Drastique

Venetian music project originally called Drastic, led by Chris Buchman; Pleasureligion was released in 2003 on Beyond Productions and includes contributions from Mahavira (Ensoph) and a female singer named Fay.

According to the DeBaser review: Pleasureligion (2003, Beyond Productions) is described as electro-goth with big guitars, harsh male vocals alternating with maidenly female vocals, and prominent double bass. The album includes a cover of Sandra's 1985 song "Maria Magdalena" and credits inspirations such as Dante, Blake, Coleridge, and Rossetti.

DeBaser hosts a single, strongly negative review of Drastique's 2003 album Pleasureligion. The reviewer describes the project as an overambitious, baroque electro-goth record with heavy guitars, harsh male and maidenly female vocals, and a cover of Sandra's "Maria Magdalena." The review traces the project's origins to Chris Buchman (originally 'Drastic') and notes added members Mahavira (Ensoph) and a female singer named Fay.

For:Fans of electro-goth and gothic-leaning music interested in critical takes on niche Italian projects.