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Wumpscut
Blondi

Metropolis Records

Posted: Monday, March 27, 2006
By: Steven Gray

Quick on the heels of the largely successful Bone Peeler, :Wumpscut: has released Blondi, a six-track MCD as a pre-release to their forthcoming album, Evoke, coming to stores April 4. Tracks include two songs and four remixes for a total of six tracks. Fans of Bone Peeler will find more attention to well-constructed synth patterns, enhanced by Rudy's unique talent for creating a sense of impending doom. "Rush" is well-paced, with a danceable beat, and engaging lyrics. The version by Dismantled is powerful and unyielding, while listeners will find Naked Beat's version to be slower and more atmospheric. Der Blutharsch finishes the trio of "Rush" remixes with a heavy, guitar-laced edit. "Don't Go" is a fast-paced, longing duet with Jane M. The Eighty 64C mix takes a different direction and has the hint of an '80s euro dance mix element to it. Since its formation in 1991, :Wumpscut: has become synonymous with dark, hard-hitting dance floor hits, and this is no exception. Blondi is certain to join the increasing number of instant :Wumpscut: classics.