The Encyclopedia of Civilizations Vol. 5: Babylon, by Driftmachine / Komodo Kolektif

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1.	Driftmachine - Uruk 06:24	buy track
2.	Driftmachine - Akkad 07:39	buy track
3.	Driftmachine - Ashur 06:07	buy track
4.	Komodo Kolektif - Kassaptu 03:34	buy track
5.	Komodo Kolektif - Mandragora 17:02	buy track

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ABST 033 | DRIFTMACHINE / KOMODO KOLEKTIF "The Encyclopedia of Civilizations Vol 5: Babylon" LP

Fifth volume of "The Encyclopedia of Civilizations", Abstrakce's collection of split LPs where selected artists offer their own insight into fascinating ancient cultures. This time the focus is on the enigmatic Babylon, visited by two of the label's favourite electronic bands currently active.

Berlin-based duo Driftmachine take us on a journey between the ancient cities of Akkad, Uruk and Ashur. Astonishing electronics with a superb and precise sound, floating somewhere between modular ambient, leftfield, abstract dub... Every detail has been carefully crafted in this complex architecture. Unconventional tribal rhythms recall obscure rituals, meanwhile warm, dynamic pulses contract and expand, interacting on their journey along the sandy roads of the Mesopotamian basin and leading you into a deep trance.

Glasgow-based project Komodo Kolektif delves into the Babylonian vision of magic through the figures of the Kassaptu (witches and wizards) and the use of Mandragora. A blend of both tribal primitivism and a futuristic vision is provided by their vast arsenal of vintage synths and effects units, eastern metallophones and traditional hand percussion. Deep, psychedelic electronics that capture the spirit of ancient Babylonian sacred ceremonies and their vision of the cosmos.
This deluxe edition includes an extensive booklet with notes and images about Babylon, to help you to immerse yourself in this fascinating civilization while you listen to the music. The sleeve is printed in the old way: letterpressed with metal movable type, as Gutenberg used to do it, on high-quality recycled papers.

Mastered by Colin Potter. 500 copies limited edition, no repress.

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