This is the debut EP by Bloodjoy’s Neu Oscuro. Available both digitally and on LTD Edition Deluxe 12″ Transparent Vinyl with Smoke Effect via Sister 9 Recordings on May 9, 2025. Vinyl PRE-ORDERS here: bit.ly/S9-kybno
*** NOTE: The vinyl version comes as part of a split release with Kill Your Boyfriend, with their epic ‘Disco Kills EP’ on the flip side ***
Neu Oscuro’s deliciously dark and intense ‘Desolation EP’ is a five track offering featuring the singles ‘Desolation Suits Me’ and ‘The Basterd Machines’.
The digital download card included inside the vinyl packaging also includes access to the (previously unheard) original full version of their much praised 2022 debut single, ‘Ragazza’!
For the uninitiated, Neu Oscuro was born out of friendship forged in the dank Manchester underground music scene, and with a range of continental influences, psych styles and dark post-punk vibes evident, the band’s sound is largely built upon the murkier side of frontman Rhys Bloodjoy’s solo work.
Together, with Le Crowley (Astral Elevator) and the much sought after David Sheffield (Bones Shake) both on percussive duties, the trio reveal a dangerous and bare-bones side to Bloodjoy’s already intense style of music—still utilising sophisticated loops, but with the addition of primitive live drums and deep synth basslines.
Exuding darkness and mystique, Neu Oscuro have big plans for 2025 with the “Desolation EP” marking the start of their domination.
Desolation EP – Credits: All songs written and produced by Rhys Bloodjoy at Ático City Studio, Alicante, ES |
Creative percussive input on ‘The Basterd Machines’ by David Sheffield and Le Crowley |
Mixed and Mastered at S9 Studio |
Cover photography by Le Crowley | Graphic Design by Rogue Bear | © 2025 Sister 9 Recordings. All rights reserved.