Magazine: Apocalypse (Can, 2/97)
Never have I been so excited hearing a new act as I was hearing elegant MACHINERY for the first time. It brought me back to the 80´s synth-pop and the glory days of Depeche Mode, but more of a refined sound. It did not matter who I played eM to. Whether it was industrial heads, techno lovers, or top 40 rockers. It seemed everybody loved eM.
Though not well known in North America, they have a large following in Sweden as well as throughout Europe. With better distribution in North America they could be chart breakers in many categories. With a music video in the hands of Much Music and MTV there could be no stopping the take over of North America. This is a must for synth-pop lovers or anyone who plainly loves great music.
Jim Smith
Published: 2007-03-05
