Cristian Carver – SIDE-LINE https://www.side-line.com Industrial, electro, EBM, post-punk, darkwave news Mon, 04 Dec 2023 10:24:34 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 https://www.side-line.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cropped-side-line-logo-png-32x32.png Cristian Carver – SIDE-LINE https://www.side-line.com 32 32 Panic Lift completes five EP release cycle with ‘Again’ and presents new album – Out now https://www.side-line.com/panic-lift-completes-five-ep-release-cycle-with-again-and-presents-new-album-out-now/ Mon, 04 Dec 2023 10:24:32 +0000 https://www.side-line.com/?p=47260 Industrial band Panic Lift have completed their five EP release cycle with the new release,...]]>

Industrial band Panic Lift have completed their five EP release cycle with the new release, “Again”. “Again” features the lead single “What Happens Now?” and is accompanied by the downtempo “Timelines” along with two remixes from E.S.A. and Absynthe Of Faith.

For “What Happens Now?” Panic Lift lead singer, James Francis addresses the anxiety of watching the world around us in turmoil and the long-term effects it has on the human psyche. “In the 80’s we had the Cold War, in 90s we had Iraq, then September 11th, and now we’ve had COVID-19. I feel like each generation has been constantly on edge due to the world being in a constant state of upheaval, and it’s hard to ever imagine a time where we could be optimistic about the future.”

With the release of “Again” they complete the entire 21 song release cycle by unleashing the double CD titled “Split Pieces Stitched Together Again”. This album compiles all 21 songs into a long play album format. The CD is limited to 100 copies worldwide and can be ordered below.

Again is available on all major digital outlets including Bandcamp.

Here’s the video for “What Happens Now?”.

Panic Lift was formed in 2006 and has released music and toured consistently for almost two decades. Panic Lift has issued four full-length albums on Metropolis Records, and countless EPs, remixes, and collaborations. James Francis is accompanied by his longtime live band which consists of Dan Platt (keyboards), and Ben Tourkantonis and Cristian Carver both on drums.

]]> Dark EDM act CARV.R offers new single, ‘Saint.exe’, out via the H1 Massive record label https://www.side-line.com/dark-edm-act-carv-r-offers-new-single-saint-exe-out-via-the-h1-massive-record-label/ Tue, 17 Oct 2023 08:25:42 +0000 https://www.side-line.com/?p=45955 The dark EDM act CARV.R is back with a new single, “Saint.exe”, out via the...]]>

The dark EDM act CARV.R is back with a new single, “Saint.exe”, out via the H1 Massive record label.

The single follows CARV.R’s previous, independently released single “Deflect” featuring Mari Kattman. Musically CARV.R draws its influences from artists like Gesaffelstein, REZZ and Sidewalks and Skeletons.

CARV.R is the Peruvian–born solo project of Cristian Carver. Primarily known as a live drummer/musician for multiple Metropolis Records bands and others, he began his own electronic music project back in 2020.

]]> Dark synth-pop act CARV.R launches all new single, ‘Deflect’, feat. Mari Kattman https://www.side-line.com/dark-synth-pop-act-carv-r-launches-all-new-single-deflect-feat-mari-kattman/ Sat, 06 May 2023 17:07:10 +0000 https://www.side-line.com/?p=42922 CARV.R, the Providence (Rhode Island) based dark synth-pop project from producer Cristian Carver, has recently...]]>

CARV.R, the Providence (Rhode Island) based dark synth-pop project from producer Cristian Carver, has recently released their newest single “Deflect” which you can get here.

“This track is personal to me,” states CARV.R, “the single was inspired by individuals who evaded responsibility for their actions and instead portrayed themselves as victims, a frustrating and disheartening experience many can relate to.”

The track includes vocals from Mari Kattman (COP International), who collaborates with Tom Shear of Assemblage 23 on a project named Helix. Regarding the partnership, Cristian Carver comments: “When I composed the instrumental for ‘Deflect,’ I was certain that Mari was the ideal person for the track. Her vocals blend seamlessly with the music, and her lyrics truly encapsulate the original concept of the song.”

Following the release of “Deflect,” a remix of the track is set to launch on Friday, 19th May. The remix was produced by Alex. A video for the single is available, and the track can be accessed now from all download and streaming services.

]]> Industrial band Panic Lift launches ‘Stitched’ 4-track single and ‘Every Broken Piece’ video https://www.side-line.com/industrial-band-panic-lift-launches-stitched-4-track-single-and-every-broken-piece-video/ Fri, 27 May 2022 10:15:32 +0000 https://www.side-line.com/?p=37063 Industrial band Panic Lift has just launched its first release of 2022 titled “Stitched”. This...]]>
Industrial band Panic Lift launches 'Stitched' 4-track single and 'Every Broken Piece' video

Industrial band Panic Lift has just launched its first release of 2022 titled “Stitched”. This four song EP features two new songs titled “Every Broken Piece” and “Bitter Cold” with remixes from Mechanical Vein and Tragic Impulse.

For “Stitched”, the band went back to their first album and EBM roots. James Francis explains: “I’ve always tried to find a happy medium between what I’m doing now, and where I started, but now that I’m doing smaller releases, I have the ability to experiment with different styles without having to worry much about how they fit with the rest of my catalog.”

Here’s the video for “Every Broken Piece”.

Here’s the full EP to check out.

Panic Lift began in 2006 and has released music and toured consistently for the last 15 years. The band has released 4 full length albums on Metropolis Records, and countless EPs, remixes, and collaborations. James Francis is accompanied by his longtime live band which consists of Dan Platt (keyboards), Ben Tourkantonis (drums), Cristian Carver (drums) and Kenzi Burke (bass).

]]> Dark synthpop act CARV.R back with new single ‘Bloom’ https://www.side-line.com/dark-synthpop-act-carv-r-back-with-new-single-bloom/ Mon, 16 May 2022 09:52:03 +0000 https://www.side-line.com/?p=36820 The dark synthpop act CARV.R has just revealed details regarding its newest single, “Bloom”. CARV.R...]]>
Dark synthpop act CARV.R back with new single 'Bloom'

The dark synthpop act CARV.R has just revealed details regarding its newest single, “Bloom”. CARV.R is the project of Providence (Rhode Island) based musician Cristian Carver, primarily known as the drummer for Metropolis Record’s Bella. The project debuted in 2020 with the single “Erase Me.”

In a reaction Cristian Carver says this about the single: “You step into a city wrapped in neon. The world opens for the first time as the glares of the cars blind you and your lungs fill with adventure as you breathe it all in. You don’t know what will happen but you’re ready. This is how the track feels for me and as my first instrumental I wanted to capture the grit and the feeling of possibility. It leans heavy with dark-synth influences and it’s a reminder of the moment my project begun to take shape. This song is a blooming celebration of progress and all it takes to make the future attainable.”

You can check out the track below.

]]> Dark electronic duo MAN1K1N addresses loss & mental health with new single ‘Don’t Let Me Try’ https://www.side-line.com/dark-electronic-duo-man1k1n-addresses-loss-mental-health-with-new-single-and-video-dont-let-me-try/ Fri, 01 Oct 2021 12:47:09 +0000 https://www.side-line.com/?p=32933 Dark electronic duo, MAN1K1N has just unveiled their new single, “Don’t Let Me Try”. MAN1K1N...]]>

Dark electronic duo, MAN1K1N has just unveiled their new single, “Don’t Let Me Try”. MAN1K1N is an electronic alternative band hailing from Boston, MA. founded by singer Johnny Veil and drummer Cristian Carver (Carvr, Bella Morte).

The message of the single and video is a reaction to a personal loss and a year and a half of solitude. “It’s a time capsule of several moments all inside one”, so the band says.

And they add: “The heavy solitude of this past year during quarantine was a poignant influence in the moment this song exists in. Too often, suicidal ideation is regarded as a trope. But the anguish felt in those private moments is threatening and devastatingly lonely. We wanted this song to speak to that without glorifying an end, or without being overly direct. It is a trope mired in heavy familiarity that we wanted to capture. We invite the listener to draw their own conclusions and inspire conversation.”

MAN1K1N has drafted Tom Baker, renowned mastering engineer of iconic albums such as “The Downward Spiral”, “Hellbilly Deluxe”, “Psalm 69”, etc., to tackle their new single.

You can check the release on Spotify.

Here is the video.

In support of the new release, Man1K1N will be headlining this year’s Endless Nights Vampire Ball in Salem, MA on October 16th, hosted by Salem’s own VampFangs. This will be their one and exclusive appearance this October.

More info:

https://man1k1n.bandcamp.com/
https://www.instagram.com/man1k1n_official
https://www.facebook.com/MAN1K1N

]]> Industrial act Panic Lift return with ‘Split’, the first in 5 thematically connected EPs, after a three-year hiatus https://www.side-line.com/industrial-act-panic-lift-return-with-split-the-first-in-5-thematically-connected-eps-after-a-three-year-hiatus/ Thu, 29 Jul 2021 16:38:22 +0000 https://www.side-line.com/?p=31901 Out now is “Split”,the first in five thematically connected EPs by Newark, New Jersey based...]]>
Industrial act Panic Lift return with 'Split', the first in 5 thematically connected EPs, after a three-year hiatus

Out now is “Split”,the first in five thematically connected EPs by Newark, New Jersey based industrial act Panic Lift. The release cycle will span into 2022. “Split” is the follow-up to 2018’s “End Process”. On “Split” Panic Lift presents two new songs, “Tribute” and “Nowhere Fast”, plus 2 remixes respectively by Grendel and Wesenberg (Krischan Jan-Eric Wesenberg from Rotersand).

Each EP in the five-part series will feature two original tracks and two remixes from different artists.

Each new release will be accompanied by a limited-edition physical product, which will change with each release. “Split” is released as a limited-edition physical cassette tape limited to 50 copies worldwide.

Panic Lift is James Francis, Dan Platt, Ben Tourkantonis and Cristian Carver. For this string of EP releases, the band works with longtime friends and collaborators Primordial Music.

Check the video for “Tribute”.

You can download/stream the first EP right below on Bandcamp.

]]> Peter Turns Pirate launches new video: ‘Jaw Drop’ – watch it here https://www.side-line.com/peter-turns-pirate-launches-new-video-jaw-drop-watch-it-here/ Wed, 13 Mar 2019 15:37:26 +0000 http://www.side-line.com/?p=19203 Peter Turns Pirate (aka Neal Reed from Grendel) has released a brand new music video:...]]>
Peter Turns Pirate launches new video: 'Jaw Drop' - watch it here

Peter Turns Pirate (aka Neal Reed from Grendel) has released a brand new music video: “Jaw Drop”. It’s the 3rd music video for the project from Toronto (Canada) and the track itself is taken from his latest EP “View as strange”.

This video focuses entirely on the hard-hitiing drums of the track and features some of the electro scene’s most respected drummers: Galen Waling (Lords of acid, Julien K, PIG), Cristian Carver (Bella Morte, Panic Lift, Man1k1n) and Ben Tourkantonis (Grendel, Panic Lift).

You can watch the video right here.

Peter Turns Pirate was formed in 2004. In 2015 the project opened The AfterMath Festival in Toronto, and in 2016 Peter Turns Pirate supported PIG and En Esch on their 5 week North American Tour.

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