MP3: Marybell Katastrophy - Hidden agenda
Listening to new music from Montys Loco and Marybell Katastrophy has me thinking that there's some sort of covert industrial revolution going on. It's not explicit, but all of these ladies put out the same dark, metallic vibe that I associate with that genre. Few (if any) guitars, lots of clanging percussion, etc. Montys Loco goes at in a more bare-bones sorta way ala Babyland (oh, if ever the two should meet!) while Marybell Katastrophy is far more electronically composed, but the similarities are definitely there. I'd even venture to say that her sound design is on par with Skinny Puppy, it's that rich and complex. Even better, they eschew the many bad aspects of the genre. I attribute that somewhat to their femininity (something that's sorely lacking in industrial), but I also simply think that they are smart enough to see through the bullshit. Simple as that.
Anyhow, Marybell Katastrophy's new EP "You are the two" is out today and I have the single "Hidden agenda" for you. It's a beautifully twisted piece of pop, just as with her previous material, but I also think it shows significant progression. She's expanding her sonic palette, but never at the expense of her songwriting. Actually, considering the EP as a whole, she's far more consistently good. Definitely add this one to my best-of list.
Marybell Katastrophy - Hidden agenda