Millions Of Dead Tourists – Υγιείς (Album – 1000+1 TiLt / Won Ton Records)
Genre/Influences: Minimal-Electro, Electro-Wave, EBM, Experimental.
Format: Digital, CD, Vinyl.
Background/Info: Millions Of Dead Tourists is a Greek project releasing their third album. “Υγιείς” which means ‘healthy’ has been written and recorded during the lockdowns and reflects the dystopian situation.
Content: The work features 4 extended cuts which are characterized by repetitive structures with little variations. The sound stands for a mix between different genres but is mainly minimal. You’ll notice passages with Greek vocals.
+ + + : The repetitive structures create a transcendental effect. It works the best at the title track which has been accomplished with an EBM touch on top. The Greek vocals create an exotic and mysterious touch.
– – – : The opening song is less inspired so you’ve to be patient to discover the best cut of the work right afterwards.
Conclusion: This album has something original although I get the feeling there’s more potential hiding behind this project.
Best songs: “Υγιείς”, “Το Χέρι που Παίρνει”.
Rate: 7.
Artist: https://millionsofdeadtourists.org
Label: http://tiltrecordings.org
About Millions Of Dead Tourists
Millions Of Dead Tourists is a Greek electronic trio built around Iason, also known for PS Stamps Back and 1000+1 TiLt, together with Sotiris and Yiannis of Ksera. The project describes its own sound as two basses, analog synths and electronics built around negativism and “spreading of despair.”
The band released its self-titled debut album in 2016, followed by “Helicoide” in 2019. “Υγιείς,” released via 1000+1 TiLt and Won Ton Records, is the group’s third album.
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