Randolph & Mortimer $ocial #utures EP

Randolph & Mortimer hail from Sheffield, England and the classify themselves as "Industrial + Synth + Thrash + Electronica". That sums it up quite nicely as can be heard on their $ocial #utures [euro]p. The EP starts with a synth and percussion driven track called "Existing, Not Living"--it's not overly aggressive and kicks off the EP with an easily accessible listen. $ocial #utures uses two interlude tracks in-between the three full-length songs. "Sistema Danado (This System Doesn't Work)" is the first of the two interludes--this one shows off the industrial side of Randolph & Mortimer in a loud crescendo of electronics and guitar. "Sistema Danado" then plunges the listener into "Body," which is a schizophrenic combination of throwback industrial sounds with modern electronic prowess. "Marz der Demokratie" is what the "Imperial March" might have sounded like if it was composed by a glitched out robot with a heavy handed lead synth and crunchy goodness in the background. "Marz" then leads us into the final track, titled "True Order." The final track starts off with a more atmospheric approach that leads up to a compelling but simple bassline that is quite infectious. $ocial #utures is a well mixed batch of stomping bass, crunchy industrial grinds, and smooth synth work that will leave you gnashing for more.