Techniques Berlin - The Language Of Machines (1985-1991)

Techniques Berlin - The Language Of Machines (1985-1991)

Label : Mecanica

Format : 2 LP - Compilation - Limited Edition

Release : 19/05/2024 

Style : New Wave - Synth Pop 

Info

In the late 80s, Techniques Berlin played live on a regular basis and their 3 self-released tapes received frequent local airplay in Canada. Despite their moderate success, the band failed to secure a record deal. Eventually both members had developed a strong interest in the burgeoning electro-industrial scene. Dave and Andreas founded !Bang Elektronika and were working with Digital Poodle as live drummers. Both of these projects were soon picked up by record labels. Techniques Berlin played their last show in November of 1991 at the University of Toronto, debuting the last track they had recorded, fittingly called ‘Time Fades to Nothing’. Or so they thought…

The proliferation of Internet radio and streaming music platforms introduced the band to a new generation of fans, enabling Techniques Berlin to stage a remarkable comeback. Within the next years they released the compilation “Suburban Playgrounds and Concrete Beaches” (Fabrika Records), recorded a new album “Breathing” (Nadanna) in 2018 and offered a series of shows in Toronto, Montreal, Mexico City and Leipzig.

“The Language of Machines” compiles a selection of original recordings between 1985 and 1991, including some favourite tunes like ‘Dancing to the Fall of the Berlin Wall’, ‘Metropolis’, ‘Watching You’ and a few unreleased tracks/versions. Limited edition of 500 copies on double vinyl with gatefold sleeve.

Tracklist

Techniques Berlin - I Desire [Dave Vocal Version]
Techniques Berlin - Love Declaration
Techniques Berlin - Pieces of Glass
Techniques Berlin - Dancing to the Fall of the Berlin Wall
Techniques Berlin - Love via Computer
Techniques Berlin - Planet 21
Techniques Berlin - Just One Look
Techniques Berlin - Metropolis
Techniques Berlin - Secret Lies
Techniques Berlin - And You [LinnDrum Version]
Techniques Berlin - Erotica
Techniques Berlin - Machine Language
Techniques Berlin - Watching You
Techniques Berlin - Run Away
Techniques Berlin - My Suburban Playground [Extended Remix]
Techniques Berlin - She Fades Away
Techniques Berlin - Beats Like a Machine
Techniques Berlin - Time Fades to Nothing