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)

s t e v a n - Paroxysm Of Sin (Original Mix)

Hard industrial techno set with layered noise and lots of drone. Hypnotic and immersive.

Picture by Robert Schwaß

Vex 2 (Lots of drone and noise)

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LUNA

This volume gathers voices from Georgia, Norway, Russia, the UK, Italy, and the USA a lineup built not only on geographical spread but also on a deeper commitment to diversity across race and gender.

What unites them is a shared understanding of techno as a vehicle for tension, defiance, and catharsis. § (Section) sets the tone with 'Distorted Soul', a washed out, atmospheric descent into distortion and decay, where every layer sounds like it's been dragged through ash. ERASE (NOR) follows with 'Repentance', a thumping body track built to punish and uplift in equal measure pure hardware muscle and forward drive.

KLEPERIS delivers 'Applause', a tribal, offbeat, and unbalanced, it moves like a ritual with no clear end, its grooves both jagged and hypnotic. NEW FLESH tears through the haze with 'Bloody Minded' raw edged, aggressive, and soaked in punk energy. It's the sound of someone choosing noise over silence every time.

'The 9th Sin' by NOT SO HEAVY is a gritty, heavy-grained cut filled with smudged textures and low-end pressure, it grinds forward like a corrupted engine. PLURAL closes the VA with 'What Say You', a tightly wound lo-fi piece of driving discord, where looping tension builds toward a sense of beautiful collapse.

RITUALS11 is a sharpened document of where techno stands right now, not polished, not safe, but alive and unfiltered.

Releases June 6, 2025

All tracks written and produced by the featured artists.
Mastered by Tim Vitek
Photography by Dasha Mironova (Lake Baikal)
Design by Feder Sanz

RITUAL11

§ - Distorted Soul

𝐏𝐑𝐄𝐌𝐈𝐄𝐑𝐄:
Tetris
𝐛𝐲 XANDRA [ @xanddara ]
𝐨𝐧 Beryllium [ @berylliumproject ]
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𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐩𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩:
https://berylliumproject.bandcamp.com/track/tetris
•
𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭: Digital
𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐝𝐞: BSP-015
𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞: May 27, 2025
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𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥:
𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝: https://soundcloud.com/berylliumproject
𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩: https://berylliumproject.bandcamp.com
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦: https://instagram.com/berylliumproject
𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤: https://facebook.com/berylliumproject

𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭:
𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝: https://soundcloud.com/xanddara
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦: https://www.instagram.com/xanddara
𝐁𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐩: https://xanddara.bandcamp.com

𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐓𝐌𝐅:
𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐮𝐝: https://soundcloud.com/technomusicfresh
𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦: https://www.instagram.com/technomusicfresh
𝐓𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦: https://t.me/technomusicfreshgroup

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PREMIERE: XANDRA - Tetris [Beryllium]

Depth.Request proudly announces the debut full-length album from French electronic artist Pierre
Berge-Cia — a culmination of two years of dedicated experimentation and creative exploration.
This inaugural LP represents a significant milestone in Pierre Berge-Cia’s musical journey,
showcasing his innovative approach to electronic music.
Crafted through experimental processes and delving into themes of tension, control, and movement,
"If You Do, Then When?" unfolds as a visceral journey through the complexities of bodily and
sensory experience. Each track is designed to reflect the human body in all its shapes and forms,
using innovative sounds and structures to evoke physicality and movement, and aiming to resonate
with listeners on a deeply corporeal level.
The album was produced using a combination of the Elektron Digitone synth, a Mackie CR1604
mixer, a Shure SM57 microphone, and a limited selection of digital plugins to maintain sonic
consistency. Mastering was handled by Pierre’s close friend, Stefan Brown — also known as
"Lesser Of". His expertise as a top-tier sound engineer at Abbey Road Studios helped shape the
LP’s pristine and powerful sound identity. Additionally, the tracks were tested and refined using
some of the electronic scene’s most beloved sound systems, ensuring an impactful club experience.
The album’s artwork, created by Pierre Berge-Cia himself, is a reinterpretation of one of his
favorite art performances: "Rest Energy" by Marina Abramović and Ulay. The tension of the drawn
bow and the close-up framing of the subject evoke a palpable sense of danger and emotional
intensity, mirroring the physical and psychological strains within human connection. Pierre used his
own hands as the model, infusing the artwork with a deeply personal and intimate touch that
amplifies the psychic gravity and thematic cohesion of the album.
Pierre Berge-Cia’s debut LP is a multi-sensory experience that challenges listeners to feel sound in
its most physical and affective form.

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PREMIERE | Pierre Berge-Cia - Untitled Rhythm #2 [DR007]

M.John - Versager (Original Mix)

Fragments of Time“ ist eine Reise durch Klang und Vergänglichkeit. Treibende 4/4-Kicks, tiefe hypnotische Basslines und cineastische Synthflächen verschmelzen zu einem Sound, der zwischen Traum und Realität schwebt. Jeder Track ist ein zerbrochenes Stück Erinnerung – intensiv, düster, aber voller Emotion. Von kosmischen Atmosphären bis zu kraftvollen Peak-Time-Momenten spannt das Album einen Bogen, der das Gefühl einfängt, wie Zeit zerfällt und zugleich ewig wirkt.
Ein Album für die Nacht, für endlose Raves und für alle, die in Musik ein Stück Unendlichkeit suchen.

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