "Music for Unknown Rituals"

Umor Rex, catalog UR149
Presented in 2xLP vinyl in 4 panel gatefold limited edition of 300 copies, digital and streaming.
Release date: November 17, 2023

After two years, Carl and Andreas present their second album, and once again, it opens up a wide associative space for us. What strikes us initially is the uncommon instrumentation: a church organ, harpsichord, glass tubes, and more. Like their first album (The Aporias of Futurism), it is mysterious and dark. But it also carries a strong touch of rebellion and adrenaline, sometimes quite pointedly. The pieces are now shorter and feature intricate yet irresistible rhythms. The impact is immediate, yet it maintains a sense of solemnity and ceremony. The Apollonian complexity of the rhythms and subtle melodic interweavings is transformed into a Dionysian, ecstatic, hypnotic, and at times tribal context. "Music for Unknown Rituals" oscillates between primitive instincts and avant-garde intrigues.

The process began in Döblitz, a small village on the Saale river in Germany, inside an old church that houses an organ built in 1886 by Johann Adolph Ibach. Carl and Andreas gained access and secluded themselves there for a few days, accompanied by the organ, an instrument made of glass tubes, and a set of modular synthesizers. After recording the basic tracks in Döblitz, the work continued in Munich and Berlin. Carl played electric guitars, harpsichord, bass, metallophone, xylophone, Indian harmonium, and various percussive instruments. Andreas added layers of electronic sounds, noises, and atmospheric drones. He also created percussive structures extracted and derived from recorded material of technical and industrial noises, which contrasted with the acoustic drums played by Carl. The antithetical approach continues with the dichotomous arrangement of the instruments, often panned hard left and right in the stereo field, creating an antiphonic communication. Some parts, especially the use of the electric guitar, evoke memories of the psychedelic sixties. However, this is anything but a nostalgic album—these musical references are merely remnants, set pieces, and fragments used from a contemporary, post-modern, post-youth-cultural, and post-romantic perspective.

Although Andreas and Carl continue on their chosen path of composing music with an almost literary narrative structure, this album is conceptually and formally completely different from their first effort. If “The Aporias of Futurism” was a revolutionary manifesto (in a pataphysical sense), "Music for Unknown Rituals" is more like the implementation in action; it is the practical application of the previous statement. To put it another way, if "The Aporias of Futurism” was the conceptual manifesto of a dark utopia of modernity, "Music for Unknown Rituals" is the staging of free will surrendering to the myths and catharsis of a Greek tragedy. And in response to this, the artwork features a leitmotif of histrionics with hands, the hands being the first and intuitive part of the body to express something: a ritual, a prayer, a defeat...

— Andreas Gerth is one half of Driftmachine, and Carl Osterhelt is part of F.S.K and collaborates with Hans-Joachim Irmler of Faust. Both became connected through their participation in the Tied & Tickled Trio.

Music for Unknown Rituals

Andreas Gerth and Carl Oesterhelt — The Alphabet Of Steps

Contest Remix for the Microsoft Xbox video game "Forza Motorsport"

Forza Motorsport Xbox Remix

Electronic artist and producer Khalab has garnered international recognition for his unique blend of traditional African sounds, deep bass work, jazz, and densely layered electronic textures. His musical journey is a seamless progression, spanning from the roots of ancient tribes to the uncharted territories of the cosmos, from the jungle to the chaotic bustle of urban metropolises, and from the deepest recesses of the subconscious to the farthest and most realistic projections of future Africa. Khalab's musical philosophy centers on the fusion of tradition and evolution, synthesizing universal languages and exploring the electronic realm with a shamanic, groovy, and dark approach. These are the key elements that define his musical style. 
Collaborating in the years with great artists like Shabaka Hutchings, Moses Boyd, Tenderlonious, Rocio Molina, Yazz Ahmed, Joshua Idehen & more, Khalab is associated with prominent record labels such as Black Acre, Wonderwheel Recordings, and Real World Records. His brand new album ‘Layers’ was released last August via his own label Hyperjazz Records. 

"An hour of Afro futuristic sound full of sampling, live remixes, edits and ’sonic quotes'".

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Driftmachine & Ammer — Sonic Behaviour
Vinyl LP LTD + DIGITAL
CATALOG UR151 — RELEASED MAY 2024

All music composed by Andreas Ammer, Andreas Gerth, Florian Zimmer; Berlin & Berg 2022—2023. Andreas Gerth / Florian Zimmer: electronics Andreas Ammer: sirens. “Song to Noise” words by Deryn Rees-Jones, taken from Signs Round a Dead Body (Seren) 1998; german translation by Birgit Kreipe; voices: Deryn Rees-Jones & Alexander Hacke “The Siren is a simple device” & “Sonic sculpture” words by Andreas Ammer; voice: Ted Milton. Artwork by Daniel Castrejón. Mastered by John Tejada.

Sonic Behaviour

Driftmachine - Song To Noise (Version)

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Inspired by the melting pot of sounds, Yuriy gravitated towards producing electronic music. He began crafting his own sonic landscapes, weaving a unique blend of styles and infectious beats. He strives to be a relentless sonic explorer, pushing boundaries and constantly seeking fresh ways to express himself through music. With every creation, Yuriy aims to break new ground, leaving listeners wanting more of his electronic alchemy.

Record label based in Mexico City, distributed worldwide by Morr Music.

Berlin-based duo comprised of Andreas Gerth & Florian Zimmer

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