Natur CD

KMRU's Natur is possibly his most visceral and satisfying full-length release, marking a departure from his pastoral, drone-based work. This album transforms invisible electromagnetic squeals and rumbles into searing noisescapes and evocative orchestral moans. Inspired by the contrasting noise environments of Berlin and Nairobi, KMRU uses specialist microphones to capture the electromagnetic din that surrounds us all. The album opens with 'Natur 1,' a bone-rattling sequence of static-drenched, dissonant transmissions. In 'Natur 2,' KMRU introduces order amidst chaos, parting clouds of white noise to reveal silence and forming harmonies from unsettling feedback squeals. This track epitomises his departure from ambience, utilising extreme noise to highlight our constant exposure to electronic chatter.'Natut 3' pulls back slightly, blending subtle environmental sounds with insectoid glitches and electric fizzes, creating a sci-fi tinted atmosphere. KMRU's unique perspective offers a prophetic view of a possible global future, moving away from genre conventions. The album culminates in the epic 20-minute 'Natur 5,' where cybernetic birdcalls and melancholy whines intertwine with powerful bass thumps. Each sound is meticulously stripped for parts, revealing the underlying electricity once more. Natur is essential listening for fans of Christina Kubisch, Fennesz and Kassel Jaeger.