The musical project entitled "My Body, Your Temple" is a scholarly inquiry into the complex interplay between the human body and religious devotion. Through an exploration of the themes of martyrdom and self-sacrifice, this research investigates the ways in which believers navigate the tenuous boundary between the corporeal and the divine. In many cultures, the body is perceived as a physical prison for the inner soul, with practices such as self-mutilation, self-flagellation, and self-immolation being employed as means of transcending this physical realm.
Using a range of hardware synthesizers and piezo microphones, the artist known as Conjecture has created a groundbreaking work of futuristic dark ambient music. Through his innovative use of sound, Conjecture pushes the boundaries of sonic expression, ushering in a new era of musical experimentation. With "My Body, Your Temple," listeners are invited to embark on a journey of self-discovery and transcendence, exploring the mystical relationship between the physical and the spiritual.
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released November 17, 2017
Produced and Composed by Vasilis Angelopoulos
Cover photo by Vaia Pilafa (Pupa Trauma)
track C is a collaboration with Aevin
Mastered by Anatoly Ginberg (Tokee)
Released in ltd tape & digital by Amek Collective and Raumklang Music
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i also went aboard the mothership and it was like finally coming home. Thank you so much for sharing this masterpiece! ...sequel strongly desired :-)... aetheris
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