Emptyset's 2017 album "Material" furthers their sonic investigations into the textures and weight of industrial sound, balancing oppressive drone with moments of stark clarity. The release, their third on the Subtext label, showcases a refined, if still uncompromising, approach to electronic music.
- "Material" was recorded in a disused textile mill in Leeds, a location that influenced its dense, resonant atmosphere.
- The album's sonic palette draws from sources including discarded industrial machinery and architectural acoustics.
- The Subtext label has consistently championed Emptyset's uncompromising electronic sound since their debut.
Emptyset is the electronic music project of James Barnsley and Paul Purgas, known for their often harsh, industrial-influenced soundscapes. At the time of "Material," they were deep into their exploration of physical sound and its interaction with architectural space.
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