LATHE OF HEAVEN (US)
Formed in 2021, Brooklyn based Lathe of Heaven delivers a powerful take on post-punk and new-wave, pushing the boundaries of both genres into an untouched realm of sonic abstraction. With melodic riffs, urgent rhythms and science-fiction themed lyrics, LoH carefully position themselves in the no-mans-land that ex- ists between beauty and dissonance, offering a unique sound as reminiscent of Finnish post-punkers Musta Paraati as they are to pop-pioneers A Flock of Seagulls. Though Lathe of Heaven features members of many noteworthy Brooklyn based projects including People’s Temple, Porvenir Oscuro, Pawns, Android, Hustler, and more, this roster of past and alternate musical endeavors exposes a diverse range of genre and skill sets which can only be understood as a departure from such influences, exploring a sound entirely of its own.
Lathe of Heaven released their debut full-length album Bound By Naked Skies in 2023. With careful consideration, this eleven track blends elements of British new-wave and Finnish post-punk into a nuanced juxtaposition of 80s sonic mania. This record pays pow- erful homage to the uncanny worlds of authors Arthur C. Clarke, Octavia Butler, Ken Liu, and of course Ursula K. Le Guin (whose novel the band is named after). They return with their second full- length album Aurora, a bold expansion of their sonic and thematic palette that unfolds like a series of vivid, emotional vignettes.
Rather than following a singular tone or mood, Aurora un- folds like a collection of short stories, each track offering a different lens into the band’s evolving sound and deeply reflective lyricism. Aurora is an iteration of Lathe of Heaven’s sound previously unex- plored, one that offers a delicate balance of their punk roots with captivating new-wave and 80s post-punk aesthetics. Lyrically, Auro- ra doesn’t shy away from heavy themes. Envisioned as a collection of sci-fi short stories, it is deeply influenced and lyrically driven by themes of anti-colonialism, diversity, and equality. Set to be re- leased August 29th, 2025, Aurora stakes its claim; “tremble without fear into dreamless oblivion.” You are invited.
https://latheofheaven.bandcamp.com
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FUTURE FACES (CH)
Hailing from Geneva, Future Faces emerged from the local DIY underground, fusing the post-punk energy of the 80s with the captivating coldness of modern cold wave. Their music deftly oscillates between ethereal sonic abysses and relentless industrial rhythms, capturing the essence of an era while reinventing it for a contemporary audience.
Since their debut in 2017, they have forged their own path with three personal albums and live performances of rare intensity. This multi-instrumentalist collective stands out for its bold, committed approach, challenging the rigid norms inherited from a productivist past. Their music embodies a hedonistic reaction to the austerity of the times, inviting us to dance and celebrate amidst the ruins of our times. Each note sounds like a cry of rebellion against monotony, each silence like a profound meditation on our shared history.
https://futurefacesnation.bandcamp.com/
VENT!L (AT)
Emerging from Vienna’s vibrant underground in early 2023, VENT!L navigates the emotional landscape between shattered dreams and fleeting utopias. Their sound fuses the raw urgency of post-punk with the hazy allure of dream pop—crafting music that is both confrontational and tender, sharp-edged yet melodic.
Driven by propulsive rhythms, washed-out guitars, and atmospheric synths, VENT!L creates a sonic space that pulses with intensity and introspection. Their lyrics dive deep into socio-political terrain, echoing themes of resistance, rage, and solidarity—always grounded in a sense of shared experience and radical empathy.
https://vent1l.bandcamp.com/
Friday 07/11//25
Doors 20:00
Pre-sale 16€
Box Office 18€
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