From the off the angst and industrial swipes are engaging and play out with a surge of vengeance and ambiance. The title track ‘Machines of Our Disgrace’ harbours a clinical approach that is cold and unemotional although the fascinating swipes of rhythms collide with a lively melody and clean vocal, however, urgent and niggling. The twists in the tracks bury like worms into the skin and flirt with the audial membranes.
‘Contagion’ holds a malignant chug that bruises with contempt for its contemporaries as the perfect melodic lures become apparent and possess a rich and satisfying swagger. ‘Embracing Entropy’ has a simply pulsating rhythm that is exciting and roars with addictive moments. ‘Humanarchy’ flows with a deep rhythmic punch and gruff demonic growl which is aesthetically pleasing to the ears. ‘Signal’ sends out a warning of an imminent nuclear attack that can strike anytime. ‘Alt-Human’ overflows with bristling rhythms and is infused with a fantastic chorus that no doubt will be a floor gatherer! It will certainly not tow the line anytime soon! Superb track!
‘Hive Mind’ reminds us that only the strong survive. It is just pure emotion with haunting melody. ‘Outside In’ gives out a spacey feel and an Eastern urgency, with soft vocals and a haunting provocation. ‘Neurachem’ takes on a darker edge that turns even bolder as the track unfolds and brings with it some clanking fiery rhythms. ‘K-OS’ is a menagerie of sounds that fuse together with lively acclaim. ‘Neophyte’ further igniting its engaging rhythm and melodious beats it pulses out its vibrant energy and throttles with a primal instinct. ‘Malacandra’ taps into a resonating surge that breeds pure angst. It holds a very dark emotion that enslaves a wiry sound.
Not very often do I get to review industrial electronic metal, so when it does comes along, it needs to be savoured and fully experienced. The lush keyboard rhythms can portray sadness, happiness, uplifting connotations and downright haunting passages. This album can and indeed should bring you to your knees and your senses because there is so much to enjoy within each track. It’s harsh and bitter coldness can warm up in an instant or turn dark and devious, there’s no telling with Industrial electronica, it’s the element of surprise that keeps it refreshing.
The tonal splendour can take on various twists and turns as the melodic hunger reinforces the wealth of its addiction!
