Surgeon - Communications

Review by alex rubeska

Communications by Surgeon: A Techno Odyssey That’ll Mess With Your Head (In a Good Way) Alright, buckle up. We’re diving into Communications, the 2015 techno beast from UK-based producer Surgeon (real name: Anthony Child—yes, he’s literally “A Child” in the credits). Released under Downwards and SRX, this album is like that one friend who shows up uninvited but ends up being the life of the party. It’s raw, relentless, and weirdly unforgettable. First off, let’s talk about "Reptile Mess." This track slithers into your brain and refuses to leave. Imagine if reptiles had a secret underground rave scene—this would be their anthem. The bassline groans like it’s got a bad back, while the beats snap with surgical precision. You can practically hear the cold-blooded chaos unfolding. I remember this one because it feels like Surgeon took all his frustrations about British weather and channeled them into nine minutes of pure industrial fury. Then there’s "Cable," which hits you like an unexpected electric shock. The track starts innocently enough, but before you know it, you’re tangled up in layers of buzzing synths and twitchy percussion. It’s as if someone plugged a live wire straight into your headphones. What makes "Cable" stick out for me? Well, halfway through, there’s this moment where everything drops out except for this eerie high-pitched tone—it’s like the music version of when your Wi-Fi goes down mid-download. Frustrating yet oddly satisfying. The rest of the album keeps the vibe going strong. Tracks like "Optic" and "Particle" feel like they were designed specifically to confuse both your ears and your existential thoughts. Meanwhile, "Wire" wraps things up with a mechanical hum that fades into silence, leaving you wondering what just happened. Did I mention there are two tracks called "Syllable"? Yeah, even Surgeon couldn’t resist doubling down on that wordplay. Mastering duties went to Christoph, who clearly knows how to make techno sound crisp without losing its gritty edge. And props to CGB for cutting those lacquers—they must’ve had some serious steady hands to handle these sonic rollercoasters. So, here’s the thing: Communications isn’t for everyone. If you’re looking for something chill to play at your next garden party, maybe skip this one. But if you want an album that feels like a late-night journey through neon-lit tunnels and abandoned warehouses, Surgeon’s got your back. Final thought? Listening to this album made me realize something profound: techno might not solve your problems, but it sure does make them feel cooler. Like, yeah, my rent’s overdue, but at least I’ve got "Reptile Mess" blasting in the background.

Artist: Surgeon
Album: Communications

Electronic

Techno

1996

Rating: 4.13

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Filename: surgeon-communications.zip

MP3 size: 42.3 mb
FLAC size: 423 mb

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Syllable	8:55
Wire	5:31
Reptile Mess	6:50
Wave	8:52
Cable	5:06
Atol	4:36
Optic	6:49
Particle	5:21
Syllable

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Catalog Numbers

DNLP01
SRX 003
DNLP1
DNCD01

Labels

Downwards
SRX

Listen online

online anhören
ouvir online
lytte på nettet
online luisteren
escuchar en línea
lyssna på nätet
écouter en ligne
ascolta in linea
kuunnella verkossa

Formats

2 × Vinyl
12"
33 ⅓ RPM
Album
Repress
6 × File
FLAC
Remastered
MP3
Reissue
320 kbps
Transparent
Cassette
Promo
CD

Companies

Role	Company
Pressed By	DFI
Phonographic Copyright (p)	Downwards
Copyright (c)	Downwards
Distributed By	PHD
Remastered At	Dubplates & Mastering
Lacquer Cut At	Dubplates & Mastering
Designed At	Common Name

Credits

Role	Credit
Music By	A Child
Written-By	A Child
Lacquer Cut By	CGB
Mastered By	Christoph
Producer	Surgeon

Notes

White cover.
Black vinyl version
Reissue & remastered version of Communications from 1996
White artwork cover.
New label artwork.
Transparent vinyl.
Run-outs:
A - Little boys and their toys
B - Little boys + their toys
Black art cover.
p+c downwards 1996.
Made in England.
Distribution in Great Britain: PHD.
Distribution in Germany: Neuton.
A1: 135 BPM
B1: 135 BPM
B2: 135 BPM
C1: 131 BPM
D1: 135 BPM
D2: 135 BPM
BPMs are not mentioned on the release, they're taken from timing the vinyl.
The initial release came in a white artwork cover. It has been repressed/reissued several times.
1996 with black artwork cover: Surgeon - Communications
2006 with black artwork cover: Surgeon - Communications
2006 with white artwork cover, new label artwork and transparant vinyl: Surgeon - Communications
unknown date with generic downwards cover and black sticker: Surgeon - Communications
Generic grey Downwards sleeve with black art cover as paper inlay.
Originally released in 1996 as DNLP1 on Downwards Records.
All tracks written and produced by Anthony Child.
Mastered and cut by Christoph at Dubplates & Mastering.
Unauthorized copying, reproduction, hiring, lending, public performance and broadcasting prohibited.
Copyright 2014 Dynamic Tension Recordings Limited.
This has a heavy silver cover and silver inlay card and no reference to IRS Intercord Recordservice.
Durations slightly different given on the artwork and CD.
Written and produced in Birmingham 1995.
p + c downwards 1996

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Stamped A): DFI 95-10 LP DN1 A
Matrix / Runout (Stamped B): DFI 95-10 LP D N 1 B
Matrix / Runout (Stamped C): DFI 96- 3 LP DN1 C3
Matrix / Runout (Stamped D): DFI 95-10 LP DN1 D
Other (Etched A): LITTLE BOYS AND THEIR TOYS
Other (Etched B): LITTLE BOYS + THEIR TOYS
Barcode: 5 028563 234217
Barcode (Text): 5 028563 234217
Barcode (Scanned): 5028563234217
Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A - Machine stamp): DFI 95-10 LP D N1 A
Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B - Machine stamp): DFI FI95 10 LP DN 1 B
Matrix / Runout (Runout Side C - Machine stamp): DFI 96- 3 LP DN1 C3
Matrix / Runout (Runout Side D - Machine stamp): DFI 95-10 LP DN 1 D
Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A - etched): LITTLE BOYS AND THEIR TOYS
Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B - etched): LITTLE BOYS + THEIR TOYS
Matrix / Runout (Machine stamp / Etching runout side A): DFI E̶X̶P̶ D̶F̶I̶ 95-10 LP D N1 A LITTLE BOYS AND THEIR TOYS
Matrix / Runout (Machine stamp / Etching runout side B): DFI E̶X̶P̶ D̶F̶I̶ FI95-10 LP DN 1 B LITTLE BOYS + THEIR TOYS
Matrix / Runout (Machine stamp / Etching runout side C): DFI E̶X̶P̶ D̶F̶I̶ 96- 3 LP DN1 C3
Matrix / Runout (Machine stamp / Etching runout side D): E̶X̶P̶ D̶F̶I̶ 95-10 LP DN 1 D
Matrix / Runout (Etching runout side A): SRX 003 A CGB@D&M
Matrix / Runout (Etching runout side B): SRX 003 B2 CGB@D&M
Matrix / Runout (Etching runout side C): SRX 003 C CGB@D&M
Matrix / Runout (Etching runout side D): SRX 003 D CGB@D&M
Barcode: 6 66017 28086 8
Matrix / Runout: [SNA logo] DN CD 1 04059608
Mastering SID Code: ifpi L600
Mould SID Code: IFPI 1A04
Barcode: 5028563234323
Barcode (Text): 5 028563 234323

About Surgeon

English electronic musician and DJ.

Real Name

Anthony Child

Name Vars

DJ Surgeon
Surgeon 2000
The Surgeon

Aliases

Anthony Child

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a cool fact: The album *Communications* by Surgeon is a hidden gem in the electronic music scene. Released in 2015 under UK labels Downwards and SRX, it blends raw techno with intricate sound design. What’s fascinating is that every track—like "Reptile Mess" and "Optic"—was crafted by someone credited simply as "A Child." From writing to production, this mysterious figure brought a fresh, almost otherworldly vibe to the project. The mastering by Christoph added the final polish, making it a standout record for techno fans. It’s like the album was built from both chaos and precision, a true audio puzzle.

Comments

ozgenuryagizwebhome

2025-03-05

This is the track that got me into techno 10 years ago. Timeless masterpiece.

lonatnwk

2025-03-04

FRESHHHH

arlynx

2025-03-04

The way that low pass bass comes and rises up with those hi hats, and boom on to a dirty beat with a splash of backspin.... simple and fucking effective