AIBOFORCEN, the pioneering Belgian dark electro act led by Benoit Blanchart, returns with a brand-new 9-track EP, “Break The Black Ice”. Expanding on the sonic world of their latest album “Between Noise & Silence”, this release brings a fresh dimension to the band’s signature fusion of brooding atmospheres, powerful synth-driven beats, and stellar vocal collaborations. At the core of the EP is AIBOFORCEN’s celebrated cover of DEATH IN JUNE’s “Break The Black Ice”, which receives a new single edit, amplifying its haunting intensity and Patrice Synthea’s sublime vocal interpretation of the song. The EP also highlights an exclusive single edit of “Executions”, a VNV NATION-esque club anthem featuring this time additional vocals by Noemi Aurora (HELALYN FLOWERS), elevating the track to new heights of emotional and melodic power. Further expanding the EP’s depth, “Dead End” returns in a mesmerizing EP mix, featuring the enchanting vocals of Mari Kattman (HELIX), alongside an alternate Re-Alfa-ized remix by Italian labelmates IMJUDAS (including poignant additional male vocals), injecting a fresh pulse and duality into the track. The EP also introduces “Descent”, a brand-new darkwave-infused composition featuring the ethereal voice of Tina Forlorn (SORROW STORIES), and reimagines THE CURE’s “Apart” with a moody, deeply emotional alternative take featuring again the unique voice of Patrice Synthea (REGENERATOR). Closing the release, “Desperate Waltz (River of Dreams Part 2)” takes listeners on a melancholic journey, continuing the evocative narrative established in “Between Noise & Silence” through Benoit’s magic collaboration with Jan Dieckmann of NORDERNEY (who also sings here on “Executions”). These exclusive reworks and previously unheard gems showcase AIBOFORCEN’s ability to seamlessly balance raw intensity with melodic sensitivity. With “Break The Black Ice”, AIBOFORCEN once again proves their mastery in crafting dark electro soundscapes, reinforcing their legacy while pushing boundaries. This EP is a must-have for fans of introspective electronic music, blending club energy with atmospheric depth and haunting lyrical themes. Prepare to dive deep into the shadows – “Breaking The Black Ice” is the next electrifying chapter in AIBOFORCEN’s dark electronic saga.
Tracklist:
1. Break The Black Ice (single edit) (Death In June cover) (5:39) 2. Executions feat. Noemi Aurora (single edit) (6:57) 3. Dead End feat. Mari Kattman (ep mix) (4:38) 4. Descent feat. Sorrow Stories (5:12) 5. Apart (remix) (The Cure cover) (5:28) 6. Dead End feat. Mari Kattman (re-alfa-ized version by Imjudas) (3:52) 7. Desperate Waltz (river of dreams part 2) (5:20) 8. Break The Black Ice (Death In June cover) (4:43) 9. Executions (5:40)
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