For a brief moment, we were surprised and – let’s admit it – excited: one of our older tracks, Resistencia, suddenly racked up nearly 1,500 plays in a single day on Spotify. We had no idea where the listens came from, the stats gave us no clues, but it was still a milestone.

Fast forward six months, and the whole album – Men Who Lost Their Heads – was removed by Spotify due to “suspicious activity.” Whether it was bots or a shady playlist, we were never told. But the result was clear: the album was gone.

We’ve now re-uploaded a remastered version to all streaming platforms, titled Men Who Lost Their Heads (Again).

Usually, we’re not fans of endless remasters. But in this case, we had so many versions floating around that we weren’t even sure which mix was “the original” any more. It also gave us the chance to properly credit all the guest musicians—who, until now, were only listed on the CD and our website. They deserve more visibility, and this remaster does just that. The album is available again everywhere. And for those interested in how various streaming platforms handle music and artists, rabirius has reviewed them in detail on his website.

Compilation Appearances

Two exclusive tracks have recently found new homes on experimental music compilations:

🎧 Køksspæl appears on Songs of Things, a tribute to the pioneers of musique concrète. No instruments were used—only kitchen tools. Think glasses, bottles, a toaster, a hand blender. Think noise turned musical.

“This is the practice of an unconditioned view of the surrounding world… the pure joy of experimentation.” — AEMC

🎧 Ritus Verni is featured on Communal Music Vol. 14, part of AEMC’s ongoing series exploring sample-based composition. Every composer used the same limited set of audio samples—but the results are entirely individual. Our track turns those sounds into a kind of ritual celebrating the arrival of spring. The whole compilation album was mastered by rabirius.

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This time, we invited several artists to remix or rework the same track – La Bête Noire, a piece that has become something of a mockART classic. Each contributor approached it from a different angle, resulting in a series of radically diverse versions that reinterpret the original in unexpected ways, showing the many faces of La Bête Noire.

Some stay close to the haunting atmosphere of the source, others dismantle it completely and rebuild it from scratch. What emerged is a fragmented but coherent narrative—a kind of sonic myth, told through many voices.

The album begins with the original version and ends with a live recording from last year’s performance at the Rush Hour Kulturfestival. These two versions frame the story.

The cover artwork – designed by rabirius – shows the eye of La Bête Noire, with the reflection of a woman running away inside the iris. A subtle nod to the album’s themes of pursuit, fear, and transformation.

You can find streaming and download links on our music page.

There also is fresh merchandise in our shop – from t-shirts and bags to pins and phone cases.

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Join us for the unforgettable live performance of traffic || jammed, an innovative exploration of traffic, mobility, and movement in public spaces. As part of the Rush Hour Kulturfestival organised by Heussenstamm Stiftung, this unique event takes inspiration from the bustling Hanauer Landstraße in Frankfurt, bringing the sounds of the rush hour to life.

Through manipulated traffic samples and the everyday noises of commuters, mockART creates a sonic landscape that immerses you in the chaotic beauty of urban life. The performance features an eclectic mix of instruments, including flute, guitar, and electronics, as well as custom-built instruments crafted from materials related to traffic.

Visually, the experience is enhanced with light and video art, creating a multi-sensory journey that you won’t want to miss!

Mark your calendar and be part of this extraordinary event at the Rush Hour Kulturfestival!

Event Details:

• Date: September 8, 2024
• Time: 19:00
• Location: Atelierhaus Orber Straße, Orber Straße 24, Frankfurt am Main, Germany
• Admission: Free – donations appreciated

Stay tuned for more information and get ready to dive into the rhythmic pulse of the city with traffic || jammed!

The Rush Hour Kulturfestival is sponsored by Drees & Sommer. Additional sponsors are: Horst-Haas-und-Irene-Haas-Scheuermann-Stiftung, Kulturamt Frankfurt, Stabstelle Stadtmarketing Frankfurt, Stiftung Polytechnische Gesellschaft Frankfurt

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You can download the album from AEMC Records on Bandcamp.

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