CARTHAGE

Birmingham, UK-based Damian B is CARTHAGE. Perhaps best-known for his experimental metal project khost alongside Andy Swan (TACTICAL PAGAN), over the years, he has been a part of Gauge, Deathless, 16-17, and Cortex and has contributed to many experimental releases, including electronic duo Techno Animal’s Re-Entry (consisting of Justin K Broadrick and Kevin Martin) on Virgin Records.

His latest full-length offering is a bursting tapestry of songs written and recorded during late night sessions, into the very early hours. Filtering inspiration from road films, journals, snatches of conversation misheard, and places partly forgotten through a sleep-deprived, medicated mist: part of the recording was interrupted by an accident and a hospital stay, which altered the entire writing process.

Subdued and intricately-layered vocals collide with shoegaze style guitar, metal shards, gorgeous piano lines, and abstract electronics. Downtempo driving and distant rhythms are interrupted by jarring transitions, like browsing stations on a radio dial. The result is a dreamlike expedition in which fans of shoegaze, post-hardcore, synth, noise rock, and post-punk will find comfort in.

Mastered by Justin K Broadrick, Duskdawn is available now on limited edition maxi-style CD and digital platforms worldwide.