Min&Mal, Darpa - Obscure Anarchism

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Review by Sean Feeney

Obscure Anarchism by Min&Mal, Darpa – A Raw Techno Assault from Italy Alright, let’s cut the crap. Obscure Anarchism isn’t your typical polished techno album that tries too hard to be "cool." Nah, this thing smacks you in the face with its gritty, unapologetic vibe. Released in 2013 under Handmade Music—a label known for keeping it real—this Italian duo (Min&Mal and Darpa) delivers a record that feels like an underground rave trapped in a basement full of broken strobe lights. And yeah, it’s awesome. The title track, Obscure Anarchism, is where they hit hardest. It’s dark, relentless, and kinda messy—but intentionally so. The beat pounds like a jackhammer on overdrive while these eerie synths swirl around like smoke at a dodgy warehouse party. You can tell these guys didn’t care about making something “radio-friendly.” Instead, they just wanted to rip through your speakers and leave you disoriented. Honestly? That’s what makes it stick. After one listen, I couldn’t shake off how raw it felt—like techno stripped down to its bare bones, no frills attached. Then there’s another banger—I won’t name it because you should dig deeper yourself—but damn if it doesn’t sound like chaos wrapped in rhythm. This track throws layers of distorted kicks against glitchy hi-hats, creating this hypnotic yet aggressive groove. Every time I hear it, I imagine some dude losing his mind on the dancefloor, flailing limbs everywhere. It’s not perfect, but who cares when it hits THIS hard? Italy might not be the first place you think of when it comes to techno, but Min&Mal and Darpa prove that sometimes the best stuff comes outta nowhere. They don’t follow trends; they fuckin’ create their own path. Sure, the production has moments where it sounds rough around the edges, but that’s part of the charm. This ain’t for people looking for shiny EDM beats or whatever TikTok's playing these days. No, this is pure, dirty electronica meant for those late-night freaks who live for the bass. So here’s the kicker: listening to Obscure Anarchism made me realize something weird. Electronic music doesn’t always need to innovate or reinvent itself to stand out. Sometimes, all it needs is guts—and holy hell, does this album have guts. If you’re into techno that bites back, grab this record before someone else tells you it’s cool. Trust me, you’ll thank me later… or hate me for ruining your sleep schedule. Either way, mission accomplished.

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Artist: Min&Mal, Darpa
Album: Obscure Anarchism
Rating: 2.0

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Obscure Anarchism6:45

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Catalog Numbers

HMM006

Labels

Handmade Music

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About Min&Mal, Darpa

Italian DJ and producer duo based in San Salvo, formed by brothers Alessio Caterino (born in 1991) and Mario Caterino (born in 1989). They are the founders of .

Name Vars

  • Min&Mal
  • Min, Mal

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The 2013 techno album *Obscure Anarchism* by Min&Mal and Darpa is a hidden gem in the electronic music scene. Released under Italy's Handmade Music label, it blends raw, experimental sounds with hypnotic beats. The title track, "Obscure Anarchism," perfectly captures the edgy, rebellious spirit of the album. It’s like a sonic rebellion you can dance to!