Alessandro Gentili

 It’s impossible to remain still at one of their concerts.

 An explosive mix of undeniable quality.

Lush Rimbaud’s Six Fresh Songs impressively balances post-rock and post-hardcore elements, showcasing edgy and solid compositions. Drawing from bands like Don Caballero and Fugazi, the six tracks deliver energetic, intricate rhythms. This Falconara-based quartet finally finds label support with Eaten By Squirrels. Highly recommended for fans of intricate and dynamic rock. Listen to Lush Rimbaud’s Six Fresh Songs now and dive into an explosive mix of post-rock energy!

 "A dark trip through the darkest recesses of the human soul, lyrics like mantras obsessively repeated."

 "Not to hear, but to listen to carefully and multiple times: you might not like it, but it’s impossible to remain indifferent."

Liars' 2004 album 'They Were Wrong, So We Drowned' marks an ambitious departure from their earlier work. The album combines tribal rhythms, post-industrial noise, and hypnotic mantras around dark, witchcraft-themed lyrics. It challenges listeners with its unconventional and primal soundscapes. While some tracks recall their roots, most of the music pushes boundaries into psychedelic and atonal territory. This is a demanding but rewarding listening experience. Dive into Liars' intense and hypnotic album—listen now and experience a dark, primal musical journey like no other.

 "All eleven tracks of the album abound with reverberating arpeggios that make it unclear where they start and where they end."

 "Deliberately poorly concealed electronic beats that perfectly marry guitars neither too clean nor too distorted."

Joan Of Arc's 'How Memory Works' is regarded as one of the band's best works, balancing indie punk rock with expansive and experimental post-rock elements. The album features unique vocal delivery, fractured rhythms, and intricate instrumentation creating a dreamlike atmosphere. It combines elements of folk, punk, and electronic sounds, embodying the essence of 1990s and early 2000s US indie rock. The album stands out for its authentic DIY ethic and innovative approach. Explore Joan Of Arc's 'How Memory Works' and experience a unique blend of indie punk and dreamy post-rock innovation.

 If I have to choose a winner between the two, well... this time, albeit narrowly, our guys win: honor to the three Red Worms.

 A big question mark, the Paper Chase, difficult to pin down both for the nature of their music and for the significant stylistic differences between the tracks presented here.

The Paperchase Meets Red Worms' Farm is the first release by RobotRadio Records, featuring a split-CD between Italian band Red Worm's Farm and American group The Paper Chase. Red Worm's Farm delivers captivating indie rock with melodic yet intense energy, reminiscent of Fugazi and Trail of Dead. The Paper Chase offers a challenging and experimental style with contrasting tracks and unique remixes. The album also includes interesting video clips and distinctive artwork. The reviewer favors Red Worm's Farm but highlights the album as a promising start for the project. Discover this exciting indie rock split-CD and experience the raw energy of Red Worm's Farm and the experimental edge of The Paper Chase!

 A group of high technical caliber... which does not smell of déjà vu, mixing scattered ingredients into a new, original, and well-digestible product.

 Maybe one day they will come out from behind the scenes...

Behind The Scenes’ debut full-length album, The Wizard Garden, offers a mix of rock, grind, and post-grunge sounds with inventive melodies and electronic touches. The album balances fairy-tale atmospheres with tight rhythms and poetic moments. While some production elements feel over-polished and certain keyboard parts excessive, the band's technical skill and originality stand out. The result is a well-crafted and promising start for this Italian band. Listen to The Wizard Garden and experience an original blend of rock and electronic influences.

 The one-dimensional man teaches us; or rather, it is abused worse than a guitar.

 Noise and chaos are harnessed into structured, precise forms with complete sense.

G.I. Joe, a duo from Treviso, delivers a unique debut with Clito's Angels. The album blends indie, post-rock, and funk through inventive bass and drums. Their live performances amplify the album's raw energy and experimental style. Despite a minimal setup, their music is catchy and danceable, well worth a listen. Listen to G.I. Joe's Clito's Angels for a funky, experimental indie rock adventure!

 A good initiative for an overview of a very vast and composite scene, discovering new underground realities which often can’t find visibility otherwise.

 The first volume collects primarily rock sounds... the second volume turns towards electronic and post-rock territories, less direct and impactful but with more expansive atmospheres.

March(e)Ingegno Sonoro is a thoughtfully curated double compilation from Italy's Marche region, offering a blend of rock, hardcore, metal, and electronic/post-rock music. Released free by Kathodik webzine, it highlights innovative and high-quality underground bands that deserve more recognition. The first volume emphasizes heavy, diverse rock sounds, while the second explores more atmospheric electronic and post-rock genres. It's an excellent showcase of a rich regional music scene. Discover innovative Italian indie sounds—listen to March(e)Ingegno Sonoro now for free!

 The main sensation you feel is a sense of loss for an innovative, amazing, and original group.

 A journey into the most distorted sides of the human psyche, sharp and morbid nightmares in this raw gem.

Vel's self-produced demo from 2003 showcases a unique, innovative rock sound full of tense rhythms, drugged guitars, and visionary lyrics. Despite the band's disbandment, this seven-track 26-minute demo feels like a lost gem in the indie scene, recalling influences like Afterhours, Jesus Lizard, and Old Time Relijun. The album's emotional intensity and original approach make it a noteworthy underground record. Fans of raw, emotionally charged rock will find much to appreciate here. Listen to Vel's intense and original demo now—experience a rare underground rock gem!

 Halber Mensch is their third album, released in 1985, considered the pinnacle of their early expressive phase.

 Demonic and malevolent dances, metallic percussion with hammers and tin barrels, circular saws, and electronics express the art of Einstürzende Neubauten.

Halber Mensch, the 1985 album by Einstürzende Neubauten, represents a peak in their early experimental phase. The album fuses chaotic noise with rhythmic industrial elements and dark theatrical expression. Blixa Bargeld’s intense vocals complement innovative percussion and electronics. Tracks like Yu-Gung showcase proto-industrial rhythms influencing future bands. The album blends melody with noise to create a haunting and powerful atmosphere. Dive into Halber Mensch and experience the raw industrial innovation of Einstürzende Neubauten today!

 Listening to this record hurts, it is harmful, it’s a masochistic perversion, but in the end, the title is a warning: confusion is sex.

 A chaotic fury worthy of the best punk permeates most of the tracks, marked by pure and extreme noise; dissonances in tons, walls of detuned guitars.

This review highlights Sonic Youth's 1983 debut album paired with the EP Kill Yr. Idols, showcasing a chaotic punk-infused noise rock sound. It captures the urgency and raw experimentation of the early New York No Wave scene, marked by detuned guitars and dissonance. The album's dark, hypnotic tracks and Kim Gordon's impetuous vocals stand out. Although rough and challenging, the album conveys a compelling sonic disorder that contrasts with the band’s later, more polished work. Discover Sonic Youth’s intense and chaotic beginnings—listen to Confusion Is Sex now!