Genre/Influences: EBM. Format: Digital, CD. Background/Info: Last Influence Of Brain is back on track after…
Genre/Influences: EBM.
Format: Digital, CD.
Background/Info:
Last Influence Of
Brain is back on track after a hiatus of eleven years. The Slovakian trio
consisting of ‘Solo’, ‘Bop’ and ‘Blazena’ remained active during the past few
years with their Samhain side-project. “Insomnicons” is the return of this EBM
combo and is the band’s fourth full length. Notice by the way the album has
been mixed by Ken ‘Hiwatt’ Marshall (Skinny Puppy, F.L.A.).
Content:
This work is a
perfect opportunity to rediscover the somewhat forgotten Last Influence Of
Brain. The songs remain inspired and driven by good-old EBM, which is rapidly
evoking Frontline Assembly. There’s a similar sophisticated EBM sound, which
has been now and then boosted by guitar playing. The rough vocals create a
perfect match with the powerful and dark composition. The last song “Twone” has
been remixed by Ken ‘Hiwatt’ Marshall.
+ + + :
First of all the CD
format will catch your attention by its great artwork and digipak format.
Sound-wise the music brings good-old EBM influences back to life. The powerful
work and intelligent approach are clearly awakening old EBM demons and
especially Frontline Assembly’s “Hard Wired” period. The most powerful cuts are
the best ones; I have to mention “Binarea” and “Idolatry” are true
masterpieces. The power and quality of the songs both remain pretty constant.
– – – :
It’s a bit
surprising to hear this kind of EBM work released by the IDM-driven Aliens
Production, but on the other side it’s not that surprising as the last album
was already released on the Slovakian label while Samhain is another label’s
band. I’m a bit less convinced by the few softer cuts (like “Khonsu – Again On
His Eternal Path”).
Conclusion:
This album stands
for a great comeback and definitely is a must-have for all EBM fans in search
of great music.
Best songs:
“Binarea”,
“Idolatry”, “Hypnosphere”, “Invasion/Introverted”, “Necroptica”.
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