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💥 BELLHEAD Fire Warning Shots with Explosive New EP THREATS

Death, revenge, drowning, heartbreak, and murder—Chicago’s bass duo returns louder, darker, and more dangerous than ever.

Chicago’s rising industrial post-punk duo BELLHEAD have officially dropped the hammer with the announcement of their new EP THREATS, set for release on April 8, 2025 via Oppressive Sky Records. Available on CD, digital download, and all major streaming platforms, the title track is already live now via Bandcamp preorder.

🔥 THREATS is the first new material since their 2023 EP Good Intentions, and it’s a full-throttle evolution in both sound and style. Familiar themes of femme fatales, heartbreak, murder, and sorrow are back—but this time, the duo have cranked up the intensity and peeled back the curtain.

🎯 A New Era Begins

Gone is the signature black-and-white branding. In its place: vibrant yellow and a sharp, full-color portrait. For the first time, you can see the faces behind the menace: Ivan Russia and Karen Righeimer-Schock are making good on their threats.

Engineered by Neil Strauch and mastered by Carl Saff, the 7-track EP includes five new songs plus two remixes—each dripping with venom and vision. Highlights include:

  • “Heart Shaped Hole” twisted into a hallucinogenic haunt by Clubdrugs
  • “Bad Taste” reimagined with Stabbing Westward’s Chris Hall, giving it a dancefloor stomp you won’t soon forget

🩸 THREATS Tracklist

  1. Threats
  2. Heart Shaped Hole
  3. Shutters + Stutters
  4. No Dead Horses
  5. Double Jeopardy
  6. Bad Taste (Stabbing Westward Remix)
  7. Heart Shaped Hole (Clubdrugs Remix)

⚔️ BELLHEAD Live 2025

Fresh off a relentless national touring schedule that saw them supporting legends like Stabbing Westward, Clan of Xymox, Julien-K, and Night Club, BELLHEAD is heading back on the road in support of THREATS.

Spring Tour Dates:

  • 3/27 – Indianapolis, IN – Black Circle Brewery
  • 3/28 – Kenosha, WI – Port Of Kenosha
  • 4/05 – Minneapolis, MN – Fireseek Festival
  • 4/24 – Urbana, IL – Rose Bowl Tavern
  • 4/25 – Louisville, KY – Art Sanctuary
  • 4/26 – Cape Girardeau, MO – Spectrum Record Lounge
  • 4/27 – Kansas City, MO – Sk8bar
  • 5/03 – Chicago, IL – Liar’s Club w/ Skatenigs
  • 5/04 – Milwaukee, WI – Falcon Bowl
  • 5/09 – Detroit, MI – Fixation Festival w/ Assemblage23, Cyanotic, AL1CE
  • 5/30 – Chicago Steampunk Convention
  • 8/09 – Indianapolis, IN – Bats Over Indy Fest

🎟️ More dates to be announced soon!

💿 Preorder & Presave

📀 Preorder THREATS on Bandcamp
💾 Presave on Spotify

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unitcode:machine “A Violent End” Single – remixes by Stabbing Westward, genCAB and Chris Vrenna!



unitcode:machine “A Violent End” Remixed by Christopher Hall (Stabbing Westward), Chris Vrenna (NIN, SW, Pigface) and GenCAB

After dropping one of the most exhilarating industrial pop albums of 2023, unitcode:machine refused to rest on their well-deserved laurels. Instead, Eric reached out to his friends, Christopher Hall (Stabbing Westward), Chris Vrenna (NIN, SW, Pigface), and GenCAB, asking them to reimagine the track “A Violent End.” The result? A series of mind-blowing remixes that take the original to new heights!

“A Violent End” is a dark and challenging track that delves into the realm of ultimate decisions and the fear that accompanies those choices. When pushed to the edge, what choices are available to find the relief one so desperately seeks? Thematically, struggling with these choices to end something so integral or important to one’s life is a choice that anyone would not look at lightly.

Embark on a sonic journey as these exceptional artists infuse their unique styles into “A Violent End,” producing remixes that are extraordinary!

Download it here

Tracklist
1. A Violent End (Stabbing Westward / Chris Hall Mix) 
2. A Violent End (genCAB Remix)
3. A Violent End (Tweaker / Chris Vrenna Remix)

Fans can Pre-order the record on Bandcamp 
 Cover artwork by Greg Rolfes
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Unitcode:machine Unveils Emotionally Charged Single “Cold” Produced by Chris Hall (Stabbing Westward) with Remixes by Beborn Beton and blackcarburning

Unitcode:machine, the renowned industrial/pop act, collaborates with acclaimed producer Christopher Hall from Stabbing Westward to deliver their latest single, “Cold.” This captivating track delves into the depths of profound longing, exploring the quest for solace in the face of overwhelming loss and the desire for a transformative change.

“Cold” resonates with listeners on a visceral level, as its poignant lyrics and ethereal soundscape speak to the human spirit’s resilience and universal yearning for hope. The song’s mesmerizing composition reflects the journey of those who have experienced hardship and held onto the belief in a brighter future.

In addition to Chris Hall’s exceptional edit of the song, “Cold” boasts powerful remixes from Beborn Beton and blackcarburning, adding new dimensions to an already emotionally charged piece.

The single “Cold” is set to release on August 4th, 2023, and will be available for download.

Tracklist:

  1. Cold (Chris Hall / Stabbing Westward Mix)
  2. Cold (Beborn Beton Remix)
  3. Cold (blackcarburning Remix)

Fans can anticipate the pre-order of the record on Bandcamp, starting from July 28th, 2023.

Unitcode:machine continues to push artistic boundaries, showcasing their profound musicality and emotional depth. With cover artwork by Greg Rolfes, “Cold” promises to be a captivating addition to their impressive discography.

Unitcode:machine, led by the talented Eric Kristoffer, has been making waves in the industrial and pop music scenes. With a unique blend of electronic elements and emotive storytelling, their music captivates audiences worldwide. Building on their previous successes, “Cold” is a testament to their dedication to creating deeply impactful and evocative music.

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