Releases (Page 4 of 23)

Isolation EP – 5/7/24

Posted on 3rd May 2024 in Releases

Closely following the album “Other, Like Me”, we’ll be dropping a new 4-track release titled “Isolation EP”.

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Are we social beings? Isolation plays an important role in our music, as most of our pieces are built on our feelings and our attempts to communicate. Feeling disconnected, socially withdrawn, and physically distant can also have positive effects. We find it necessary to disconnect at times and build a world of our own, as the focus is on communication, reflection, and introspection.

This EP, like ‘Other, Like Me’, deals with understanding inner differences within our own culture – the common ground, if you will. Kinship is sometimes hard to find, and we all have different ways. Sometimes humanity is the devil, but sometimes the process is as it really is.

These four cuts aim to create that inner space, our invocation and prayer to share something that is often beyond words.

Other, Like Me – Arriving June 2024

Posted on 2nd May 2024 in Releases

Intense driving rhythms and eclectic electronics dominate our new album “Other, Like Me”, as we explore the reality of the creative and artistic process. It’ll be available on CD, digital download, streaming services, and limited edition, double 12″ vinyl, including a lovely deluxe version, exclusive to DustStore and our Bandcamp. Shipping on the 7th of June 2024.

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About The Album
Experience the sonic journey that is The Black Dog’s latest album, “Other, Like Me,” as they delve into the intricacies of the artist’s psyche, questioning the very essence of individuality and creative worth. The album invites listeners to confront darker thoughts about self-identity, imposter syndrome, and the relentless pursuit of creative value, all while celebrating the joy found in the act of artistic creation.

In this introspective exploration, The Black Dog challenge both themselves and their audience, creating a musical experience that is profoundly personal and open to interpretation. The themes woven throughout the album are a poignant counterpoint between the shadows of self-doubt and the exuberance of creative expression. It’s an inward exploration, offering a place of solace for listeners to find comfort amid the chaos of external influences.

The album’s title, “Other, Like Me”, draws inspiration from an interview with Cosey Fanni Tutti in 1999, resonating deeply with The Black Dog’s outsider perspective. The phrase encapsulates the essence of the album, reflecting the band’s unique identity and shared experiences, while respecting each member’s individual passions and interests.

Navigating the waters of cognitive dissonance, The Black Dog bring an authenticity to their music that mirrors the internal and external conflicts of the contemporary music scene. With a commitment to stripping back layers and allowing the heart of each song to shine through, “Other, Like Me” offers a raw and unfiltered musical experience that speaks directly to the soul. It’s an invitation to introspection, a celebration of independence, and a testament to the power of authentic artistic expression.

Silenced (Remastered) – Out Now

Posted on 14th April 2024 in Releases

The remastered version of Silenced is out now and ready for immediate download. If you’re after a tasty real-world object, then the CD and a lovely, exclusive double orange vinyl edition, are shipping now. The first 400 orders of the vinyl or CD from us will get the bonus art poster and sticker set. There are a few left at the time of writing, so get in quick.

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Silenced (Remastered) – Pre-Order Now

Posted on 1st March 2024 in Releases

Almost two decades on from its initial release, Silenced has been remastered and re-issued for digital download, streaming, CD and a lovely new limited edition, double 12″ vinyl package. Available to order now and shipping on the 12th of April 2024.

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In the enigmatic realm of electronic music, The Black Dog stands as a visionary act, responsible for crafting, among other things, the mesmerising album “Silenced”. Notably, this release marks a significant milestone in the band’s evolution, being the first album from the new line-up and their collaboration with the fledgling label Dust Science.

Defying industry norms, The Black Dog embodies a Do-It-Yourself (DIY) ethos. Their artistic journey remains steadfast, with a commitment to originality and creative freedom, unfettered by the limitations imposed by the commercial music industry.

The record label Dust Science takes pride in championing The Black Dog’s musical prowess, with its first release being the band’s 4-track EP “Bite Thee Back”. However, this EP was only a prototype for the revitalised collective, eventually leading to the composition of Silenced, which followed soon after.

This creative period denotes a fresh start for The Black Dog, a testament to their resilience and a commitment to evolving their sound. The resulting album represents a new beginning, celebrating and transcending the echoes of the past. It redefines the band’s sonic landscape and establishes a distinct musical narrative that resonates with dedicated followers and newcomers alike.

Nybrutalism – New 4-Track EP, Out 12/1/2024

Posted on 11th January 2024 in Releases

Coming on the 12th of January 2024, we’ve got a new 4-track EP of studio recordings to complete our recent brutal ambient projects, My Brutal Life and Music For Moore Street Substation.

“Crafted to work within the imposing walls of Moore Street Substation during our ten-day residency, these brutalist hymns mark the pinnacle of our creative exploits in 2023. This industrial cathedral inspired a musical odyssey, and within these final four cuts, the profound influence of one of our favourite buildings resonates, intricately woven into the fabric of each composition.

As we unveil these sonic offerings, we invite listeners to experience the depth of emotion, the resonance of architecture, and the transformative power of our musical exploration. Nybrutalism is a definitive conclusion to this fantastic writing period, encapsulating the essence of Moore Street Substation, and completing our artistic journey within those concrete confines.”

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Music For Moore Street Substation – Out Now

Posted on 30th November 2023 in Releases

Our latest ambient work and the soundtrack to the exhibition of My Brutal Life at Moore Street Substation, is out now on streaming platforms, digital download and a tasty limited edition CD.

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Our supporters over on Patreon can get the downloads of this release right now. If you’d like to join and get this, along with many more downloads, exclusive offers and the latest news, head over to Patreon and sign-up now, for the price of a chippy dinner.
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Radio Scarecrow (2023 Remaster) – Out Now

Posted on 19th November 2023 in Releases

Our 2008 album Radio Scarecrow has been remastered and recut to a lovely pair of red 12″ vinyl and CD, both now available to order from DustStore.com and Bandcamp:
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My Brutal Life – Exhibition Video and Soundtrack

Posted on 12th November 2023 in Releases, Video

With the upcoming release of the Music for Moore Street Substation soundtrack, we’ve also decided to release the full video as produced by Amoeba Design. This AV production was originally presented at the exhibition of My Brutal Life at the Moore Street Substation in Sheffield during October 2023.

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About the Video
A combined study in Concrete, Brutalism, Photography, Typography and Sheffield’s rich Electronic Music History.

Inspired by photos of Sheffield and the psychogeographical nature of the surrounding environment and moments in time captured by Martin Dust, inspired by their music and photography amoeba combined creative bespoke parametric typography, ai and machine learning with real-time motion graphics to create a unique glimpse into one familiar yet strange Brutal reality we all see a version of everyday

Reflecting the brutalist history of Sheffield, set to the music of The BlackDog. The film was initially made for the My Brutal Life Installation at Moore Street Power station, now utilised here with the captured impulse response reverb of the power station’s interior and evolving in live AV sets with the electronic act.

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Music For Moore Street Substation – 1/12/23

Posted on 3rd November 2023 in Releases

Coming in December 2023, we’ll be releasing the original soundtrack for the My Brutal Life exhibition held at Moore Street Substation. The final work featured remixes and new compositions, all created for the immense location of the event.

This new ambient album will be available to download, on all digital streaming platforms, and on CD, including a very special deluxe package.

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Further Details
“When we discovered that we could use the top floor of the Moore Street Substation for the exhibition of My Brutal Life, we couldn’t believe our luck. For us, this brutalist icon is a perfect fit for My Brutal Life, so we decided immediately to lean into the unique nature of the building.

It’s one of our favourite brutalist buildings in Sheffield and provides a massive space for the event. It’s rarely open to the public and often shrouded in mystery. Many people, even locals, don’t know what the building is.

The space did, however, have problems. The soundcheck for the audio revealed a particular issue – the immense space has a massive natural reverberation of over 9.7 seconds. The original album and soundtrack for My Brutal Life wouldn’t work in this environment, with the bass and drums creating an overwhelming sense of claustrophobia. We returned to the studio to remix the existing tracks and create new pieces to fit this space. We wanted people to feel comfortable and spend time with the art.

As a result, we had a very different soundtrack to the original, so we’ve decided to release the full audio as it was heard in the Moore Street Substation.”