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Regis, an influential figure in the world of Industrial music, has finally released his long-awaited album after a 20-year hiatus. This bruising and hauntingly absorbing opus, recorded in Berlin with the renowned engineer/producer Boris Wilsdorf (known for his work with Einstürzende Neubauten), is a must-listen for fans of highest grade industrial rhythmic noise. Drawing inspiration from British Murder Boys, Test Department, Jeff Mills, and Cabaret Voltaire, Regis has crafted a masterful follow-up to his acclaimed album ‘Penetration’.
With a potent blend of sonic brutalism and bastardised Chicago tracks, Regis combines syncopated UK swagger and reverberating warehouse ballistics to create a lip-bitingly gripping effect. His resounding reputation as one of Industrial music’s most influential producers is evident throughout the album, as he skillfully infuses his own influences into his narcotised tones. Recorded in Berlin, the album’s supple and rhythmic gymnastics benefit from the icy room sound, allowing the tracks to roll around and lash out with maximum impact.
Annie Hogan, known for her work as a post-punk catalyst, lends her talents to the album with captivating keys and vocals. Her recent collaboration with Downwards was a revelation, further adding to the album’s mesmerizing quality. With nine tracks in total, Regis showcases his leanest and most captivating work to date. This is no small feat for an artist who has navigated Industrial mutations for over three decades.
Regis carves out a uniquely UK sound, showcasing influences from tech-step D&B and dark garage rolige, while staying true to the roots of Industrial music. Tracks like ‘Everything is Ahead of Us’ and ‘Calling Down A Curse’ demonstrate Regis‘ sharp style, reminiscent of Test Department’s seminal album ‘Beating The Retreat’ or Cabaret Voltaire’s ‘Crackdown’ era. Highlights include the 11-minute epic ‘The Sun Rose Pure’, which combines swordplay drums and bubbling acid, and the straightjacketed funk of ‘I See Fire’. These tracks, along with the personalized sound design of ‘Another Kind of Love’ and the noirish vignette ‘Alone of All Her Sex’, solidify Regis‘ status as a peerless artist in his field. This album is essential listening for fans of Regis‘ solo classics, as well as those familiar with his work in projects such as British Murder Boys, Sandwell District, Ugandan Speed Trials, and CUB. Don’t miss out on this killer release!
