A very special song for the band because it came together so magically and it touches upon so many energies and textures they had not explored before. Lyrically and vocally, it features some of the best moments of the band’s entire catalogue.

As bonus for this new single, we get a remix of “Carmena Saturna” by AXON RISE who won the I:SCINTILLA charity remix contest this Summer and generated donation for Darkest Before Dawn (a non-profit organization based in Chicago and Los Angeles with one simple, yet urgent goal: to provide resources, support, and community for the nightlife, restaurant and music venue industry, who’s late hours and isolated commutes leave them susceptible to depression, addiction and suicide).

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Recorded and produced by Greg Panciera (Sylvia Massy, Alessandro Cortini of NINE INCH NAILS, Dave Bianco) over the course of the past 2 years, marks the first new music from I:SCINTILLA in four years and their first full length studio record since 2010. Brittany also states “…Our brief hiatus really recharged us creatively. Alongside this renewed passion and our evolution; the political climate, a deeper dive into the world of fine art, introspection, and truly immersing ourselves into the songwriting process has truly shaped this collection of songs and has remolded where we are as a band.” 

With the recent first video/single “Carmena Saturna”, I:SCINTILLA not only gave us a first glimpse into this much anticipated new album, but also proved to us once again that only they were able to release such catchy mind-infecting vocal lines ever! A stunning song mixing biting guitar riffs with schizophrenic vocals that go from powerful to mellow to creepy before the entire song deconstructs. 

Now, the album’s explosive, punk-influenced opening track, “Human”, has frontwoman Brittany Bindrim asking, “Does this make us human?”: a fitting initial question when you consider the band’s new sound – a deep studio exploration that favours organic instrumentation over programmed sounds. But that is just the beginning… 

Next to the hard-hitting groves of “Boxing Glove”, “Nothing But Recordings” features a post-punk / new-wave vibe never heard from the band before – piano gives way to synthesizer which, in turn, gives way to driving bass, fuzzed guitars, and distorted rhythms… 

When that introspective mood may strike, look no further than “Mercy Screams”. It captures some of the most beautiful moments in I:SCINTILLA’s entire catalogue. It is a gorgeous, yet strange, composition that cannot be put into words. Following suit are “Seaglass” and “Pieces”, each capturing difficult subjects – addiction and death – through powerful, uplifting movements. 

The band can still flex its industrial-rock muscle, which is showcased on “DFTD (Between the Devils)” and “Island”. The album closer is the title track, ‘Swayed’, which clocks in at eleven minutes. It is the ultimate apocalyptic punctuation mark for the record. The five band members fire on all cylinders on this odd, yet amazingly impactful, musical journey: tribal rhythms, shoegaze fuzz with soaring vocals, abstract electronics, and one of the heaviest endings you’ll ever hear. 

Throughout the entire album, Bindrim’s lyrics question many aspects of life, reality, and society, she dedicates the last few minutes of the record to just one – have you been swayed? 

The album comes as a limited double-disc edition with some 9 bonus tracks and remixes featuring amongst others some ear-catching collaborations with acts in the likes of ANGELSPIT, IRIS and more!

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Recorded and produced by Greg Panciera (Sylvia Massy, Alessandro Cortini of NINE INCH NAILS, Dave Bianco) over the course of the past 2 years, marks the first new music from I:SCINTILLA in four years and their first full length studio record since 2010. Brittany also states “…Our brief hiatus really recharged us creatively. Alongside this renewed passion and our evolution; the political climate, a deeper dive into the world of fine art, introspection, and truly immersing ourselves into the songwriting process has truly shaped this collection of songs and has remolded where we are as a band.” 

With the recent first video/single “Carmena Saturna”, I:SCINTILLA not only gave us a first glimpse into this much anticipated new album, but also proved to us once again that only they were able to release such catchy mind-infecting vocal lines ever! A stunning song mixing biting guitar riffs with schizophrenic vocals that go from powerful to mellow to creepy before the entire song deconstructs. 

Now, the album’s explosive, punk-influenced opening track, “Human”, has frontwoman Brittany Bindrim asking, “Does this make us human?”: a fitting initial question when you consider the band’s new sound – a deep studio exploration that favours organic instrumentation over programmed sounds. But that is just the beginning… 

Next to the hard-hitting groves of “Boxing Glove”, “Nothing But Recordings” features a post-punk / new-wave vibe never heard from the band before – piano gives way to synthesizer which, in turn, gives way to driving bass, fuzzed guitars, and distorted rhythms… 

When that introspective mood may strike, look no further than “Mercy Screams”. It captures some of the most beautiful moments in I:SCINTILLA’s entire catalogue. It is a gorgeous, yet strange, composition that cannot be put into words. Following suit are “Seaglass” and “Pieces”, each capturing difficult subjects – addiction and death – through powerful, uplifting movements. 

The band can still flex its industrial-rock muscle, which is showcased on “DFTD (Between the Devils)” and “Island”. The album closer is the title track, ‘Swayed’, which clocks in at eleven minutes. It is the ultimate apocalyptic punctuation mark for the record. The five band members fire on all cylinders on this odd, yet amazingly impactful, musical journey: tribal rhythms, shoegaze fuzz with soaring vocals, abstract electronics, and one of the heaviest endings you’ll ever hear. 

Throughout the entire album, Bindrim’s lyrics question many aspects of life, reality, and society, she dedicates the last few minutes of the record to just one – have you been swayed? 

The album also comes out as a limited double-disc edition with some 9 bonus tracks and remixes featuring amongst others some ear-catching collaborations with acts in the likes of ANGELSPIT, IRIS and more!

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This is not a discussion of Men vs. Women. This is a battle for equal rights and empowerment for all regardless of gender. It is our 
responsibility, both men and women banded together, to battle violence and discrimination of women and girls around the globe. This is the war to win. We are on the same side and should be expanding our network of allies to combat these injustices. Together, men and women, we are stronger; united we create a more beautiful and peaceful universe. 

We wrote this song,“The War to Win”, for a young woman who is a warrior in the truest sense of the word. She survived unthinkable abuse by the hands of a loved one with the system, her family, and the odds stacked against her. Today she shares her story with others who have gone through similar harrowing experiences to help facilitate the process of healing. In her honor and for all women effected by violence, abuse, and gender inequality, we are donating ALL proceeds generated by this song to UN Women. You may donate as little or as much as you would like to the cause to make a difference in the lives of ALL people. 

Extra: 100% of your purchase will be donated to UN Women ( www.unwomen.org ) to support programs that promote women’s human rights, their economic and political empowerment and gender equality.

This EP is only available as a download via Bandcamp (see player below).

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Groove tracks like “Ruin” and “Drag Along” coincide with high-tempo stompers “Skin Tight” (for which the band recently released a music video) and “Sequins & Pills. Meanwhile the four interesting remixes highlight flavors of electro-funk, stompy industrial/EBM, and experimental dubstep chaos.

Definitely something for everyone!

This EP is only available as a download via Bandcamp (see player below).

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2 years after the release of the first “Matrix Downloaded” compilation, Belgium’s ALFA MATRIX label joins hands again with Santa Claus and offers to all alternative music lovers this new label compilation FOR FREE (downloadable in MP3/FLAC quality via the label’s Bandcamp page).

A nice and surprising end-of-year present for all of us with some 47 songs that reflect the ALFA MATRIX music repertoire in the full-force of its diversity.

Just like the new ALFA MATRIX family members who are revealed here for the first time: NÖVÖ, XMH, MONDTRÄUME and STUDIO-X vs. SIMON CARTER, several other label bands also seized the opportunity of this compilation to showcase new unreleased songs including KOMOR KOMMANDO, ARMAGREDDON DILDOS, KRYSTAL SYSTEM, AIBOFORCEN, STAR INDUSTRY, RAZORFADE, etc

Since 2001, ALFA MATRIX has been offering to you electronic music with attitude… EBM, synth pop, industrial, electronic, indie rock, electronic, dark elektro, avant-garde, goth metal, wave: you get it all!

This compilation is only available as a download via Bandcamp (see player below).

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This FREE (or pay as you wish) compilation is once again downloadable in MP3/FLAC quality via the label’s Bandcamp page (where you can also still find the 2 previous editions if you did not grab these yet!!).

Again a nice and surprising present for all of us with some 54 songs that reflect the ALFA MATRIX music repertoire in the full-force of its diversity.

Just like the recent additions to the ALFA MATRIX family members (COSMIC ARMCHAIR, AVARICE IN AUDIO, PROZIUM, SEBASTIAN KOMOR, GAYTRON, SUICIDAL ROMANCE…), several other label bands also seized the opportunity of this compilation to showcase brand new songs or previously unreleased mixes including ZOMBIE GIRL, BRUDERSCHAFT, AYRIA, KOMOR KOMMANDO, PSY’AVIAH, KANT KINO, PNE, MENTALLO & THE FIXER, METROLAND, GLIS, ESSENCE OF MIND, KRYSTAL SYSTEM, TOTEM OBSCURA vs. ACYLUM, CYNICAL EXISTENCE or yet NEIKKA RPM…

Since 2001, ALFA MATRIX has been offering to you electronic music with attitude… EBM, synth pop, industrial, electronic, indie rock, nu electro, dark elektro, avant-garde, goth metal, wave, techno house: you get it all!

This release is only available as a download via Bandcamp (see player below).

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On “Alfa Matrix Re:covered – a tribute to Depeche Mode” the Alfa Matrix label united the electronic sounds from the Alfa Matrix label artists with some of the best songs pop history has ever heard from one single band. All electronic music genres have their very own ambassadors on this double CD compilation including interpretations by Sebastian Komor (Zombie Girl, Komor Kommando, …), Jean-Luc Demeyer (Front 242), Claus larsen (Leaether Strip) and many more. 32 tracks in total !

This 2CD comes with a Free extra EP!

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In the first of what will be a long line of themed “Marrow” EP’s, the band abandons its stylish metal-electronica signature and opts for a raw direct presentation of five new recordings. Included in the set are the new song “Drag Along,” two reworked favorites from 2010’s “Dying & Falling” (“Ammunition,” “The Shake”), and two interesting covers (IAMX, Devo).

The songs showcase the exceptional talents of lead singer Brittany Bindrim, her insightful songwriting, and the band’s musicianship. As a special treat, her father, Julius Bindrim, contributes his vocal and guitar talents to three tracks.

This EP is only available as a download via Bandcamp (see player below).

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