ANAXIA — Maska (lp)

Anaxia – Maska (LP) arrives on VEYL as catalogue VEYL049, a 12-inch vinyl that stakes a claim in the new wave fringe with a seven-track, post-punk-tinged statement. The project, introduced by Rich Oddie of Orphx and Alex Pi of Pi Electronics, fuses raw electronics, stripped-down drum machines and a stark pulse that hovers between industrial pressure and the ghostly minimalism of early Suicide. Vocals from Oddie and Pi cut through the machinery rather than sit atop it, giving the record a direct yet shadowed character. Within VEYL’s recent output, Maska follows the earlier releases THE GRAY LP (VEYL048) by Never and Suicide Disco LP 2x12″ (VEYL012X) by Years of Denial, both issued in 2026. It also sits after a string of 2025 outings such as Psychiatry EP (VEYL046) and Silliness LP (VEYL047), positioning the record among a catalogue that favours experimental, body-oriented dance music. The presence of a Years of Denial remix on the B-side further ties the release to the label’s ongoing dialogue between post-punk aesthetics and contemporary electronic production. Side A opens with “Maska”, a title that suggests concealment and tension. The track establishes the record’s nocturnal mood with a relentless rhythm that feels both physical and restrained, setting a foundation for the subsequent cuts. “Kilitli Nefes feat. KAOSMOS” follows, its title evoking a breath caught in a knot; the piece deepens the industrial atmosphere while KAOSMOS adds a vocal layer that rides the sparse beat. The third A-side entry, “Gift Of God”, offers a brief interlude that shifts the focus toward a more austere, almost ritualistic groove, reinforcing the record’s stripped-back ethos. Closing side A, “Kilitli Nefes feat. KAOSMOS (In Trance 95 Remix)”, reinterprets the earlier vocal track through the lens of In Trance 95’s Minimal Wave sensibility, extending the material into a darker, more hypnotic territory while preserving the original’s tension. Side B begins with “Laser Star feat. Florian Engerling”, a title that conjures a pinpoint of light in a dim environment; the track delivers a focused, driving pulse that feels suited to late-night sets, with Engerling’s vocal contribution adding a spectral edge. “Sharpen The Knife” continues the blade-like motif, presenting a crisp, percussive groove that cuts through the surrounding ambience, offering DJs a tight, rhythmic anchor. The record concludes with “Sharpen The Knife (Years Of Denial Remix)”, where the label’s own Years of Denial pushes the composition further into a hypnotic loop, deepening the darkness and providing a compelling closing statement for the set. Anaxia’s debut sits at the intersection of the artists’ backgrounds: Oddie’s experience in Canada’s industrial underground and Pi’s long-running involvement in the Greek electronic scene converge on a sound that feels tense, reduced and fully intentional. Within the broader VEYL roster, the record reinforces the label’s commitment to music that bridges post-punk, industrial electronics and body-oriented rhythms without over-explaining its intent. For DJs, Maska offers a concise suite of tracks that function equally as standalone statements and as connective tissue in a set. The opening “Maska” and “Laser Star” provide strong, rhythmic anchors for peak moments, while the remixes by In Trance 95 and Years of Denial supply deeper, more hypnotic layers for late-hour transitions. Collectors will appreciate the cohesive sequencing and the way each side balances vocal-driven moments with instrumental intensity, making the LP a versatile addition to any crate that values focused, nocturnal electronic narratives. The release is pressed as a 12-inch vinyl, matching VEYL’s tradition of delivering tactile, analog experiences that complement the music’s physicality. Its format supports the full seven-track runtime without compromising groove quality, ensuring the record translates the intended tension and restraint to the dancefloor. Anaxia – Maska (LP), VEYL, catalogue VEYL049, 12-inch vinyl, seven tracks, new wave, released 18 September 2026. Tracklist: A1. Anaxia – Maska A2. Anaxia – Kilitli Nefes feat. KAOSMOS A2. Anaxia – Gift Of God A3. Anaxia – Kilitli Nefes feat. KAOSMOS (In Trance 95 Remix) B1. Anaxia – Laser Star feat. Florian Engerling B2. Anaxia – Sharpen The Knife B3. Anaxia – Sharpen The Knife (Years Of Denial Remix)