genCAB

About

genCAB isn't just making electronic music; they're crafting sonic dystopias. Emerging from the shadows of the early 2000s industrial scene, the project – spearheaded by Ben Varon – has evolved into a potent force, a bleak and beautiful exploration of technology's grip on humanity. Their sound, a visceral blend of harsh noise, pounding rhythms, and surprisingly melodic undercurrents, draws from the wellspring of classic industrial acts like Skinny Puppy and Front Line Assembly, while injecting a contemporary urgency akin to HEALTH or Youth Code. genCAB carved out a niche with relentlessly aggressive live performances and a string of increasingly sophisticated releases on labels like Metropolis Records. Their albums, concept-driven narratives often exploring themes of transhumanism and societal decay, have solidified their reputation as more than just a noise act; they're storytellers wielding sonic weaponry. Collaborations with artists like VNV Nation and Combichrist further cemented their position within the broader electronic music landscape. Recent work sees genCAB pushing deeper into atmospheric territories, adding layers of textural complexity to their already formidable sonic arsenal. The latest releases hint at a more introspective, albeit still intensely visceral, exploration of the human condition in an increasingly synthetic world.