Fermion – Conflicted (Digital/CD Album – Re:Mission Entertainment)
Eric Shans and Augustine Backer have been active as Fermion for several years now. “Conflicted” is the American duo’s fourth full-length album, featuring ten tracks.
Fermion’s sound remains subtly Pop & Ambient-infused, yet clearly shaped by darker and heavier influences. The music feels intelligent—sophisticated and enveloped in a misty, dark atmosphere—perfectly enhanced by the production of their somewhat robotic vocals. Occasionally, grandiose arrangements surface, and a few guitar notes cut through, but the whole remains cohesive and deeply engaging. There are influences here that will undoubtedly appeal to fans of Haujobb and Paracont. This album also reflects the duo’s artistic evolution over the years, arguably presenting their most accomplished work to date.
Fermion may not yet be a household name, but “Conflicted” is a release I strongly recommend to any Electro enthusiast seeking something beyond the usual clichés. (Rating:8).
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About Fermion
Fermion was founded by Eric Shans and Augustine Backer in New York. The duo pairs retro synth influences with darker electronic styles and industrial sound design. Previous releases include the 2020 mini-album “We Are Nowhere” and the full-length “Elegaic”. “Conflicted”, their fourth album, was mixed, produced and mastered by Justin Singer at 10×13 Studio in Media, Pennsylvania, and released via Re:Mission Entertainment.
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