Unsane with electronics, pure and simple.
But here's a lengthy passage of hyperbole for you folks to enjoy.
A common musical ground does not ultimately require coming
from the same scene or style. It doesn't even require coming
from the same musical universe, as long as there is a deep
appreciation for each other's work and the ability and will to
push some boundaries. Celan was conceived of in early 2008
when Ari Benjamin Meyers (of Redux Orchestra and Einstⁿrzende
Neubauten) and Chris Spencer (Unsane, Cutthroats 9) met in a
bar in Prenzlauer Berg, Berlin. Initially it was intended as a
collaboration between a classically trained composer and
someone who had been working and touring in a noise/rock band
for years.
After the initiation of the band at said Berlin bar, it became
obvious that it was more than just a nice idea. The
possibility of recording in the ex-Einsturzende Neubauten
studio came up, and it seemed that it could indeed become
reality. As months went by, the whole thing began to take
shape with the addition of Philipp Korner and Xavi Thiem (both
of ex-flu.ID-fame) on bass and drums. Chris, Philipp and Xavi
met when flu.ID toured with Unsane in late 2007 and stayed in
touch, becoming good friends. Chris also met Niko Wenner
(Oxbow) during Summer 08, and the line-up was complete. In
August 2008 they spent two weeks in the studio writing and
recording, pretty much from the get-go. Forcing themselves
into a fruitful jam/recording situation they laid a full album
to tape in just two weeks. The songs are infused with this
spontaneity and one can feel the chemistry between the band
members which aided the creative process. Ideas use the
musician and his instrument as a medium, creating stunning
music literally by itself. Even though there is a lot of
thought and creativity put into this album, it reveals its
beauty through its compelling creative vibe. Halo is their
debut album released through Exile On Mainstream.
Enjoy
Celan - Halo
