Robert Schroeder - D.MO Vol.2

Artist: Baltes, Grosskopf & Heilhecker
P: 2004
First released on Manikin label in 2001 and rereleased by Groove in 2004, Viermal Drei (4x3) from Grosskopf, Baltes, Heilhecker, is no more and no less an extension of Ashra’s works, but with a more industrial touch, always binding itself within psychedelic approach on a fine technoide structure. A great album which contains 4 extremely interesting titles. “Four Times Three” (4x3) is released under their own names. The four tracks on “Four Times Three” all have traces of the great classic Ashra albums. This means pumping sequences, great percussion- and drum parts, fine electronic atmospheres and some excellent guitar playing. In Ashra this is the job for Manuel Goettsching. He is also a little present on “Four Times Three” because a sequence of him is used in “Crazy Snake”.
“The Long Walk” shows a darker side of the trio.
For all Ashra-fans and those who are into rhythmic electronic music, “Four Times Three” is an absolute must-have.

Artist: Johannes Schmoelling
P: 2006
This is a truly masterpiece! Very nice sequences in this album. Every track is unique, but don't expect any TD sound here, at leat not from the 80's era. This is a more modern sounding experience, but with a slight touch from Schmoelling's earlier albums, like Wuivend Riet. Johannes has an amazing ability to create liquid-like melodic themes that literally melt down and return as some of the most adventurous, quirky sequential riffs and synthetic collages. At times surreal, others deeply emotive, the alchemy of various elements Johannes creates sonically results in an incredible listening experience that displays the myriad realm of possibilities when a true artist explores the full spectrum of electronic music.