New 12" by Taciturne!
Or the digital version: https://taciturne.bandcamp.com/album/the-last-vigil-e-p
Review by Low Entropy:
Review by Low Entropy:
Taciturne – The Last Vigil (Aneurysm 02)
"This was the music I had in my Head in 1995-1997 but was not be able to produce at that time" says the producer himself about this record.
This is actually the first new musical output by Taciturne on vinyl since 24 years! And it definitely has been worth the wait.
What do we get here? This is some type of Hardcore and Speedcore with a very strong focus on atmosphere and emotion. It feels much more like a record for contemplation and introspection than a dance-y, Gabber type of record.
Which doesn't mean the tracks would not be ultra-heavy and brutal! For they are.
It can be compared to some earlier tracks by Taciturne - "Praxis Dr. Fischer" from the Otaku compilation comes in mind. But it is a much more advanced, improved version of it.
I think I can also hear plenty of influence from French Hardcore, especially Flashcore here. For the drums, in the 306-340 BPM range, are for the most part of the short and reduced variety, compared to the average full-on noize Speedcore tracks by other producers.
As hinted above, what is especially to praise is the mood of the record. Very somber, full of sorrow, with a certain nihilist feel, but not defeatist or "disturbing for the sake of being disturbing", more like a haunting and feverish dreams that leaves one feeling drained and hopeful at the same time.
If you're a Taciturne aficionado, getting this record is a no-brainer. If not, at least take a listen to it!
This is Taciturne at his maximum capabilities again.
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