Clan of xymox featured a trio of songwriters ronny moorings, anka wolbert, and pieter nooten and gained success in the 1980s, releasing their first two albums on 4ad, before releasing their third and fourth albums on wing records and scoring a hit single in the united states. Medusa is the second studio album by dutch dark wave band clan of xymox. Listening to clan of xymoxs selftitled lp is like entering a club of blackclad vampires in the mid80s. From the netherlands, xymox was established in nijmegen, the. The best of clan of xymox by clan of xymox 782388034326.
For 2006, clan of xymox released the weak in my knees digital single as a precursor to the album breaking point. The album exhibited a more mature sound than on its predecessors, and leaned more towards dark rock than gothic rock. Albums include medusa, clan of xymox, and lonely is an eyesore. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet.
Since their formation in 1984, clan of xymox has become a household name with tracks such as this world, out of the rain, muscoviet mosquito, and jasmine and rose. Clan of xymox, also known as simply xymox, are a dutch rock band formed in 1981. Clan of xymox featured a trio of songwriters pieter nooten, ronny moorings and anke wolbert and were inspired by the likes of the cure and new order. Xymox is a team of dedicated people focused on enabling the power of touch. Soon afterwards the band was renamed as clan of xymox and released two albums for ivo wattsrussells.
Watch the video for imagination by clan of xymox for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Mp3 is a digital audio format without digital rights management drm technology. Clan of xymox aims for joy divisions oppressive bleakness, but vocalist ronny moorings doesnt have the late ian curtis intense pain or profound lyrics. Aug 20, 2009 the group would really reach for the brass ring with 1992s phoenix and its madchesterinspired and certainly ofitsmoment single phoenix of my heart, but neither the album nor single would match twist of shadows success. A year later, moorings and wolbert moved to amsterdam, releasing the. In 2009, the bands twentyfifth year, clan of xymox presented in love we trust. Obsession is the first single taken from the third fulllength album twist of shadows by dutch band clan of xymox, also known as simply xymox.
Clan of xymox made two albums for 4ad records in the mid 80s, the labels heydayand, it turns out, the bands as well. Show all release groups instead, or show various artists release groups. The xymox era ended in 1997 when, in the midst of a revival in the gothic scene, ronny moorings made the decision to restart clan of xymox and return to his musical roots. Xymox then became the opening act for dead can dance in england. Clan of xymox also known as xymox blend an eclectic and vibrant mix of darkwave, electronic pop, gothic rock, and acoustic folk. Clan of xymox 1985 and medusa 1986 were perfect slices of moody, lovelorn gothic. Clan of xymoxs best songs as picked by the jam community, 20112015. Clan of xymox listen and stream free music, albums, new. But the band fragmented shortly after, shedding members, reducing its name to simply xymox. So far away so far away i think you are the most important.
The seminal dutch band, clan of xymox is one of the pioneers in the gothic new wavesynthpop scene. Listen to clan of xymox soundcloud is an audio platform that lets you listen to what you love and share the sounds you create 225 tracks. Ive come to indecision someone is pushing me all the cities, subways, rivers no direction left for me ive lost my way home early i dont. Il est forme par ronny moorings et anke wolbert, des membres originaux, seul ronny moorings fait encore partie du groupe. Listen to your favorite songs from the best of clan of xymox by clan of xymox now. The xymox era ended in 1997 when, in the midst of a revival in the gothic scene, ronny moorings made the decision to restart clan of. Veteran gothdarkwave act clan of xymox who also went just by xymox for a while, have remained active over the last three decades, and earlier this year released days of black, which doesnt. Clan of xymox announce first north american tour in nearly. It was the albums third single, imagination with anka wolbert on lead vocals, that. Create an account help customer service mobile version affiliate program. A year later, moorings and wolbert moved to amsterdam, releasing the lp subsequent pleasures as xymox.
Firmly rooted and strongly holding their ground, moorings vocals, guitar, keyboards and the rest of the current clan of xymox mojca zugna bass, mario usai guitar, and sean gobel keyboards, synthesizer continue to serve as one of the genres primary. Clan of xymox imagination hd video official by gothic requiem. Clan of xymox is the debut studio album by dutch dark wave band clan of xymox, released 1 july 1985 by 4ad the album was produced by 4ad cofounder ivo wattsrussell and recorded at palladium. The remixes included on the album a day and stranger were mixed and produced by john fryer at blackwing studios in london. From the netherlands, xymox was established in 1983 in nijmegen by frontman ronny moorings and then livein anke wolbert. Clan of xymox were formed in nijmegen, netherlands in 1983 by ronny moorings vocals, guitar and anka wolbert bass, vocals. Especially if you hear the fist song a day, the introduction and the beat is just as dark and goth as ever. Stream tracks and playlists from clan of xymox on your desktop or mobile device. Get youtube premium get youtube tv best of youtube music sports gaming movies tv shows news live. Clan of xymox featured a trio of songwriters ronny moorings, anka wolbert, and pieter nooten and gained. Ronny moorings is the main man behind clan of xymox, a synthgoth band that was lucky enough to be on the 4ad label during its heyday. Clan of xymox is clan of xymoxs eponymous 1985 debut album, and their first release on the 4ad label. It has that old 80s goth feel that no one can ever forget.
Founding member pieter nooten rerecorded the songs after the call and. After that he changed the name to just xymox, had a semihit with. The group would really reach for the brass ring with 1992s phoenix and its madchesterinspired and certainly ofitsmoment single phoenix of my heart, but neither the album nor single. Clan of xymox to embark on north american tour next year. Jul 12, 2011 clan of xymox imagination subtitulada duration. The album exhibited a more mature sound than on its predecessors, and leaned more. Clan of xymox 1985 and medusa 1986 were perfect slices of moody, lovelorn gothic popreminiscent of new order, only more morose. Clan of xymox announce first north american tour in nearly 20. Burning the ground exclusive 1989 obsession is the first single taken from the third fulllength album twist of shadows by dutch band clan of xymox, also known as simply xymox. From the netherlands, xymox was established in 1983 in nijmegen by frontman ronny. The album was produced by 4ad cofounder ivo wattsrussell and recorded at palladium studios in edinburgh. Their music and visual image have remained practically consistent since it. Longrunning dutch darkwave favorites clan of xymox the onetime 4ad act is still centered around founding member ronny moorings will embark on a ninedate north american tour.
The band is at their best when their pop instincts overrule their tendency to lose themselves in misery. Clan of xymox featured a trio of songwriters pieter nooten, ronny moorings and anka wolbert and gained. She is falling in love this girl haunts you like no ones ever done she really likes you she brushed against your gun she. Clan of xymox featured a trio of songwriters pieter nooten, ronny moorings and anka wolbert and gained success in the 1980s, releasing their first two albums on a prestigious independent uk label, a third and fourth album on a major us label and scoring a hit single in the united states. Listen free to clan of xymox clan of xymox a day, no words and more. You can tell that this band was heavily influenced by the sisters of mercy, another good popular goth band from the 80s. Clan of xymoxs best songs as picked by the jam community, 20112015 a day clan of xymox. From the netherlands, xymox was established in nijmegen, the netherlands by frontman ronny moorings and then livein anke wolbert in 1983. Clan of xymox also known as xymox blend an eclectic and vibrant mix of darkwave, synthpop, and gothic rock. Originally formed in holland in 1983 as xymox, clan of xymox became one of the pioneers of the dark and moody electronic music that later became known as darkwave.
Apr 10, 2017 in the stylistically diverse soundscape of the world today, the classic sound of gothic music is arguably underrepresented. After that he changed the name to just xymox, had a semihit with phoenix of my heart, and disappeared into the goth underworld. The best of clan of xymox clan of xymox metropolis records. Because our mp3s have no drm, you can play it on any device that supports mp3, even on your ipod. I have come to indecision someone is pushing me all the cities, subways, rivers no direction left for me i have lost my way home early i do. Clan of xymox is the debut studio album by dutch dark wave band clan of xymox, released 1 july 1985 by 4ad. Originally called xymox, clan of xymox was the title of their debut album, and was subsequently adopted as the name of the band after its release. A now back to being called clan of xymox, the group continues to record and tour with another album scheduled. Rare video clip of clan of xymox performing imagination live with anka wolbert on lead vocals and bass guitar during their 1989 tour.
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