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Industrial Complexx pays tribute to the iconic Canadian band Orphx and their more than thirty-year career with Orphx: Three Decades of Rhythm and Noise. This book not only celebrates the influence and legacy of one of the most important projects in industrial music but also offers an in-depth and detailed look at the career of this duo, currently comprised of Richard Oddie and Christina Sealey.

Throughout its pages, the book meticulously traces the origins of Orphx, from their beginnings in the 1990s in Hamilton, Ontario, to their consolidation as an undeniable reference in the dark and experimental electronic music scene. The authors, Ximo Noguera and Albert Freeman, explore the formation of the group, its earliest phase, and the influences that shaped their unique sound, characterized by the fusion of industrial rhythms, noise textures, and elements of dark techno.

In addition, the book delves into Orphx’s sonic evolution, highlighting how the duo has managed to reinvent itself over the years without losing its essence. From their early works, marked by a raw and experimental approach, to their more recent albums, where they have incorporated ambient elements and more danceable rhythms, the text analyzes how Oddie and Sealey have remained relevant in an ever-evolving genre.

Orphx: Three Decades of Rhythm and Noise, which also features contributions from David Foster and Adam X, includes reflections on the band’s cultural impact and their role in the global expansion of industrial music. With exclusive interviews, anecdotes, and a detailed analysis of their most emblematic discography, this book becomes an essential tribute for Orphx fans and for any lover of industrial music.

Author, editor and layout of the publication: Ximo Noguera
Co-author: Albert Freeman
Graphic design: Iván Galíndez
Translation: Alicia Carratalá