Back From The Wave + Umatik – Tokyo Dream (Digital EP – Space Factory Records)
“Tokyo Dream” emerged in late 2025 as a collaboration between French artists Back From The Wave and Umatik.
The EP fits perfectly on this French label and showcases a cross-pollination of related Electronic genres. At times, it even flirts with Electroclash, but it is primarily a fusion of Dark-Techno and EBM, with occasional sounds reminiscent of Kraftwerk. A few spoken-word samples feel familiar within this style of production, yet they still work exceptionally well. The three tracks are all worth listening to and are well-balanced, making for a cohesive listening experience. This is music made for letting loose, especially to the driving rhythm of the pounding kicks.
Overall, this is a superb release that I highly recommend to fans of the genre. In my opinion, it ranks among the strongest productions in recent years from the French label Space Factory Records. (Rating:9).
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