Platonoff hails from St. Petersburg, Russia, and I have reviewed several of their albums on Inner Demons. I have yet to hear a Platonoff disc that I did not enjoy, so let's see if this one keeps the streak going.

One of the things I like about Platonoff is their ability to create a harsh industrial soundscape. "Evil Smells Oil" is an excellent representation of this skill, with pounding metal that is rhythmic, but not quite a beat, heavy analog noises that overpower everything over time, with everything coated in a thick layer of static. At the end, everything becomes quiet - ominously so. "Looming Shadows of the Past" keeps this feeling going with a slow, clanking beat, like the sound of a factory that has not had any upkeep done and the safety inspectors are on the take. This is less noisy than the previous track and can best be described as industrial.

I am pleased to report that Platonoff's streak remains intact. If you like your noise on the industrial side, with a big helping of clanking metal, this will be up your alley. Well done. This album weighs in at around 18 minutes and is limited to 42 copies.