Clan of xymox also known as xymox blend an eclectic and vibrant mix of darkwave, synthpop, and gothic rock. The first two xymox releases and to a lesser degree the third twist of shadows were masterpieces. Notes from the underground by clan of xymox on amazon. In 1987, the group shortened its appellation to xymox once again, contributing another version of muscoviet mosquito, originally on subsequent pleasures, to the 4ad compilation lonely is an eyesore. Despite catchy melodies, it is a beautiful introspective and experimental album. Thank you santiago, sao paulo, buenos aires for everything, the great response and jesus complex for supporting us. Clan of xymox a day live in tel aviv, israel, january 2018 hd duration. Clan of xymox featured a trio of songwriters ronny moorings, anka. The best of clan of xymox by clan of xymox on amazon music. Clan of xymox medusa my destiny music fan video youtube. Then purchase this one and see where xymox was and where they are now. Clan of xymox is the debut studio album by dutch dark wave band clan of xymox, released 1 july 1985 by 4ad the album was produced by 4ad cofounder ivo wattsrussell and recorded at palladium studios in edinburgh.
Licensed to youtube by ingrooves on behalf of metropolis records. Clan of xymox were formed in nijmegen, netherlands in 1983 by ronny moorings vocals, guitar and anka wolbert bass, vocals. She bragolin beautiful new single for 2020 from the legendary clan of xymox featuring remixes from ash code, she past away, antipole, and bragolin. Clan of xymox vixen in disguise official video youtube. Clan of xymox, also known as simply xymox, are a dutch rock band formed in 1981. From the netherlands, xymox was established in nijmegen, the netherlands by frontman ronny moorings and then livein anke wolbert in 1983.
Medusa is the second studio album by dutch dark wave band clan of xymox. A year later, moorings and wolbert moved to amsterdam, releasing the lp subsequent pleasures as xymox. Part time punks is proud to present this minifest of remarkable darkwave sounds headlined by pioneering 4ad darkwave goths clan of xymox. Booklet interior lists track 10 as a day remix and track 11 as stranger remix, which is incorrect.
You can tell that this band was heavily influenced by the sisters of mercy, another good popular goth band from the 80s. Some of us have always been of the opinion that xymox are something special. Clan of xymox also known as xymox blend an eclectic and vibrant mix of darkwave. Notes from the underground is a worthy release by a mature and fine band.
Blog o joy division, muzyce postpunk, coldwave, manchester sound, muzyce lat 80tych, poezji, sztuce, egzystencjalizmie. Clan of xymox tickets, 2020 concert tour dates ticketmaster. The original lineup included ronny moerings, pieter nooten, frank weyzig, and anke wolbert. The clan s dark electrogothic approach to music quickly became the benchmark by which all other bands to follow were judged. The 7th time love sickness and disillusion this head that wont listen to me now theres crumb of a dark night burning in your mouth till i wake you. Mar 07, 2020 originally formed in holland in 1983 as xymox, clan of xymox became one of the pioneers of the dark and moody electronic music that later became known as darkwave. Mar 27, 2015 clan of xymox licensed to youtube by beggars on behalf of 4ad. Now two decades later, clan of xymox is poised to release their very first best of.
Thank you buenos aires for the great response and atmosphere. Email labels and agents mailorder europe mailorder usa latest promo live pictures old promo pics old live pictures. Clan of xymox tickets the chapel san francisco, ca. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from clan of xymox at the discogs marketplace. Fantastic record, sounded so ahead of its time in 1985, still love it, dark and somewhat gothic but i have played this for all types of people and they always like it. From the netherlands, xymox was established in 1983 in nijmegen by frontman ronny moorings and then livein anke wolbert. Clan of xymox featured a trio of songwriters ronny moorings, anka wolbert, and pieter nooten and gained success in the 1980s, releasing their first two albums on 4ad, before releasing their third and fourth albums on wing records and scoring a hit single in the united states. Originally formed in holland in 1983 as xymox, clan of xymox became one of the pioneers of the dark and moody electronic music that later became known as darkwave. Ronny moorings is the main man behind clan of xymox, a synthgoth band that was lucky enough to be on the 4ad label during its heyday.
Clan of xymox licensed to youtube by beggars on behalf of 4ad. Xymox s latest is a strong release with notable tracks such as liberty but it doesnt capture the brillance of the early releases. It has that old 80s goth feel that no one can ever forget. Clan of xymox matters of mind, body and soul music. Since their formation in their native holland their music has been constantly changing, always challenging and often quite breathtaking. Since then, the band has released a series of critically acclaimed albums.
Clan of xymox remain one of the best and most consistent bands left over from the eighties. For more than three decades, clan of xymox has been revered for its signature blend of melancholic rock. Now two decades later, clan of xymox is poised to release their very first best of, simply entitled the best of clan of xymox. After that he changed the name to just xymox, had a semihit with phoenix of my heart, and disappeared into the goth underworld. With the new album, matters of mind, body and soul, the band explores its signature, melancholic sound, as evidenced by standout tracks such as i close my eyes and ill let you go. Get clan of xymox setlists view them, share them, discuss them with other clan of xymox fans for free on setlist. Clan of xymox loneliness official video trisol music group. Xymox clan of xymox obsession twist of shadows, 1989 darkwavegoth rock. A day clan of xymox storia, testi e traduzioni stayrock.
Whether its the cure or joy division, clan of xymox have never been able to shake off the similarities to their influences. Clan of xymox have been in the unfortunate position of always being compared to other bands since their inception. Check out the best of clan of xymox by clan of xymox on amazon music. Shop official clan of xymox merch, vinyl records, shirts and more. The bellwether syndicate is a group of chicagobased operatives of the sonic avantgarde, intent on speaking truth to power with a sharp tongue. A year later, xymox lengthened their name to clan of xymox and recorded a selftitled album in 1985, followed by medusa the next year. Dark melodic sounds, synthesizers, lyrics about the undead, the occult and parallel universes. Clan of xymox also known as xymox blend an eclectic and vibrant mix of darkwave, electronic pop, gothic rock, and acoustic folk. You dont hear a thing ive said you dont know my loneliness i. Clan of xymox medusa my destiny music fan video im death 777 sounds. Gavin report proclaimed the album a faultless offering of this clan of musicians we call xymox. Xymox then became the opening act for dead can dance in england.
The album was perceived as slicker and more popminded than xymox s previous albums. Formed in amsterdam in 1984, clan of xymox became one of the mainstays of the 4ad label. Clan of xymox featured a trio of songwriters ronny moorings, anka wolbert, and pieter nooten 1 7 and gained success in the 1980s, releasing their first two albums on 4ad, before releasing their third and fourth albums on wing records and scoring a hit single in the united states. Clan of xymox is the debut studio album by dutch dark wave band clan of xymox, released 1 july 1985 by 4ad. The xymox era ended in 1997 when, in the midst of a revival in the gothic scene, ronny moorings made the decision to restart clan of xymox and return to his musical roots. Nevertheless, the group have produced an impressive body of. Clan of xymox was formed in 1983 in amsterdam holland playing gloomy, gothic, fastbeat analog eurodancesynthpop music.
While many acts with such a history would easily rest on its creative laurels, cox still creates with a vigor that makes each new album a grand addition to its enduring legacy. Their first ep, subsequent pleasures added pieter nooten afterwards on keyboards and left a mark on an emerging eurowave market. The album was produced by 4ad cofounder ivo wattsrussell and recorded at palladium studios in edinburgh. I cant escape this bitter taste and its all because of you when youre gone i feel alone and my patience is wearing thin when i dream in my bed my pillow is wrapped. Along with label mates such as cocteau twins and dead can dance the clan s dark electrogothic approach to music quickly became the benchmark by which all other bands to follow were judged. Digitally remastered reissue of the dutch alternative acts 1985 4ad debut with three bonus tracks not on the original vinyl lp. In its long and storied history, clan of xymox has developed a signature dark electrogothic sound that has made the act adored around the world. Especially if you hear the fist song a day, the introduction and the beat is just as dark and goth as ever. Founding member pieter nooten rerecorded the songs after the call and theme i on sleeps with the fishes, his 1987 collaborative album with michael brook, following a brief split from the band. No deep depression but an overall dreamy feeling of uncatchable melancholy where cold wave elements meet beautiful and fascinating soundscape designs and where moving shadows seem to let appear slight rays of light.
A band fired by electronic music but determined, always, to make something that is very much their own. Clan of xymox farewell 2003 flac mp3 download lossless. Since their formation in 1984, clan of xymox has become a household name with tracks such as this world, out of the rain, muscoviet mosquito, and jasmine and rose. They released one minialbum, subsequent pleasures, as xymox, then released two albums and a number of singles on 4ad as clan of xymox.
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