Nolongerhuman
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nolongerhuman | |
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 nolongerhuman | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| Genres | |
| Years active | 2000–present |
| Labels | COP International |
| Associated acts | Varix |
| Website | nolongerhuman |
| Members | Clint Robertson: Lyrics, Vocals, Music Levi Ispev: Backup Vocals, Live Keys |
nolongerhuman is an American electro-industrial project founded in 2004 by Clint Robertson. The proper format of the band name is spelled with all lowercase letters, together as one word.[1]
History[edit]
nolongerhuman is the sole project of Clint Robertson. Starting in 2000 with a project called Varix, which focused on heavy electronics and noise-infused beats, nolongerhuman was officially formed in 2004 after being included in several compilations and releasing several demo recordings. 2006 saw the first compilation release, a track titled Transcend Humanity on BLC Record's "Interbreeding IX: Kuru."[2]
In 2007, nolongerhuman continued to work on new music and began performing live shows. 2008 produced a limited-edition CD that was self-released titled, Vestigial with five tracks. Vestigial was re-released as an EP on March 7, 2021, the band's Bandcamp.
In 2009, nolongerhuman signed with COP International and released the first full album, Antipathy.[3] Drawing from varied influences, the music is a response to the inhumanity of everyday life. Focusing heavily on found samples, movie clips, and rich backgrounds, nolongerhuman explores the depth of media debris to create their own version of truth. Driven by the belief that any creative pursuit is merely a reflection of the creator, nolongerhuman assaults the senses with a skillfully orchestrated roller-coaster ride of hard pounding beats, harsh vocals, and beautiful, classically inspired synth lines. The tracks range from relentless club smashers to more haunting dark ambient pieces with a lot of soul. Touring for Antipathy began in late 2009 and continued through 2010, supporting acts such as Nachtmahr and Funker Vogt. During this time, nolongerhuman gained much attention and praise in the electro/industrial scene with the debut album positively received throughout the harsh electro community as a strong entrance into the genre
In 2012, nolongerhuman released the second full-length album, Depersonalization,[4] which expands upon Antipathy. "Focusing on emotion first and foremost, the songs range from melancholic to furious, discussing topics such as loss, abandonment, and the lies told to us every day."[5][6] With the release of the second album, nolongerhuman solidified its place in the electro-industrial scene, garnering a reputation for experimentation with melodic intros and traditionally harsh structures. Depersonalization was noted for, "...setting the template for how Dark Electro should sound... far removed from the violent, gory, sexual ethic, instead replacing it with more relevant tunes about everything from politics to loss and unemployment, Clint shows us that with a little hint of ingenuity, the wheel can be re-invented."[7], as well as, "...an album with something to say, and it is one that says it pretty well too."[8] The second album from nolongerhuman entered the Top 10 Albums on the German Electronic Charts (GEWC) at #5 during the week of April 15, 2012.
2013 brought the first EP, Introvert[9] with eight tracks, including two original songs and six remixes from bands such as C-lekktor, Stahlnebel & Black Selket, aktivehate, Die Braut, Nie, and Cold Therapy. Introvert was released to high reviews as an, "...excellent collection of great bands remixing some great music"[10] and a desire of one reviewer to, "...delve into more of his music rather than not... I can only expect miracles to appear before my eyes as I look towards his past and future releases."[11]
The third full-length album, Withdrawal[12] was released in 2014, focusing on hard-hitting beats, catchy keyboard riffs, and a haunting sense of ambiance drenched with foreboding swirls of doom. Heavy use of vocal samples put Withdrawal in a historical context, harking back to early '90s industrial. Released with similarly high reviews to the prior albums, Withdrawal showcased how nolongerhuman manages to overcome a lot of cliches from the dark electro genre and has been gaining, "...a bigger and more loyal fanbase with his uncompromising melodies and deep, personal lyrics that are splattered onto the masses."[13] The third full-length nolongerhuman album entered the Top 10 Albums list on the German Electronic Web Charts (GEWC) after it's release, hitting #8 the week of September 21, 2014. The third track off of Withdrawal, "Raptor" also entered the Top 15 Tracks list on the GEWC, peaking at #14 during the same week.[14]
nolongerhuman has also been featured in numerous compilations, the most recent being "Electronic Saviors: Industrial Music to Cure Cancer, Vol. IV: Retaliation" released on Metropolis Records with the release of "How This Felt".[15]
Discography[edit]
Demos[edit]
- S/T Demo (2004)
Albums[edit]
- Vestigial (limited run) (2008)
- Antipathy (COP International) (2009)
- Depersonalization (COP International) (2012)
- Withdrawal (COP International) (2014)
EPs[edit]
- Introvert (COP International (E.P.) (2013)
Compilations[edit]
- Electronic Saviors: Industrial Music to Cure Cancer, Vol. IV: Retaliation (Metropolis Records) {2016)
- Electronic Saviors: Industrial Music To Cure Cancer (Metropolis Records) (2010)
Remixes[edit]
- Infra Black - Dance With The Dead (Remix By nolongerhuman) Dance With The Dead (2009)
- Terrortek X - Bio Chemical Warfare (Nolongerhuman "We Are All Dead Mix) Bio Chemical Warfare (2012)
- Virtual Terrorist - Secz Interface (Eunich mix by nolongerhuman) (Remix Assault: First Clash) (2012)
- Frontal Boundary - Mental Illusion (nolongerhuman Remix) (Electronic Warfare V2) (2013)
- Cynical Existence - Face of God (Face Away from Remix by nolongerhuman) (Come Out and Play (Bonus Tracks Version) (2013)
- Psykkle - Dark Day (nolongerhuman Remix) (Back to Paradise: B-Sides and Remixes) (2013)
- Wynardtage - Dissolution (nolongerhuman Remix) (Close II Death) (2013)
- C-Lexxtor - We Are Already Dead (nolongerhuman Remix) (Rewind 10x) (2014)
- Axon - Inside (nolongerhuman's Corrupted Remix) (Approach) (2015)
- A7ie - Fallacious Chrysalis (Insectile Mix by nolongerhuman) (Narcissick, Vol. 2) (2016)
- Die Braut - Warsong (nolongerhuman Remix) (Unreleased Tracks (2016-2006) (2016)
- Maneater - Domination Overkill (nolongerhuman Remix) (Domination Overkill - The Remixes) (2017)
Guest Vocals[edit]
- Menchendefekt
- Psykkle
References[edit]
- ↑ "nolongerhuman". COP International. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ "Interbreeding IX: Kuru (2006)". Musik-Sammler.de (in Deutsch). Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ "nolongerhuman Albums and Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved 1 February 2022.
- ↑ "nolongerhuman Albums and Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved 1 February 2022.
- ↑ "nolongerhuman launches 2nd album : Depersonalization | Brutal Resonance". www.brutalresonance.com. Brutal Resonance. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ Isacker, B. Van (15 February 2012). "nolongerhuman presents new album 'Depersonalization' - Industrial Music free links at SIDE-LINE.COM". web.archive.org. Side-Line Magazine. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ Quarm, Nick. "Review: nolongerhuman - Depersonalization | Brutal Resonance". www.brutalresonance.com. Brutal Resonance. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ Yardley, Miranda (14 March 2012). "Review: Nolongerhuman - 'Depersonalisation'". Terrorizer. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ "nolongerhuman Albums and Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved 1 February 2022.
- ↑ "COMA Music Magazine CD Review: nolongerhuman - Introvert". web.archive.org. COMA Music Magazine. 5 February 2014. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ Gullotta, Steven. "Review: nolongerhuman - Introvert | Brutal Resonance". www.brutalresonance.com. Brutal Resonance. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ "nolongerhuman Albums and Discography". AllMusic. Retrieved 1 February 2022.
- ↑ Gullotta, Steven. "Review: nolongerhuman - Withdrawal | Brutal Resonance". www.brutalresonance.com. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ "GEWC | Startseite". web.archive.org. 24 September 2014. Retrieved 30 January 2022.
- ↑ "nolongerhuman Songs List: All Old & New". AllMusic. Retrieved 1 February 2022.
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