Axis3340 – Axplosion (Album – Digital – Tripalium Records)
Axis3340’s debut-album delivers a dynamic fusion of sonic intensity, blending Acid sequences with aggressive D’nB rhythms, all layered beneath haunting string arrangements. The album consists of seven meticulously crafted tracks, each showcasing the project’s raw power and refined development. One track features pitched vocals, adding a unique touch to the overall experience. This release marks a strong start for a highly promising Italian project. (Rate:7½).
Listen to “Meltin’ Acid”:
About Axis3340
Axis3340 is an Italian electronic project formed by Sirio Grimaldi and Stefano Chiavarini, working with semi-modular hardware on music that draws on rave, sci-fi, and cyberpunk aesthetics.
The debut album “Axplosion” was released on March 22, 2024 as a digital album on the Tripalium Corp label, with mastering by Ronnie Coco and artwork by Martin Bruun Pedersen. It is the release reviewed here.
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