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I Ya Toyah Drops “Denial (Aesthetic Perfection Remix)” – A Dark New Pulse in the Cyber Scene 💀

The ever-fierce I Ya Toyah returns with a new surge of energy through “Denial (Aesthetic Perfection Remix)”, reimagining her haunting industrial sound with Daniel Graves’ signature electronic venom. This remix blends icy synth lines, pulsating bass, and a dose of Aesthetic Perfection’s dark-pop flair, transforming the original into a dancefloor inferno for the disillusioned and defiant.

Fans can expect the remix to amplify the raw emotion and cyberpunk tension that I Ya Toyah is known for—twisting the edges of pain and beauty into something electrifying.

🎶 Listen Now:

💬 “Denial is about confronting the uncomfortable truths we try to bury,” says I Ya Toyah. “This remix turns that confrontation into a dark celebration—a scream disguised as a song.”

⚡ About I Ya Toyah

Born in Poland and now based in Chicago, I Ya Toyah’s name translates roughly to “It’s just me”—a fitting declaration for the one-woman army behind her music. Blending industrial, darkwave, synth-pop, and electronic rock, she writes, records, and produces everything herself, championing a fiercely DIY ethos under her own label Femme Fatale Records.

Her work delves deep into themes of mental health, human rights, and self-empowerment, often donating proceeds from her music and merchandise to causes such as the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Animal Hope & Wellness. I Ya Toyah views her project not merely as music, but as a movement—a rallying cry for individuality and strength in dark times.

Her debut album Code Blue (2018) introduced her as a formidable voice in the industrial underground, with subsequent releases and collaborations pushing her further into global recognition. “Denial (Aesthetic Perfection Remix)” continues that legacy, fusing raw emotion with machine-driven precision.

🌍 Upcoming Tour Dates (Post November 1, 2025)

I Ya Toyah is currently bringing her electrified stage presence to Europe, delivering an immersive live show that merges sound, light, and sheer intensity.

  • Nov 2, 2025 – Zik-Zak, Ittre, Belgium
  • Nov 4, 2025 – L’Ampérage, Grenoble, France
  • Nov 5, 2025 – Backstage By The Mill, Paris, France
  • Nov 7, 2025 – Salle de Spectacle, Saint-Ismier, France
  • Nov 8, 2025 – Beasto Blanco, Telfs, Austria
  • Nov 11, 2025 – Analog Music Hall, Budapest, Hungary

Fans describe her performances as cathartic, defiant, and hypnotic—a raw surge of emotion set against pulsating visuals and cybernetic rhythm.

Deep Dive into the Universe of I Ya Toyah:
Website – Instagram – Facebook – YouTube

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ASSEMBLAGE 23 Ignites Hope with New Single “Believe” 💿

Electro-industrial and synth-pop icon Assemblage 23 — the project of Tom Shear — returns with “Believe,” the powerful new single from the upcoming album Null, out November 7th, 2025 via Metropolis Records.

✨ Finding Light in the Static
“This song is about believing that there is hope for better things, even with the state of the world as it is today,” explains Shear. “We are responsible for making the kind of world we live in. In the face of bad times, sometimes the most subversive thing you can do is have hope.”

“Believe” marks the second single from Null — Assemblage 23’s tenth studio album and the long-awaited follow-up to 2020’s Mourn. The record also features the recent single “Tolerate” and showcases Shear’s trademark fusion of melodic precision, emotional resonance, and electronic craftsmanship that has defined his two-decade legacy in the dark electronic scene.

💀 Legacy of Innovation and Emotion
Since emerging with Contempt at the turn of the millennium, Assemblage 23 has remained a defining force in futurepop, breaking from European dominance with emotionally charged songwriting and razor-sharp production. Shear’s lyrics — often touching on themes of loss, depression, resilience, and hope — have built a deeply loyal following and continue to resonate across generations of listeners.

💿 Null — Tracklist

  1. Believe
  2. Lunatics
  3. Gone
  4. Fuel
  5. Tolerate
  6. Normal
  7. Last
  8. The Line
  9. Overthrow
  10. Waited

🎶 Listen Now:

📸 2025 photography by Mari Shear

💀 Deep Dive into the Universe of Assemblage 23:
Official Site – Facebook – Instagram – Bluesky

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SAPPHIRA VEE UNVEILS NEW SINGLE “UNFOLDING”

💀 A haunting evolution in dark electronic sound

Dark electronic artist Sapphira Vee has just released her latest single, “Unfolding,” — a mesmerizing fusion of ethereal vocals, brooding synths, and cinematic atmosphere. This track captures the essence of transformation and vulnerability, weaving emotion through layers of haunting production and hypnotic rhythm.

🎧 Listen Now:

“Unfolding” showcases Sapphira’s signature balance of shadow and light — a delicate interplay of beauty and intensity that defines her sonic world. With lush textures, pulsing beats, and evocative lyrics, this release marks another bold step forward in her artistic evolution.

Deep Dive into the Universe of Sapphira Vee:
Official Website – Bandcamp – Spotify –

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ROTERSAND Release New Singles “It Was Night” and “Train” Out Now via Metropolis Records

German dark electro-pop visionaries ROTERSAND have dropped not one but two electrifying singles — “It Was Night” (released September 5th) and “Train” (out now, October 3rd) — further expanding the digital edition of their latest full-length album Don’t Become The Thing You Hated. Both tracks were previously available only on the CD version and are now streaming globally.

The new material continues the duo’s signature balance of brooding atmosphere and intelligent rhythm, uniting philosophical reflection with sharp-edged electronic craftsmanship. These songs arrive as part of the ongoing evolution of Rascal Nikov (vocals, electronics) and Krischan Jan-Eric Wesenberg (electronics), whose work has long blurred the lines between dancefloor power and emotional introspection.

💀 A Dark Reflection of Modern Times
Following their previous singles “Private Firmament (I Fell For You)” and “Sexiness of Slow,” the album stands as both a cultural critique and a sonic manifesto. Don’t Become The Thing You Hated captures the existential unease of an era defined by division and disillusionment. ROTERSAND uses their trademark precision sound design to question how, in fighting oppression and ignorance, one might risk adopting the same destructive tendencies they resist.

Their latest offerings—“It Was Night” and “Train”—fuse propulsive industrial-electronic energy with haunting melodic beauty. The result is a sound both intellectual and visceral: densely layered synthscapes, crisp percussion, and an emotive tension that mirrors the contradictions of our age.

💀 The Message Beneath the Machines
Lyrically, these songs extend the philosophical pulse of the album—inviting listeners to reflect on complicity, anger, and empathy in a world that thrives on chaos. ROTERSAND’s latest work doesn’t just provide a soundtrack for dark nights of the soul—it demands introspection, calling for vigilance against the forces that distort truth and erode identity.

🖤 Don’t Become The Thing You Hated — Out Now
Tracklisting:

  1. All Tomorrows
  2. Higher Ground
  3. Father Ocean
  4. Watch Me
  5. I Will Find You
  6. Don’t Stop Believing
  7. It Was Night
  8. Heaven
  9. Sexiness of Slow
  10. Private Firmament (I Fell For You)
  11. 16 Devils (Hell Deep Down)
  12. Click Scroll Tap Believe
  13. Forgotten Daydreams (They Live At Night)
  14. Train

ROTERSAND
Rascal Nikov – Vocals, Electronics
Krischan Jan-Eric Wesenberg – Electronics

🎶 Listen Now:

Deep Dive into the Universe of ROTERSAND:
Official Site – Facebook

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💀 Sapphira Vee Announces New Album Unfolding — A Sonic Journey of Transformation and Truth

Dark electro visionary Sapphira Vee has just unveiled her upcoming release, Unfolding, a deeply personal and atmospheric exploration set to captivate listeners across the darkwave and industrial spectrum. The announcement marks a new era for the artist, known for weaving ethereal melodies, brooding electronics, and raw emotional power into immersive soundscapes.

🌑 A New Chapter in Sound and Spirit

“Unfolding” promises to dive deep into themes of self-discovery, resilience, and metamorphosis — a reflection on emerging from chaos and reclaiming strength. With lush textures, haunting vocals, and cinematic production, this release is shaping up to be one of Sapphira Vee’s most evocative works to date.

Fans can expect the signature fusion of dark electronic atmospheres and emotive storytelling that have defined her sound and earned her a loyal following across the global underground scene.

🎶 Listen Now

💀 Deep Dive into the Universe of Sapphira Vee

Official Website – Bandcamp – Instagram – Facebook – YouTube

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Brittany Bindrim Drops New Darkwave Anthem “Hunting In The Dark” Ahead of Sophomore Album Counterpoison

🌒 Darkwave and synthpop force Brittany Bindrim returns with her brand-new single “Hunting In The Dark”, a pulse-racing taste of what’s to come from her forthcoming sophomore album Counterpoison, arriving October 24.

⚡ Powered by thunderous beats, hypnotic hooks, and vocals that cut through the darkness, “Hunting In The Dark” is a shadow-soaked dance-floor burner that transforms heavy emotions into surges of energy and positivity. With themes of finding light — and maybe a touch of playful mischief — within the shadows, the track hits hard while lifting spirits.

🎛 Produced by Matt McJunkins (A Perfect Circle, Puscifer), this single blazes the trail for Bindrim’s full Counterpoison rollout and is available now on all streaming platforms.

🎶 Listen Now:

Deep Dive into the Universe of Brittany Bindrim:
Bandcamp – Spotify & More – YouTube

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Simon Carter & Fabsi Unveil Double Trouble Toil and Struggle — Pre-Orders Open Now! 🧙‍♀️🔮🪄

Just in time for Bandcamp Friday, dark electro alchemists Simon Carter and Fabsi have opened pre-orders for their brand new full-length album, Double Trouble Toil and Struggle—set for full digital release on July 3rd, 2025.

🎧 Pre-order now on Bandcamp and get instant access to 4 spellbinding tracks:

  • The enchanting single “Moon Witch”
  • A blazing remix by Binary Division, guaranteed to land on every dark scene DJ’s playlist
  • “The Witch of The Midnight Sky” + its high-voltage rave version, a fan favorite debuted live at Basement45 in Bristol for Beat:Cancer

This marks the third full-length collaboration between Carter & Fabsi, brewing another potent mix of haunting synths, dark beats, and sinister charm.

⚡ Don’t wait—this is the last Bandcamp Friday until August, and the perfect moment to lock in your copy and get early access to these wicked tracks.

🧹 Pre-order here: Bandcamp – Simon Carter & Fabsi

Follow Simon Carter & Fabsi:
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🩸 From Scrapped to Spellbinding: Daedric Revives “Callous” with a Vengeful New Pulse

Originally discarded, “Callous” rises from the ashes—reimagined, reengineered, and emotionally raw.

⚡ A Second Chance at Life

Daedric’s newest single, “Callous,” was almost left behind on the cutting room floor. First written in just 20 minutes back in 2021, the track felt dated and disconnected from the band’s evolving vision. But instead of abandoning it, Daedric did something bold—they tore it apart and rebuilt it entirely.

The result? A modernized version of “Callous” that pulses with atmospheric electronics and powerful dual vocals, perfectly aligning with the rest of their dark, cinematic soundscapes.

💔 Cold on the Outside, Bleeding on the Inside

Lyrically, “Callous” plunges into themes of betrayal, emotional abandonment, and revenge. The title reflects the illusion of indifference—punishing someone while secretly harboring pain. The dual vocals represent an inner conflict, almost like arguing with your own reflection in the mirror.

It’s not just a song—it’s a confrontation with heartbreak itself.

🛒 Official Daedric Merch Drop:

Get your hands on some darkwear essentials and collector vinyls, straight from the realm of Daedric:

Deep Dive into the Universe of Daedric
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AESTHETIC PERFECTION Rebuilds the Past with Closer to Human

20 Years Later, the Debut Album Returns—Reborn and Reinvented

💥 Two decades after its original release and long believed lost to time, Daniel Graves has resurrected his debut album under a new name and form—Closer to Human is available now via Bandcamp, with pre-orders for ultra-limited physical editions going fast.

“This isn’t a remaster. It’s a resurrection.”

Meticulously reconstructed using the original gear and samples, this version of the album breathes fire into the foundations of Aesthetic Perfection with a renewed precision, fury, and spirit. This is the album that started it all, rebuilt for a new generation of perfectionists.

🎶 Listen Now / Pre-Order:
Bandcamp

🔥 Physical Editions – Extremely Limited

  • 💿 Single CD – Digisleeve w/ 8-page art booklet
  • 💿💿 Double CD – Includes original 2005 master by Mike Wells (Gridlock) + era remixes by genCAB, XP8, UnterART, [distatix]
  • 🔴 Vinyl Edition – Pressed on bold red vinyl

Only 1,000 CDs and 500 vinyl copies exist.
🎯 Official Release Date: June 20, 2025
💻 Pre-orders include instant downloads of “Beautiful,” “Master,” and Bandcamp-exclusive “Architect.”

🧠 Why It Matters

Lost in a catastrophic hard drive failure, Close to Human was once thought to be gone forever. But Daniel’s refusal to let the past die has given birth to something more powerful—a rebirth that doesn’t just revisit history, it rewrites it.

💀 Deep Dive into the Universe of Aesthetic Perfection

Official Website – Facebook – Instagram – Spotify – YouTube

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MARI KATTMAN Declares the ‘Year Of The Katt’ With Bold New Solo Album

Out June 20, 2025 via Metropolis Records

💣 Gothic, sultry, and unapologetically self-made—Mari Kattman returns with her third solo album Year Of The Katt, dropping June 20th on Metropolis Records. Featuring the recent singles “Anemia” and “Sharp Shooter,” this record positions Kattman not just as a rising voice, but as the reigning gothic club queen of the modern electronic scene.

🎧 Stream Now:
Bandcamp

“She is now taking her place as the alluring gothic club queen she always had the potential to be. Her best solo effort yet.”
— ELECTRICITYCLUB.CO.UK

🔥 Album Highlights

  • Written, recorded, composed, and produced entirely by Mari herself
  • First full-length since signing with Metropolis in 2024
  • A genre-fluid, emotionally intense ride through trap, hip hop, electro, ambient, EBM, and industrial
  • Delivered with her unmistakable, powerful vocal presence

💬 “Finishing this album was a truly herculean effort,” says Mari. “There were a lot of learning curves and things I needed to sort out before I was truly happy with the end product. I feel relief and enormously proud that I got it done.”

🎶 Tracklisting – Year Of The Katt

  1. Typical Girl
  2. Sharp Shooter
  3. Take
  4. Ascending
  5. Anemia
  6. Little Bullet Girl
  7. PunisHER
  8. The Worst
  9. Take Myself Back
  10. Pain

🎤 The Voice Behind the Movement

Whether solo or as part of Helix, Mari Kattman has made her mark across the electronic underground. Her distinctive vocals have graced tracks by Assemblage 23, Mesh, Ivardensphere, Psy’Aviah, Neuroticfish, Solitary Experiments, Aiboforcen, Comaduster, and dozens more.

But it’s in her own material—like “Fever Shakes,” “URGOD.AI,” and “Swallow”—where Kattman showcases her songwriting strength and ability to create pulsing, dancefloor-ready tracks that pack emotional and sonic weight.

💀 Deep Dive into the Universe of Mari Kattman

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FiXT just released Alien Skin (Single) by Daedric

FiXT has just released “Alien Skin,” the brand new single from Daedric! Dive into this captivating new track now.

Check It Out HERE

Deep Dive into the Universe of Daedric: 🎧🎶
Official Website – FiXT – Instagram – Facebook,

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🎧🎶 ROTERSAND Unveils New Single “Private Firmament (I Fell For You)”; New Album “Don’t Become The Thing You Hated” Arrives August 8th! 🎧

The German dark electro-pop duo Rotersand has just released their new single, “Private Firmament (I Fell For You),” available today, June 7th, 2025. This powerful track serves as a preview of their highly anticipated new album, “Don’t Become The Thing You Hated,” set for release on August 8th via Metropolis Records (North America) and Trisol (Rest of World). This will be their first full-length studio record since How Do You Feel Today? in March 2020.

Explaining the meaning behind the new single, the band states: “Human nature is not binary, but algorithm-induced communication forces us to choose virtual sides to stimulate emotions and click rates. Yes or no, black or white, for or against, one or the other. Ultimately, we sit in our post-fact, post-science, post-truth private firmaments with nothing in common other than the cold light of screens pretending to shine for us. We say, leave the private firmaments and dance with us, with real faces under real stars.”

Stream “Private Firmament (I Fell For You)” in North America or Rest of World.

‘Don’t Become the Thing You Hated’ sees the Hamburg-based act (comprised of Rascal Nikov and Krischan Jan-Eric Wesenberg) return with an album that is as much a cultural critique as it is a musical statement. In a world increasingly defined by division, alienation, and existential anxiety, the duo casts a sharp eye on the psychological toll of our times and issues a warning. The message is clear: in fighting what we oppose, we risk becoming it ourselves.

Musically, the album is a masterclass in synthesis, melding sonic sophistication with visceral emotional impact. Navigating seamlessly between intricate sound design and tightly constructed rhythmic frameworks, these are layered with melodic hooks that are as intellectually engaging as they are dancefloor-ready. The album soundscape is dark yet resolutely hopeful and explores a dynamic spectrum of styles, from propulsive electro with surgically crisp beats and brooding industrial textures to anthemic, almost dreamlike interludes. Each track reveals itself as a meticulously crafted entity, constantly surprising the listener yet never straying from its emotional nucleus.

The song lyrics address themes of disillusionment, anger, and the fragile line between resistance and complicity. Indeed, the album title itself functions as a thesis statement that confronts listeners with a central dilemma of our era – how do we oppose injustice without replicating its methods or mindset? Rotersand offer no easy answers, but instead encourage a kind of inner vigilance; a conscious rejection of the very forces that threaten to erode empathy, nuance, and individual integrity.

What sets this album apart is its rare ability to operate on multiple levels. Not only is it a compelling club record, it is also a philosophical commentary on the state of the world and the psyche. The duo have crafted a work that challenges the listener to not only hear, but to think and feel more deeply. With ‘Don’t Become the Thing You Hated’, they reaffirm their position as one of the most thoughtful and forward-looking acts in the dark electronic music genre.

Pre-order ‘Don’t Become The Thing You Hated’ in North America or Rest of World.

“Don’t Become The Thing You Hated” Tracklisting:

  1. All Tomorrows
  2. Higher Ground
  3. Father Ocean
  4. Watch Me
  5. I Will Find You
  6. Don‘t Stop Believing
  7. It Was Night *
  8. Heaven
  9. Sexiness of Slow
  10. Private Firmament (I Fell For You)
  11. 16 Devils (Hell Deep Down)
  12. Click Scroll Tap Believe
  13. Forgotten Daydreams (They Live At Night)
  14. Train *

  • CD format only

ROTERSAND is:

  • Rascal Nikov – vocals, electronics
  • Krischan Jan-Eric Wesenberg – electronics

Deep Dive into the Universe of Rotersand: 🎧🎶 Official Site – Facebook – Metropolis Records – Trisol Music Group,

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🕯️ Aesthetic Perfection Resurrects Closer to Human 💀

The long-lost debut reemerges after 20 years—pre-orders and pre-saves now open!

Two decades after a catastrophic hard drive crash seemingly erased Close to Human forever, Aesthetic Perfection’s Daniel Graves has painstakingly rebuilt his iconic debut from the ground up. Renamed Closer to Human, this resurrection is no mere remaster—it’s a fully reimagined and meticulously reconstructed release. And it’s finally available to pre-order, with a worldwide drop coming June 20th, 2025.

🎧 Stream “Beautiful” and “Master” now
📦 Pre-order the album (vinyl + CD)

🧬 Closer to Human: A Resurrection

In 2024, Graves began the ambitious project of sourcing original hardware and samples, recreating each beat and note by hand. The result is Closer to Human—a rebirth of his debut that captures all the soul, energy, and intensity of the original era.

Partnering with Dependent Records, the physical editions are the most deluxe Aesthetic Perfection has ever offered:

  • 💿 Single CD Edition: Digisleeve with 8-page art booklet
  • 💿💿 Double CD Edition: Includes a never-released master by the late Mike Wells (Gridlock) + remixes by genCAB, XP8, UnterART, and [distatix]
  • 🔴 Vinyl Edition: Limited red vinyl

Limited run: Only 1,000 CDs and 500 vinyl copies worldwide!

🎤 Beautiful | One-Take Vocal Performance

Don’t miss the raw, pajama-clad one-take performance of “Beautiful” now on YouTube. A perfect reminder of Graves’ vocal power—and his Birkenstock loyalty.

🧠 Spotify: Curated Playlists

Daniel’s private Spotify playlists are now public!
Explore his favorite moods and moments across genres:

  • Dark Electro + Aggrotech Essentials
  • Industrial Metal Essentials
  • Futurepop + Synthpop Essentials
  • This Is Industrial Pop
  • Sick, Sad, Lovesongs

🎟️ Final Close to Violent Throwback Shows

Catch the last old-school electronic shows before they’re gone for good. New dates added in Denver and Oberhausen, plus a replacement LA stop!

🗓️ Tour Dates (Select Highlights)

APR 20 – Sheffield, UK – Resistanz Festival
MAY 02 – Parsippany, NJ – Dark Force Festival
MAY 24 – Oberhausen, DE – Kulttempel
JUN 06 – Denver, CO – HQ
JUN 07 – Los Angeles, CA – The Paramount
OCT 31 – Amsterdam, NL – Ziggo Dome (+ Till Lindemann)
DEC 02 – Budapest, HU – MVM Dome (+ Till Lindemann)

🧾 Full dates and ticket links on the official site

🕸️ Deep Dive into the Universe of Aesthetic Perfection

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