Materia Prima

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Total Tracks: 6   Total Length: 40:41

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phoenSND

I thought I was going to like Proven in Action between the 2 Test Dept live releases but I was proven wrong. This one is allot more in your face. Much heavier emphasized banging tribal industrial madness but not annoying (Firedance). My least favorite was the bit oversample use More of Everything. Although an interesting track the voice samples are relentless. The rest of the release is really good. If you like them live dont miss this one either!

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Materia Prima is a recording compiled from soundtracks used in various European performances of 1986, 1988, and 1989. Specifically, this music consists of live performances from the Materia Prima tour across Europe (1988-1989) and The Unacceptable Face of Freedom, performed in London in 1986. This is among the most sparse and sublime of any Test Dept. material available, yet it retains its power to convince and enthrall. The uncluttered soundscapes are superb. This Invisible release is the domestic U.S. reissue of the live performances. The unique, eerie sounds on these recordings are due to minimalist tribal instrumentation and the group’s signature hand-built percussion. Pipe, didgeridoo, and ethnic drums appear throughout. Lacking the frenzy of other works, this album relies on subtle and understated percussion. – Tom Schulte

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