Cardinal Noire – Vitriol

Label: Artoffact (2024) Out 06-12-2024
Cardinal Noire’s upcoming album, set for a December release via Artoffact Records, promises to be one of the most intense offerings yet from the Finnish industrial band. This record is expected to take the band’s signature blend of aggressive beats, distorted synths, and dark atmospheres to a new level, with themes that delve deep into alienation, violence, and control.


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Cardinal Noire’s upcoming album, set for a December release via Artoffact Records, promises to be one of the most intense offerings yet from the Finnish industrial band. This record is expected to take the band’s signature blend of aggressive beats, distorted synths, and dark atmospheres to a new level, with themes that delve deep into alienation, violence, and control. Fans have already had a taste of the sonic ferocity to come, as the single “Killshelter” has been released, hinting at a chaotic yet tightly produced sound that will be a hallmark of the full album. The record will also feature several other singles, including “Hecatomb,” “Gun Metal,” and “Diatribe,” each showcasing the band’s ability to blend harsh, mechanical rhythms with deeply immersive, dystopian moods.
Musically, the album draws from a wide range of industrial and electronic influences. Cardinal Noire’s sound pays homage to pioneering acts like Skinny Puppy, Front Line Assembly, and Nitzer Ebb, but with a fresh, modern edge that incorporates elements of EBM, dark techno, and even glitch. The band expertly combines the mechanical intensity of early industrial music with the innovation of contemporary electronic production. Tracks like “Gun Metal” are expected to deliver pounding beats and fierce, distorted vocals, while “Hecatomb” may delve into more atmospheric, brooding territory, reflecting the band’s ability to navigate both aggression and melancholy with equal skill.
Lyrically, the album continues Cardinal Noire’s exploration of dark, often nihilistic themes. The forthcoming singles suggest a blend of high-energy, club-ready tracks with deeper, thought-provoking content, a combination that will resonate with fans of the genre. Released through Artoffact Records, this album is set to further establish Cardinal Noire as one of the most compelling voices in modern industrial music.

Tracks:
1. Killshelter 04:13
2. Gun Metal 04:36
3. Diatribe 05:30
4. Precious Hearts
5. Vitriol
6. Chariot
7. The Swans
8. Hecatomb 04:24

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CD Digipack