Implant Pentru Refuz - Culori

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Review by Seongsu Yoon

Culori by Implant Pentru Refuz: A Raw Punch to the Face of Romanian Rock If you’re looking for something that screams raw emotion, chaotic energy, and unfiltered rebellion, Culori by Implant Pentru Refuz is your ticket. Released in 1999 under Show Factory and self-released through Not On Label (IPR), this album doesn’t mess around. It hits hard with its blend of Alternative Rock and Hardcore, delivering a sound so gritty it feels like sandpaper on your ears—but in the best way possible. Let’s talk tracks. First up, "Aș Vrea Să Știu"—this one sticks with you like gum on a hot summer sidewalk. The bassline from Gabi “Pupilu” slaps harder than most things released today, while Bulbuc’s vocals punch straight through your chest. You can tell these guys weren’t trying to polish anything; they just let it rip. The lyrics? Dark, brooding, but somehow relatable as hell. It’s not poetry—it’s more like someone screaming their guts out because life got too heavy. And damn if that doesn’t resonate. Then there’s "Diavol Și Zeu," which flips between chaos and control like a bipolar switch. Istvan “Iști” on guitar absolutely shreds here, throwing riffs at you faster than you can process them. This track has moments where it slows down just enough to make you think, "Oh, okay, maybe I can breathe now," only to explode again into sonic madness. Adi “Țavă” on drums keeps everything tight, pounding away like he’s got something to prove. By the end of it, you feel like you’ve been through a war—and weirdly, you kinda liked it. The production isn’t perfect—hell, it’s far from it. But that’s what makes Culori stand out. Ioan Eleodor and Sebastian Ciocan handled recording, mixing, and mastering, and while some parts sound rough around the edges, it adds character. Like, yeah, we could’ve used clearer vocals in spots, but would it really hit the same if it was all polished and shiny? Nah. One thing worth mentioning is how cohesive the band sounds despite the obvious DIY vibe. From Ovidiu Takacs’ drumming to Gabriel Papay holding down the low end, everyone plays their part without overshadowing each other. Even the photography by Dan Florin Spataru fits the mood—gritty, dark, and unapologetic. So why does an album like Culori matter over two decades later? Because it reminds us that music doesn’t have to be flawless to leave a mark. Sometimes, imperfection cuts deeper than perfection ever could. Listening to this record feels like finding an old scar—you remember exactly how you got it, even if it hurts a little. And honestly? If you didn’t bang your head at least once during this album, you might wanna check your pulse. Final thought: Screw nostalgia. Culori isn’t about reminiscing—it’s about surviving.

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Filename: implant-pentru-refuz-culori.zip
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  • FLAC size: 672 mb

Tracks

TrackDurationPreview
Șmen
Diavol Si Zeu
Diavol Și Zeu
Suna!
Propaganda
Smen
Deseos
Tacere Si Resemnare
Sună
Aș Vrea Să Știu
Roller
As Vrea Sa Stiu
Incolor
Tăcere Şi Resemnare

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Catalog Numbers

SF 001

Labels

  • Show Factory
  • Not On Label (IPR Self-released)

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Formats

  • Cassette
  • Album
  • CDr
  • Reissue

Companies

RoleCompany
Recorded AtShow Factory
Phonographic Copyright (p)Show Factory
Copyright (c)Show Factory
Duplicated ByShow Factory
Distributed ByShow Factory
Mixed AtShow Factory

Credits

RoleCredit
BassGabi "Pupilu"
DesignDukai Francisc
DrumsAdi "Țavă"
Guitar"Iști"
Music ByImplant Pentru Refuz
Lyrics ByImplant Pentru Refuz
OtherEmil Biebel, Ioan Eleodor, Sebastian Ciocan
ProducerEmil Biebel
Recorded ByIoan Eleodor, Sebastian Ciocan
Mixed ByIoan Eleodor, Sebastian Ciocan
Mastered ByIoan Eleodor, Sebastian Ciocan
Voice"Bulbuc", "Vita"
Photography ByDan Florin Spataru
PerformerAdrian Iacob, Gabriel Papay, Istvan Sasz, Ovidiu Takacs, Octavian Horvath

Notes

  • Înregistrat în studioul Show Factory Timișoara, în perioada noiembrie-decembrie 1998.
  • Inregistrari si premixaje: Show Factory in perioada noiembrie-decembrie 1998.

About Implant Pentru Refuz

Romanian crossover band from Timișoara, founded in 1995

Name Vars

  • I.P.R.
  • IPR
  • Implant For Denial
  • Implant pt. Refuz

Members

  • Tavi Horvath
  • Gabriel Papay
  • Valentin Popescu
  • Răzvan Nicov
  • Ovidiu Takacs
  • Hera
  • Adrian Iacob
  • Cristi Miclea
  • Tudor Vinereanu
  • Ștefan Czifrak
  • Istvan Sasz

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know that the Romanian rock album *Culori* by Implant Pentru Refuz is a hidden gem from 1999? It blends alternative rock and hardcore with raw energy. The band self-released it under their label, but it also got support from Show Factory. Fun fact: the album features two versions of the same track, "Diavol Si Zeu" and "Tacere Si Resemnare," which might make you wonder what they were trying to say differently the second time around. Plus, with credits like bassist Gabi "Pupilu" and drummer Adi "Țavă," it’s clear this group had personality—and some seriously cool nicknames.