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KRIS BAHA & GHOSTS IN THE MACHIИE unzip the next cyberpop single, SENTIENTS - a sonic echo of breakbeat and shimmery alt-pop from the late 90’s/early 00’s with stark technological apprehension and existential warnings that conveys a chilling narrative of a y2k 2.0 - Sentient entities that have taken residence within our smartphones and are programmed to end us all. The repeated plea to answer the phone reveals a desire for connection despite the fear.
The lyrics emphasise the growing danger of these androids and the need to resist their influence to prevent further harm and protect humanity. Our society grappling with the encroaching dominance of these android entities, as KB’s soul glitches and trust erodes. In the main break of the song, an android voice asks, "Why won't you pick up?", underscoring the longing for connection in a world increasingly governed by these enigmatic digital forces and the complex relationship between humanity vs technology vs our dependency, paranoia, and resistance.
Album release on Zanias’s label, Fleisch Records 18th October 23
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released August 23, 2023
Mixed by Maurizo Baggio
Photo by John Rohrer
Design by Lukas Echterhoff
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