Matmos returns with Metallic Life Review, a bold exploration of metallic sounds and textures that pushes their conceptual approach in exciting new directions. The experimental electronic duo has crafted this album using an extraordinary array of metal objects recorded across multiple countries, from Swiss public railings processed through vintage echo units to German cannons and Irish cemetery gates, creating a truly global sonic palette.
What sets this release apart is its dramatic compositional shift—while side one features Matmos' signature sample-based approach with contributions from pedal steel guitarist Susan Alcorn and custom aluminum rods by Jeff Carey, side two breaks new ground with a live-in-studio recording inspired by Throbbing Gristle's Heathen Earth. This indie exclusive pressing on translucent blue vinyl captures both the meticulous detail of their field recordings and the raw energy of their spontaneous studio performance, making it an essential addition for collectors of cutting-edge electronic music.
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- Format: Vinyl
- Label: Thrill Jockey Records
- Genre: Electronic
- Release Date: 06/20/2025
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TRACKS
A1. Norway Doorway
A2. The Rust Belt
A3. Changing States
A4. Steel Tongues
A5. The Chrome Reflects Our Image
Ba. Ampex
Bb. Alloys
Bc. Alligator Canisters
Bd. Bowl Universe
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