Serge Geyzel :: Superbefore (Touched Music)

Geyzel proves himself a deft sonic architect, equally rooted in electronic music’s past and its unfolding future. With Superbefore, he crafts a voyage that is as cerebral as it is visceral—fantastic for repeated listens. Recommended for fans of Richard Devine, Proem, and Gimmik.

Pulsing with energy and purpose

Serge Geyzel’s Superbefore, released on Touched Music, is a masterful fusion of dark, abstract electronics, pulsing with energy and purpose. Right from the opening track, “This Is,” Geyzel delivers an unflinching statement of intent—a manifesto in sound. Its warm bass drone acts as both a foundation and a declaration, immersing the listener in a world where texture and rhythm meld effortlessly. It’s less an invitation and more a command: brace yourself for the journey ahead.

A standout moment comes with “Primitive Structures,” which begins as a sly nod to Throbbing Gristle before seamlessly mutating into a fever-dream blend of pounding bass drums and haunting piano—a track that feels both raw and meticulously crafted. Geyzel’s ability to weave diverse influences into a singular, forward-thinking vision is on full display. Elsewhere, “Auktion” crackles with kinetic energy, layering fractured beats over ghostly melodies, while “My Cousins Wife Is Pregnant” shimmers with a hypnotic, almost melancholic pulse, highlighting Geyzel’s knack for balancing stark minimalism with deep, resonant emotion.

Constant forward momentum ::

Despite its dark and abstract nature, Superbefore never sinks into gloom. Instead, it maintains a constant forward momentum, each track unfolding with purpose. The album’s closer and title track, is a fitting end—a slow-burning yet expansive piece that leaves a lasting impression, as if staring into the unknown with both reverence and curiosity.

Geyzel proves himself a deft sonic architect, equally rooted in electronic music’s past and its unfolding future. With Superbefore, he crafts a voyage that is as cerebral as it is visceral—fantastic for repeated listens. Recommended for fans of Richard Devine, Proem, and Gimmik.

Superbefore is available on Touched Music. [Bandcamp]