Contaminated Area by Dissecting Table

Contaminated Area is the latest release from Dissecting Table, the solo project of Japanese noise/industrial artist Ichiro Tsuji, released through the SSSM label. This album solidifies Tsuji’s position as a pioneer in the harsh noise and industrial music scenes, delivering a visceral sonic experience that explores themes of environmental and societal decay. Comprising two tracks-Side A: "Death From Infection" and Side B: "Black Purification System," each just under 9 minutes in length-the album is a concise yet devastating plunge into a world of sonic chaos and existential dread.

Dissecting Table’s signature sound, driven by Tsuji’s custom-built synthesizer system, is at the forefront of Contaminated Area. Utilizing pulse-width modulation (PWM), state-variable filters, biquad circuits and multiple synthesizer, Tsuji crafts a dense, multi-layered soundscape that blends harsh noise with industrial textures.

The title Contaminated Area and the track names suggest a thematic focus on pollution, decay, and the futile struggle to restore purity in a broken world. "Death From Infection" likely draws inspiration from environmental disasters or societal collapse, while "Black Purification System" implies a corrupted or dystopian attempt at salvation. These themes align with Dissecting Table’s longstanding exploration of alienation, destruction, and the human condition, as seen in prior works like Between Life and Death and All Things In The Universe. The album’s grim aesthetic serves as a sonic critique of modernity, forcing listeners to confront the consequences of environmental and psychological degradation.

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