OMEN Recordings is off running to the industrial techno races againand this third release has already been gaining traction around the globe with high anticipation and support from many respected producers and DJs alike. The Puppetskin EP written and produced by German and French artists RENDERED with remixes by American producers BLACK ASTEROID and AXKAN is off to a great start.
RENDERED starts off strong with the title track“Puppetskin" (A1), with strong breakbeat kicks, thrashing snares and rich synth lines that are melodic and spacey. The dancefloor will surely love the Charles Manson samples. “Nightmoves” (A2) also heads the pack with shuffling kicks while rich, minor-tuned pads take you on a persistent journey. About half way through, you will be moved by a 4/4 pattern that sneaks in and will be a favorite for the dancers. BLACK ASTEROID’s remix of “Puppetskin” (B2) does not disappoint as signature Black Asteroid textures and rhythms come alive in this rendition. Although it has rounded, full soundscapes that sound perfect for a large venue, its pumping, hypnotizing bass lines and screeching sirens keep you pulled into the darkness. AXKAN stays in the pack with his earthshattering remix of “Puppetskin” (B1) by starting slow with a profound intro to then push the audio boundaries with his powerful kick and bassline, to gain more and more strength with vocal samples, distorted drums and FX. AXKAN uses every stem of the original in such a creative way to help win the race. This EP, soon to be available on vinyl and digital formats, exceeds the expectations of sound design and techno together. No matter what time of night it is, these tracks can be played in a versatile way. While still employing darker textures, a breath of light creeps its way in. Listening to this EP start to finish is definitely worthwhile. More

"The highly-anticipated EP, 'DESPITE EVERYTHING', written and produced by Italian techno artist, AYARCANA, with remixes by London based producer MANNI DEE, along with Berlin based producer, HUREN, is finally here. This is the second release for OMEN Recordings, once again archiving the dark sounds and malignant spirit of techno.

AYARCANA produces using hardware to seize his rough and brutal sound. He delivers sonic tones that can be hard percussive workouts, but at the same time providing sensual energy to his music. His title track, “Despite Everything” dives in with steady kicks, strong bass lines with static and distorted melody lines that will surely be a dancefloor favorite. The triplet patterns in the lead voices capture the listener right away to take them on an auditory journey of unforgiving and relentless sounds. The second track, “Direct Realism” starts with analog screams and cries while broken-beat drums fasten it all together. The chugging tempo combined with suffering aural voices makes you feel like you are in an unknown dark place.

MANNI DEE leads by example in creating mechanical and haunting synth work. His remix of “Despite Everything” interprets the dark audio language and delivers a different approach to add to this moody ride. Though the noises created are minor in tone and melancholic, there is a dark soul that breathes life into this track. Steady hi-hats combined with sorrowful melodies make this remix very unique.

HUREN spearheads the industrial techno movement with his remix of “Direct Realism” that starts with machines churning and simmering only to boil up to a tight 4X4, hammering track that is brutal and stomping. Distorted and thrashing winds will pummel you to the floor in an unforgiving way. This powerful mash-up is guaranteed to keep the energy high.



This EP is off to the industrial races entrenched with agitation and agony, but maintains its intensity throughout the album. All tracks on this EP muscle together in a tenacious way that will push speakers to their limits. This audio story seduces you in and tells you dark tales of exploration of the soul. Its alluring sounds put a spell on those who get caught in its spider web of noises that make this record demand attention.”
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