Philipp Munch - Tales From The Lower Cave (2025)

german sound alchemist philipp münch (synapscape, the rorschach garden, mandelbrot) and babsi teichner (the rorschach garden, mandelbrot) present ‘tales from the lower cave,’ a profound return to the foundational principles of their artistic genesis this work exemplifies a deliberate embrace of minimalist instrumentation coupled with the experimental ethos that characterized the nascent stages of electronic music. TALES FROM THE LOWER CAVE is a unique krankpop post-industrial album.

the compositions are characterized by coarse, distorted textures and robust rhythms, blending somber experimental pieces with abrasive noise and intricate sequencer arrangements. the use of raw analog synthesizer sounds preserves a distinctive electro aesthetic, bridging their experimental roots with elements of angstpop and enhanced by his cold and distinctive vocal delivery. the result is a sonic tapestry that surpasses the sum of its parts, offering listeners a compelling journey through the lower echelons of electronic soundscapes.