Arno De Cea & The Clockwork Wizards - Retro Futurisme Volume I CD (Creepozoid / Calico) 

One of the most powerful surf/instro combos in France, heck, let’s just say all of Europe, is back with another blistering, mind-scorching set of tunes. I think a fair number of people would listen to their music and say they sound like Man Or Astroman?, which is definitely a fair point. The punk energy, the guitar sound, riffs and melodies are all fairly similar. As much as a love MOA? Though, I will say that Arno De Cea has songs that have a bit more craft to them - they aren’t as reliant on finding a good riff and just hammering away at it. You also won’t hear as many samples, and the songs don’t rely on a “schtick”. This album has a variety and depth that is almost like an aural adventure - that is further enhanced by the use of sounds and instrumentation beyond just guitar, bass and drums. The CD version that we're selling includes two bonus tracks (which are not on the recent Otitis Media CD that contains volume I and II) as well as a free sticker!

Tracks: Science et Resistance - V Pour Vortex - Vers I' Infini et Au-Dela - Rupture Continuum Espace Temps - Et Vint La Nuit - For Those Who Don't Care About Time - Monorail - The Clock Crusher - Trompe la Mort - Presence du Futur - Diable Au Corps (BONUS TRACK!) - Souffle Au Coeur (BONUS TRACK!)