J∆55 eKOJ– Diaboliques Mécaniques (Digital/CD Album – Steampunk Alien Records)
Jacques Meurrens, aka JΔ3 Seuqcaj—primarily known for his years with à;Grumh…—has been quite active in recent years and now presents eight new tracks with his latest album.
“Diaboliques Mécaniques” is a raw, unpolished composition shaped by an experimental take on Industrial sound. The songs are diverse—at times sounding completely disjointed—and are held together by an impressive arsenal of sounds and effects, all elevated by the passionate—if not downright possessed—voice of this Belgian pioneer. The sound production is intense and overwhelming, occasionally offering surprises such as the sudden emergence of a martial rhythm.
For those who appreciate an atypical Industrial experience, I highly recommend this new release by J∆55 eKOJ. It’s a kind of Dadaist music collage, the kind only this unique artist could create. (Rating:7½).
Listen to “Phosgene”:
https://j55ekoj.bandcamp.com/album/diaboliques-m-caniques
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