Description
Clock DVA – Buried Dreams – Cassette
Buried Dreams by Clock DVA is a seminal album in the industrial music scene, released in 1989. Clock DVA, a band known for their deep philosophical and scientific themes coupled with pioneering electronic music, delivered one of their most critically acclaimed works with this album. ‘Buried Dreams’ is often cited for its cold, clinical approach to sound, blending dark ambient textures with industrial and electronic beats.
The album features complex layers of synthesis and sampling, creating a dystopian soundscape that reflects the band’s interest in cybernetics, surveillance, and the post-modern condition. Tracks like ‘The Hacker’ and ‘Sound Mirror’ are prime examples of how Clock DVA merged thematic content with music, using the metaphor of technology and control to explore deeper existential queries.
‘Buried Dreams’ stands out for its precision and almost mathematical structure, which is a hallmark of Clock DVA’s style, particularly during this phase of their career. The sound is at once futuristic and introspective, featuring tight, sequenced electronics with sparse, haunting vocal arrangements. This album is noted for pushing the boundaries of what could be achieved within the industrial genre, both in terms of concept and sound design.
The impact of Buried Dreams on the genre cannot be overstated; it influenced a range of artists and bands that followed, cementing Clock DVA’s legacy as pioneers in electronic and industrial music. The album remains a critical piece for those exploring the intersections of music, technology, and human emotion.
Wax Trax Records 7094
Track Listing
Buried Dreams
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Sound Mirror
Velvet Dreams
The Unseen
The Reign
The Act
The Hacker
