Enter the enigmatic force known as L — Lynette Ríos Padilla to those in the know — a Mexican-American tour de force in the EBM scene.

L’s voice is that of a siren’s call, at once ethereal and strikingly bold. Her tunes are a cocktail of introspection, wild dreams, and those deep, dark secrets shared only in the most intimate of settings. But don’t let her petite size fool you. L is a titan, a force of nature in the truest sense, armed with the spirit of a warrior and the edge of a rebel, always hidden just so behind her iconic ‘CowDom’ hat and those inscrutable dark shades.

Now Crunch Pod proudly presents “BODYHEAT REMIXED” from the producer, writer, and composer, featuring all-star remixes of her acclaimed album BODYHEAT by some of the best industrial EBM artists of our time. Artists include INHALT, Daniel Meyer, Visitor, Angels and Agony, Manufactura, and more. Blending the elements of Electronic Body Music, Techno, and Darkwave that create moving yet profound and energetic atmospheres from her stunning 4-track 2nd album.

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L, has been setting the underground scene ablaze since the drop of her debut, DISCIPLINE. With each subsequent release, she’s carved out a niche of devoted followers, captivated by her raw, unbridled energy. Her live gigs are nothing short of legendary.

This August 2024, L is preparing to hit the road, set to take her explosive show across the U.S.

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In the grand tragicomedy of human affection, one might ponder—why must love, that most capricious of emotions, be as perplexing as a Rubik’s Cube rearranged in the dark? The conundrum of nurturing bonds with those to whom our hearts are most tethered, a task both maddening and magnificently fulfilling, is the very meat and mead of Ex-Hyena’s latest offering. Spiral Down. Their sophomore single from A Kiss of the Mind, the band’s first release through Re:Mission Entertainment, dances on the knife-edge of ecstasy and agony. This throbbing leviathan of a track, now further transmogrified by MORIS BLAK’s industrially-tinged, delightfully anarchic remix, invites us to a ball where the music is as richly layered as the human heart itself.

In Spiral Down, Reuben Bettsak and Bo Barringer of Ex-Hyena craft a dystopian banger, plunging listeners into the vortex of our tumultuous present—a blend of reality and the collective anxiety about what the future holds. This track is a deep dive into a kaleidoscopic web of introspection, weaving through doubt, confusion, yearning, and solitude, yet also finding moments of illumination, contrast, and allure. Under Barringer’s production and mixing, with Adam Stillson’s mastering touch at Decade Music Studio, Spiral Down emerges as a powerful opener in the band’s current live repertoire. The track showcases Ex-Hyena’s dynamic range through swirling keyboard layers, deep, resonant bass, and driving, hypnotic rhythms, fully embodying their dark energy.

“Spiral Down is a journey, it feels more expansive,” says Barringer. “At the beginning of the track, it starts out in a much brighter and bouncier place than anything we’ve recorded, but as it continues it goes deeper and deeper into the menace.”

“One of the main reasons we make music and art is that it’s therapeutic and healing,” adds Bettsak. “Through a song or story, we can attempt to process very complex things in our lives…The lyrics-’In molten love I found your kisses, where shadows form and for the season. It feels like pain, it feels like pleasure,’ explore the ying/yang at the root of love….I think love is beautiful and ghastly at the same time. I think it’s ultimately worth it, but can sometimes feel like a deep pit of chaos and confusion. And it’s not just love with people close to us, but also in regards to love of ourselves.”

The MORIS BLAK remix elevates the track to new heights with its intense, high-energy beats that not only allow the melodies to stand out but also showcase the distinctive flair of the MORIS BLAK universe. Accompanying this is a music video directed by Bettsak, featuring dancer Ava Grebe. Through her expressive and dramatic dance movements, Grebe embodies the dual themes of pleasure and pain that are central to the song. Set against the visual projections by JST-N, her performance—spinning, twirling, and shaking—captures the intricate dance of love’s contrasting emotions, bringing the music’s underlying narrative to life.

Watch the video for the Moris Blak remix of “Spiral Down” below:

Since its inception in 2020, surfacing through the haze of a global pandemic and illuminated by the city’s darkest corners, Ex-Hyena has delivered a steady and prolific beat across underground dance floors, with two albums (2021’s Artificial Pulse and 2022’s Moon Reflections), a remix album (2023’s Moon Reflections Remixed), a handful of singles and EPs, and collaborations with Control I’m Here, Hororhaus, BlakLight, Pleasure Policy, Jackson VanHorn, Denial Waits, Blood Handsome, The Mystic Underground, Maduro, and others.

From here, the beat rolls on, and Ex-Hyena’s future-noir styling would not be complete without a look ahead. A Kiss of the Mind is slated for early 2024 release, and will see the band playing many shows in support of the album.

“A lot of the songs from A Kiss of the Mind, including ‘Spiral Down’, deal with the challenge of communicating with one another,” says Betsak. “It can be so hard to understand each other even when we know each other so well. It can be difficult to understand each other even when we know the same language and this modern world makes it even harder with all the distractions…Essentially, we are just thrilled to share the new album with everyone, work with this great label, play shows, meet great people, and collaborate, because it’s those moments, viewed and absorbed at whatever speed they play out, that shape the world in front of us.”

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​Franky and Rio felt the need to challenge themselves, both musically and creatively, resulting in their second album Velvet Surrender, incorporating Spanish into their lyrics, innovating beats, and pushing the boundaries of post-punk. Now they announce a hypnotic remix album of Velvet Surrender, featuring Blood Handsome, Chains of Desire, Kiss of The Whip, and more.

Listen below, and order the EP here

Since their inception in 2019, Cold Choir has been relentlessly dedicated to their craft, actively engaging in creation, performance, and collaboration with fellow artists to enrich the Asheville music scene, their home base. Their recent venture was a debut Northeast tour, where they shared stages with notable acts like Kiss of the Whip, Komrades, Pixel Grip, S Y Z Y G X, Vision Video, Blood Handsome and Kontravoid.

In a creative twist, they recently produced a 30-minute performance video, capturing scenes from the unconventional locales of a local dive bar’s bathroom to its main room. This unique performance was initially broadcast on a Twitch show and is now accessible on the band’s YouTube channel,

Catch them on 4 April at Static Age Records in Asheville, NC.

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Last Chance is the musical endeavor of DJ Dimitris Papaspyropoulos, renowned for his “Last Chance” remixes that gained popularity on his radio show and through a best-selling compilation series.

Beginning his career as a radio producer at Klik FM from 1996 to 2001, he later transitioned to Best 926, where he continued until 2012. Beyond the airwaves, Papaspyropoulos is celebrated for hosting the highly acclaimed “Last Chance” parties.

His latest work includes a mesmerizing cover version of the haunting Goodbye Horses by Q. Lazzarus, famously featured in Silence of the Lambs. Denis & Eli lend their vocal talents, staying true to the original’s essence but also evoking the eerier cover done by Psyche. This remix was created in homage to Q Lazzarus, William Garvey and Silence of the Lambs director Jonathan Demme, who have all since ‘passed into the night.’

“A myth, that takes us back in the late 80s, accompanies both one of the most cult songs of recent years and its performer, Q Lazzarus,” he says. “It was only a matter of time before I attempted to cover one of my most favorite songs.”

Listen below:

Papaspyropoulos has remixed Peter Gabriel’s Games Without Frontiers, as well as conceived and compiled ten best-seller CD compilations released from 1999 until today. He is the producer of Transistor’s debut Things You Miss When You Blink (2008) and also the music director of the play Medea by Jean Anouilh at Altera Pars Theater. His first EP “the midget” featuring Craig Walker (ex Archive) on vocals was released on November 25, 2013.

Find the cover of Goodbye Horses on Bandcamp here.

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In contemplating the vectors of one’s true passion, we are often compelled to inquire our motives and endgame. What is the grand ambition, and is it fulfilling? How fervent is my desire to realize these dreams? What tribulations am I willing to endure… and for what cause do I deem this suffering worthy?

Embracing fear as a catalyst for personal growth transforms it from a paralyzing obstacle into a potent motivator. This perspective challenges individuals to confront their limitations and push boundaries, turning fear into a driver, for change. It leads to significant breakthroughs, fostering resilience and promoting continuous self-improvement.

Ceremony Shadows, an experimental darkwave project from Portland led by Timo, sets this introspective narrative to Impetus, a hypnotic dance track, featuring vocalists Anastasia and Jakub. The band’s sound is a unique fusion, shaped by the varied backgrounds of its members hailing from the USA, Germany, and Poland, and their deep-rooted experiences in alternative music scenes and cultures. Their live performances are unique experiences across sound, light, and space, channeling Fever Ray, Spike Hellis, Pixel Grip, and Depeche Mode.

“While creating this track, we all pushed our creative boundaries to write a song that reflects our desire to grow as artists and people,” says the band. “This song encourages the listener to reflect inward. We hope to inspire ourselves and others to stop hiding. Stop waiting. Take one small step toward your goals, then another, and another. The time is NOW. Stop hiding your gifts. The world needs your passion.”

Listen below and find yours:

The release is accompanied by a club mix by Adam K. Stilson, and a remix by vyger.

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This isn’t your garden-variety musical endeavour. Lana Del Rabies, the brainchild of Phoenix multimedia artist and producer Sam An  – refuses to be hemmed in by the pedestrian boundaries of genre. Del Rabies is an avant-garde master lamenting the wounded world,” suffused with echoes of trip-hop, early experimental post-punk in the vein of Fad Gadget and John Foxx; the eerie mystery of Delia Derbyshire’s experiments for the BBC, a whiff of Karlheinz Stockhausen, and the atmospheric noise collages of Puce Mary and Zola Jesus’s alter ego NIKA. The resulting hauntingly beautiful soundscape ripples through us with the energies of grief, loss, and despair.

Lana Del Rabies explores the ethereal crevices between dreams, a kind of auditory alchemy that stirs up wonder and transcendent immersion. In short, this sorceress conjures spirit through song.

STREGA BEATA is best described as an apocalyptic fairy tale set to a dense, emotive symphony of existential dread and cathartic release, wrapped in a title that hints at otherworldly escapades.  A cryptic “Mother” figure delivers her oracle; her voice a patchwork of eerie harmonies, whispered secrets, desperate cries, and the occasional frenetic scream aimed at another character, the proverbial chosen one.

Now, as we saunter into 2024, Lana Del Rabies is remixing this mythic opus.  Becoming Everything: Strega Beata Remixed transforms the source material through the lens of gothic industrial. This version is a veritable who’s who of the industrial, darkwave, and experimental music scene, featuring collaborations with both the crème de la crème and the bright-eyed newcomers of the genre: Plack Blague, MVTANT, Bara Hari, and the cadenced experimental opera from the mastery of White Boy Scream and Cruel Diagonals.

“There is a specific type of grief that comes from witnessing the brutality of what humans are capable of towards each other,” An remarked upon the album. “If that grief goes unprocessed, it is doomed to also manifest as brutality. “There have been many moments while writing this record that I was grieving through an event that was personal or worldwide, and then another sudden, tragic event would happen. I needed to re-evaluate what I wanted to say because my world and perspective had shifted again. Trying to keep up with tragedy can make one feel helpless, and one way to feel in control is through acts of destruction. My personal impulse towards destruction nearly ended this project.”

Becoming Everything: Strega Beata Remixed is out now. Order here, and listen below:

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Jack Milwaukee, aka M!R!M, infused his signature dreamy lo-fi bedroom synthpop sound into this exquisite reinterpretation of Into The Night. The more guitar-heavy original, with a psychedelic plodding sound evoking Echo and the Bunnymen, has been transformed into a soaring darkwave number with glistening synths.

Accompanying the new version of the song is a visually arresting music video, the handiwork of the band’s drummer, Thomas Schamann, endearingly referred to as “glitchboy.” This self-directed visual narrative artfully stitches together scenes from their vibrant Fall 2021 tour with M!R!M. As it unfolds, the video traverses the landscapes of Germany, France, and the Czech Republic, each frame offering an intimate lens into Bleib Modern’s vigorous live performances and their creative journey. It’s a piece that not only complements the music but also provides a window into the band’s spirited sojourns and artistic endeavours.

Watch the video for the M!R!M Remix of “Into The Night” below:

2 Afraid 2 Leave is an eclectic treasure trove of collaboratio, from the pulsating club rendition of Bitter Smile by IV Horsemen, to Danish artist Dune Messiah’ crooner version of Loony Voices. The album also boasts contributions from luminaries like The KVB, The Underground Youth, Blind Delon, Shad Shadows, and an array of side projects by Bleib Modern’s own members.

2 Afraid 2 Leave is set for release on February 23rd by Wave Tension Records (vinyl) and Icy Cold Records.

You can pre-order it here.

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In the series of the “Pleading” renditions this year, the Stabbing Westward Remix takes its place as the climactic third release, succeeding the Rabbit Junk Remix that debuted on July 7th. Collaborating with Walter Flakus of Stabbing Westward, the track strikes a delicate balance reminiscent of an industrial rock ballet, pulsating with fervent synthesizers and robust bass, all while accentuating the commanding guitar strains and vocal harmonies of its precursor.

“As someone who spent their formative years listening to Stabbing Westward, this single really meant a lot to me on many levels,” Stephen says.  “Collaborating with other artists has become an integral part of this project and hearing their take on the music I’ve written has been humbling. Being so heavily influenced by Walter’s work, to have him add his unique touch and creativity to this song not only left me humbled, but inspired me to grow more as an artist.”

In their continual artistic exploration, Unhappily Ever Now entwines in ceaseless remix collaborations with kindred spirits whose musical terrains converge. This remix leans distinctly towards a grunge aesthetic, with its cool synthesizer notes balancing the unfiltered industrial rhythms and casting Maria V’s exquisite harmonies in a fresh, illuminating light.

Watch the visualizer below:

Unhappily Ever Now’s style morphs and evolves with each collaboration, absorbing the myriad hues of diverse musical traditions and in turn, reflecting a kaleidoscopic array of tones to the broader public. Such an approach permits them to touch the very limits of artistic convention. In this fluid progression, the band crystallizes their artistic intent.

And stream/purchase below or with the streaming service of your choice.

Unhappily Ever Now just wrapped up their 2023 releases with a cover of A Perfect Circle’s “Orestes” as part of the Sacred Geometry (A Tribute to A Perfect Circle) album by Coitus Interruptus Productions, released on September 22nd via Bandcamp.

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Her sophomore single under I Can’t Hear Cassandra, titled “Out Tonight,” receives a spirited reimagining by the hands of Pixel Grip’s Club Drippy (Jonathan Freund). “Out Tonight” is a deliciously dirty, irresistibly catchy track, but the remix takes it to another level entirely. “Out Tonight – Club Drippy Remix” is the first of many collaborations between the pair. 

Robinson’s original melds the turn-of-the-millennium pop sensibilities with a deep appreciation for post-punk and Italo-disco nuances. Boldly identifying as both “libido-driven” and “unapologetically femme,” she offers an earnest synth-pop ode to the acceptance of one’s flaws and the discovery of inherent allure. In an era where digital perfection is often sought after, Cassandra boldly eschews the trappings of autotune, allowing her vocal melodies to flourish in their organic state, lending authenticity to her anthem.

The remix speaks to our more decadent inclinations – whispering, rather insistently, to cast away the shadows we fashion for ourselves and those cast upon us by the watchful eyes of society. Club Drippy’s richly layered, dark techno production pairs beautifully ICHC’s devilish pop princess melodies. The song swells, ebbs, flows, and hypnotizes; a perfect club anthem. One could almost feel the beat, robust and fervent, infiltrating their very soul, dancing in tandem with the elusive spirit of revelry. It’s a tantalizing waltz between reserve and extravagance, beckoning us to abandon inhibitions and embrace the splendours of the night.

Listen below:

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Subtance is the band’s best-selling record to date, with over one million copies sold, going platinum in the US with a Top 5 hit on “True Faith” which was accompanied by the seminal video directed by French choreographer Philippe Decouflé.

With the arrival of autumn, fans of music and collectors alike can look forward to a plethora of options for New Order’s reissue of Substance. This includes a double LP, dual cassette, and a lavish 4CD edition. The latter boasts an array of B-sides, alternate takes, as well as a live disc that captures the exhilarating atmosphere of the band’s 1987 tour. Of particular note is a previously unreleased recording from Irvine Meadows in Southern California on September 12th of 1987, where New Order played Substance in its entirety.

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Those who prefer colored vinyl can keep an eye out for a special retail-exclusive pressing of Substance, featuring striking shades of blue and red, which will be available from November 10th. Additionally, the 12-inch singles for “True Faith,” its remix, and the iconic “Blue Monday 88” will be available once again.

Listen to the “Confusion Dub ’87” remix below:

The discerning can now purchase the album in various formats from the label’s webstore including a 4 LP vinyl edition, a 4 CD expanded version, a 2 LP monochromatic vinyl edition, and a dual cassette version.

Pre-Order Here

Tracklists:

COMPACT DISC

CD 1

3. Temptation 87
4. Blue Monday
5. Confusion 87
6. Thieves Like Us
7. The Perfect Kiss
8. Sub-Culture
9. Shellshock
10. State Of The Nation
11. Bizarre Love Triangle
12. True Faith

CD 2
1. In A Lonely Place
2. Procession
3. Cries And Whispers
4. Hurt
5. The Beach
6. Confused Instrumental
7. Lonesome Tonight
8. Murder
9. Thieves Like Us Instrumental
10. Kiss Of Death
11. Shame Of The Nation
12. 1963

CD 3
1. Ceremony (Original)
2. Mesh
3. Temptation (12”)
4. Confusion (Original 12”)
5. Dub Vulture
6. Shellcock
7. Bizarre Dub Triangle
8. True Dub
9. Confusion (Dub 87)
10. True Faith (Remix)

CD 4
Live from Irvine Meadows Amphitheatre, California 1987
1. Ceremony
2. Everything’s Gone Green
3. Temptation 87
4. Blue Monday
5. Confusion 87
6. Thieves Like Us
7. The Perfect Kiss
8. Sub-culture
9. Shellshock
10. State Of The Nation
11. Bizarre Love Triangle
12. True Faith

CASSETTE

Cassette 1
A1 Ceremony
A2 Everything’s Gone Green
A3 Temptation 87
A4 Blue Monday
A5 Confusion 87
A6 Thieves Like Us
A7 Murder

B1 The Perfect Kiss
B2 Sub-culture
B3 Shellshock
B4 State Of The Nation
B5 Bizarre Love Triangle
B6 True Faith

Cassette 2
C1 In A Lonely Place
C2 Procession
C3 Mesh
C4 Cries And Whispers
C5 Hurt
C6 The Beach
C7 Confusion Instrumental
C8 Lonesome Tonight

D1 Thieves Like Us Instrumental
D2 The Kiss Of Death
D3 Dub Vulture
D4 Shellcock
D5 Shame Of The Nation
D6 Bizarre Dub Triangle
D7 1963

2LP BLUE/RED COLOUR VINYL

Side 1
1. Ceremony
2. Everything’s Gone Green
3. Temptation 87

Side 2
4. Blue Monday
5. Confusion 87
6. Thieves Like Us

Side 3
1. The Perfect Kiss
2. Sub-culture
3. Shellshock

Side 4
4. State Of The Nation
5. Bizarre Love Triangle
6. True Faith

New Order are also set to kick off their 2023 European and UK arena tour on September 21.

Purchase any remaining tickets here.

You can also catch New Order stateside at Darker Waves Festival on November 18th.

SEPTEMBER

• 21– Royal Arena, Copenhagen
• 23 – Ziggo Dome, Amsterdam
• 26 – Zénith, Paris
• 29 – The O2, London

OCTOBER

• 1 – 3Arena, Dublin
• 5 – OVO Hydro, Glasgow
• 7 – First Direct Arena, Leeds

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