Anthems of Nonexistence, by Yudol

Anthems of Nonexistence

by Yudol

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Caesar This work, released under the dark aegis of Reverse Alignment, manifests itself as an experimental epic of paleo-industrial drones, woven with ritualistic wisdom and devoted to meditation. The prolonged and hypnotic tracks exude an aura of esoteric mysticism, evoking reminiscences of the primordial Current 93, particularly the legendary Lashtal EP, and the sinister and revelatory works of Coil, such as How To Destroy Angels.
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1.	Yudol & Mykoriza - nȅbo 18:28	buy track
2.	Yudol & Hladna - mòrzъ 15:02	buy track
3.	Yudol & Dendruo - sěmę 13:06	buy track
4.	Yudol & Uhushuhu - ȗxo 17:00	buy track
5.	Yudol - mьglà 08:24	buy track
6.	Yudol - dьrvo 12:38	buy track
7.	Yudol - pǫ̃tь 22:07	buy track

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“Anthems of Nonexistence” serves as a living documentary record of various personal and collective aspirations, all converging within the encompassing emptiness, as we await the cessation of nonexistence. Each composition delves into different facets of hypnotic states, attainable through the physical impact of material sound vibrations and the ethereal realms of listening. “Anthems of Nonexistence” creates a liminal space where one can explore myriad paths that lead us away from typical human emotional states. Artists explore diverse acts that syncretically mix various sound types, philosophical concepts, and ritual practices. This fusion ranges from Tibetan throat singing of the Bon-Po tradition and Siberian shamanic rituals to the aesthetics of paleo-industrial and ethno-futurism. The music comprises a complex tapestry of textures and sonic vortexes that surge with intensity, gradually disperse, and then introduce new currents through subtle shifts in tonal moods and meditative rhythms. All the music on this album was born from spontaneous, live improvisational performances, devoid of prior preparation or rehearsals. The material was recorded live between 2021 and 2023 and later curated into this cohesive album. Performances took place in Moscow, St. Petersburg, and the surrounding areas, at festivals such as Outline, Systo Togathering, Shift, Witches, among others. Notably, the collaboration with Hladna was recorded in a vast cistern within an operational factory in Pushkino, while the collaboration with Mykoriza unfolded in the "High Castle" studio.

FEATURING

Georgy Orlov-Davydovsky: a researcher and practitioner of sound, a performance artist, and the organizer behind experimental music festivals and events through Paleolight promo. He's been part of musical projects such as Phurpa, Hladna, Dreved, Purba Tubes, and Dead Pulse. Georgy Orlov-Davydovsky was also a former member of projects like Noises of Russia and Kaula Spanda. He's the driving force behind the improvisational orchestra, Moscow Noise Manufactory.

Alexandra Isaeva: a musician and engineer involved in the tremorkikimor noise-femme collective, ophannim, and Jum-Jum projects. She regularly participates in Moscow Noise Manufactory and the Petrograd Drone Gathering. Alexandra is also a recurring member of the Yudol project.

Dmitry Bubinsky: a musician known for his guitar drone-ambient and harsh noise creations. His project "Old Moss" crafts immense wall textures and minimal drones. Dmitry is part of the Yudol project and Moscow Noise Manufactory.

Julia Dendruo: a musician, practicing shaman, and leader of bodily and sound vibration practices. She's a master of ethnic vocals, didgeridoo, and jaw harp.

Evgeny Savenko (Mykoriza): a master of humming and noise, deeply immersed in forest sounds and slumbers. He's an artist from St. Petersburg with a career dating back to the early 1990s, known for founding legendary projects like Lunar Abyss Deus Organum, Mykoriza, Hattifnatter, and more. He's also involved in the drone-noise orchestra Petrograd Drone Gathering and runs the label BioSonar^Labirint.

Nikolai Kalmykov (Hladna): the Hladna project was born in the late 90s and has since released numerous albums spanning various directions, while maintaining its original style rooted in ethno-industrial shamanism. Hladna's performances are often characterized more as ritual activities than artistic presentations.

Pavel Dombrovsky and Lilia Akivenson (Uhushuhu): a drone-ambient project originally from Saint-Petersburg (now based in Dilijan, Armenia). Their music features intricate layers, beginning with intense synth hums and drone loops, incorporating guitar modulations, and eventually blending into natural and industrial soundscapes. Uhushuhu is associated with Petrograd Drone Gathering and the Utrovortu community.

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released October 19, 2023

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