The Fear Ratio - Refuge Of A Twisted Soul

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Review by Jim Stitzel

Refuge Of A Twisted Soul: A Sonic Dive into the Weird and Wonderful Alright, so I’ve been spinning Refuge Of A Twisted Soul by The Fear Ratio lately, and man, this thing is a trip. Released back in 2015 on Skam Records—a label that knows its way around experimental electronic vibes—this album feels like someone took all your favorite genres (Broken Beat, Techno, IDM, Dubstep… you name it) and threw ‘em in a blender set to “chaos.” It’s wild, unsettling, but also kinda beautiful if you let yourself get lost in it. First off, big ups to James Ruskin and Mark Broom for writing and producing this beast of an album. These two legends have been doing their thing for years, and they absolutely crush it here. Oh, and props to Matt for mastering—it sounds crisp as hell without losing any of the grit. And can we talk about Hanal’s artwork? Super trippy visuals that match the music perfectly. Like, yeah, twisted soul vibes all the way. Now, onto some standout tracks because honestly, there are too many bangers to cover ‘em all. One track that really stuck with me was “Onefiveoooh” (yeah, weird title, I know). This one just slaps from start to finish. It’s got this glitchy rhythm that keeps you guessing, layered with these haunting little synth stabs that feel like whispers in your ear. Every time it loops back around, something new pops out, which makes it super replayable. Honestly, I think I listened to it five times in a row before moving on. No joke. Another tune that hit hard was “Blackboard Jungle.” Man, this one’s dark. Starts off slow, almost hypnotic, then BAM—it drops into this heavy, distorted bassline that hits you right in the chest. It’s not even trying to be subtle, and I love that. There’s something about the way it builds tension, like you’re waiting for something bad to happen—but instead, it just leaves you hanging. Feels like being trapped in a nightmare where nothing actually goes wrong, but you wake up freaked out anyway. You feel me? The rest of the album’s packed with gems too. Tracks like “Sect” and “Ferm” keep things unpredictable, while cuts like “7 Cycles” go full-on braindance mode. It’s clear these guys weren’t messing around when they made this record. They knew exactly how to mess with your head—and trust me, they succeed. So yeah, Refuge Of A Twisted Soul isn’t gonna be everyone’s cup of tea. If you’re looking for straightforward beats or chill background music, nah, this ain’t it. But if you dig stuff that pushes boundaries and makes you question reality for a sec, then boom, this is your jam. Honestly, listening to this album felt like stepping into another dimension where rules don’t apply—and honestly, who doesn’t need more of that in their life? Random thought though: What’s with the double listing of “Onefiveoooh” and “GBA”? Did they forget they already named those tracks once? Or maybe it’s intentional, like some kind of meta-commentary on repetition in music? Either way, it works. Props for keeping us guessing till the end.

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Artist: The Fear Ratio
Album: Refuge Of A Twisted Soul
Rating: 4.75

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  • FLAC size: 659.4 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Sect4:21
ONEFIVEOOOH6:11
Blackboard Jungle4:55
Onefiveoooh 6:11
GBA3:55
Cam3:51
T154:57
Onefiveoooh6:11
Era5:14
7 Cycles5:3
Ferm3:54
Gba3:54
Hopper3:1
Blood Soldiers4:22

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Catalog Numbers

  • SKALD031
  • SKALP031

Labels

Skam

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Formats

  • 11 × File
  • MP3
  • Album
  • 320 kbps
  • CD
  • 2 × Vinyl
  • 12"
  • 33 ⅓ RPM

Companies

RoleCompany
Manufactured ByOptimal Media GmbH
Published ByEpm Music
Phonographic Copyright (p)Skam Records
Copyright (c)Skam Records
Pressed ByOptimal Media GmbH
Mastered AtAlchemy Mastering

Credits

RoleCredit
ArtworkHanal
Written-ByJames Ruskin, Mark Broom
ProducerJames Ruskin, Mark Broom
Mastered ByMatt

Notes

  • Released in digipack.
  • Sleeve has a clear braille sticker attached to the front reading 'the fear ratio'.
  • Tracks run sequentially across all sides.
  • Pressed on 180 gram vinyl.

Barcodes

  • Matrix / Runout: manufactured by optimal media GmbH AF93786-01
  • Mastering SID Code: ifpi L573
  • Mould SID Code: IFPI 9714
  • Barcode (Text): 6 66017 29082 9
  • Barcode: 6 66017 29081 2
  • Barcode (Scanned): 666017290812
  • Matrix / Runout (Side A): BF89416-01 A1 SKALP031 A¹ =MATT @ ALCHEMY=
  • Matrix / Runout (Side B): BF89416-01 B1 SKALP031 B¹
  • Matrix / Runout (Side C): BF89423-01 A1 SKALP 031 C¹ =MATT @ ALCHEMY=
  • Matrix / Runout (Side D): BF89423-01 B1 SKALP 031 D¹

About The Fear Ratio

Name Vars

  • Fear Ratio

Aliases

  • Deadhand

Members

  • Mark Broom
  • James Ruskin

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Refuge Of A Twisted Soul* by The Fear Ratio is like a treasure chest of electronic experimentation. It blends genres like Broken Beat, Techno, IDM, Dubstep, and Experimental into one wild ride. Released in 2015 on the iconic UK label Skam, it’s the brainchild of James Ruskin and Mark Broom—two legends in the electronic scene. Fun detail: the track "Onefiveoooh" appears twice, almost like a glitch or a deliberate nod to the experimental vibe. The artwork was done by Hanal, adding another layer of creativity to this sonic journey. If you’re into music that keeps you guessing, this one’s for you.