Various - An Anthology Of Noise Electronic Music Sixth A Chronology 1957 2010

Review by Mark Guertin

Album Review: An Anthology Of Noise Electronic Music Sixth A Chronology 1957-2010 Released in 2010 by the Belgian label Sub Rosa, this sprawling anthology feels less like a traditional album and more like an archaeological dig through the evolution of experimental electronic music. Curated by Guy Marc Hinant (GMH), it’s a dense collection spanning over five decades, with tracks that explore noise, musique concrète, industrial grit, and abstract soundscapes. It's not for everyone—this is heady stuff—but if you’re into challenging auditory experiences, it’s gold. The album doesn’t follow any predictable structure; instead, it dives straight into its raw, unfiltered essence. Tracks vary wildly in tone, texture, and intent, reflecting the diversity of artists who contributed to this chronology. Two tracks stood out to me immediately: “Melkweg, Amsterdam” and “Fulmination.” “Melkweg, Amsterdam” hits hard because of how visceral it feels. Named after the iconic venue in Amsterdam, the piece captures what sounds like layers of machinery grinding against each other, interspersed with faint echoes of human activity. There’s something haunting about it—it’s chaotic yet strangely rhythmic, almost as though the listener is eavesdropping on a secret industrial ritual. I kept coming back to this one because it’s both unsettling and hypnotic. On the flip side, “Fulmination” punches differently. It starts off deceptively quiet, building tension with low-frequency drones before erupting into a wall of distorted noise. The transition feels violent but deliberate, like being caught in the middle of a storm that’s been brewing for centuries. What makes it memorable isn’t just the intensity—it’s the way it lingers long after the track ends, leaving you slightly disoriented. The design work by Peter Maybury deserves a shoutout too. The packaging mirrors the eclectic nature of the music itself, while Gabriel Séverin’s mastering ensures that every hiss, buzz, and crackle comes through crystal clear. And those liner notes? GMH knows his stuff—he writes with passion and insight, offering context without spoon-feeding interpretations. This anthology isn’t background music—it demands your attention. At times, it can feel overwhelming, especially when tracks like “Virus” or “Ego Masher” push boundaries so far they verge on abrasive. But that’s kinda the point. This isn’t meant to comfort you; it’s meant to challenge you, to make you think about sound in ways you never considered. What struck me most, though, was how personal it felt despite its academic roots. Listening to these pieces is like flipping through someone’s diary of sonic experiments. You don’t always understand everything, but you get glimpses of brilliance along the way. Final thought: If noise and experimental music are your jam, grab this anthology. Just don’t expect easy listening—it’s more like a puzzle box filled with sharp edges. Oh, and here’s a weird thing: halfway through writing this review, my cat started growling at the speakers. Make of that what you will.

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Artist: Various
Album: An Anthology Of Noise Electronic Music Sixth A Chronology 1957 2010

Belgium

Electronic

2010

Rating: 4.42

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Trautorium Jetztzeit #4	3:44
The Continuum Of Emanation From The One	6:06
Virus	5:29
New Wave Dust	2:25
Flesh Barbie Techno Fuck	4:45
Phing	4:23
The Nazca Transmissions #2	8:10
Estudio Antimatierico No.I	5:02
Syv Cirkler	7:05
Turquoise Gas In Ice	3:36
Vocalise	5:18
Shall We Die ?	6:25
You Are The Man Who Crucified Him	6:26
12 November 1980, Melkweg, Amsterdam	7:31
Untitled	11:54
Aufheben	6:28
Fulmination	12:00
Piano-forte	4:55
Lincoln Sea Ice Walk	8:09
Mi Vida	6:59
Ego Masher	7:05
How To Practice Scales	3:07
The Banshee	2:23
28082000	5:32
Yes Or No	4:49
Dolmens & Lighthouses	6:53

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John Wiese -- New Wave Dust (2004)

Ultraphonist - How To Practice Scales

Bird Palace - Phing

Stephen O'Malley - Dolmens & Lighthouses

Daniel Menche - Fulmination

Israël Martinez - Mi Vida

Robert Piotrowicz - Lincoln Sea Ice Walk

John Duncan - The Nazca Transmissions #2

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SR290

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Sub Rosa

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2 × CD
Compilation

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Role	Company
Mastered At	Le Laboratoire Central
Manufactured By	Sony DADC

Credits

Role	Credit
Curated By	Guy Marc Hinant
Design	Peter Maybury
Liner Notes	GMH
Mastered By	Gabriel Séverin
Producer	Sub Rosa

Notes

Issued in a six panel Digipak incl. a 51 page booklet.
Mastered at Le Laboratoire Central, Brussels.
Track 1-4: misspelled "Trautorium" on cover, "Trautonium" in Booklet.
Iconography: Studio B, Electric Audio (run by Steve Albini), Chicago.

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Barcode: 5411867112907
Matrix / Runout (CD 1): Sony DADC A0101618307-0102 11 A02
Matrix / Runout (CD 2): Sony DADC A0101618307-0202 11 A01
Mastering SID Code (CD 1 & CD 2): IFPI L551
Mould SID Code (CD 1): IFPI 94V2
Mould SID Code (CD 2): IFPI 94Z8

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *An Anthology Of Noise Electronic Music Sixth A Chronology 1957-2010* is like a time capsule of experimental sound. Curated by Guy Marc Hinant and released in Belgium under the label Sub Rosa, it spans over five decades of noise and electronic music. With tracks like "Virus," "Fulmination," and "Lincoln Sea Ice Walk," the album dives deep into abstract, industrial, and drone styles. It’s not just music—it’s an auditory journey through avant-garde history.

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nefastonfst

2025-03-15

Sasha king crimson ₪₪₪₪

momaisaori

2025-03-15

Sounds like locomotives diesel engine

jrcosta012

2025-03-15

ben6947539e89f2

2025-03-14

Serial killer sound

connerddrigotas

2025-03-13

Why do I keep exploring Daniel Menche's work? Because some years back about 20, I heard something of his that had alot more atmospheric qaulity to it before he did his usual red lined noise schtick. This is good don't get me wrong..I'm still looking. Thanks for posting.