Exclusive album premiere of ‘Termination’ by Modern Stars, out March 1, 2024 via Little Cloud Records, Sister 9 Recordings and Clostridium Records.

‘Termination,’ slated for release on March 1, 2024, is an album that draws its inspiration from the enigmatic concept of the halting problem in computer theory. This problem revolves around the challenge of determining whether a given computer program, when provided with specific input, will conclude its operations or perpetually continue running.

The halting problem stands as a testament to its undecidable nature, indicating the absence of a universal algorithm capable of resolving it across all potential program-input combinations. Its parallels extend beyond the realm of computation, echoing the unpredictable nature of human existence. Attempting to script or foresee life’s trajectory is akin to grappling with the complexities of the halting problem, as myriad variables can swiftly disrupt any semblance of prediction.

<a href="https://modernstars.bandcamp.com/album/termination">Termination by Modern Stars</a>

Modern Stars, an Italian neo psych rock ensemble comprising Andrea Merolle, Barbara Margani, and Andrea Sperduti, cultivate a distinctive musical ethos characterized by its instinctive, shimmering, and eclectic qualities. Drawing influences from revered acts such as Spacemen 3, Primal Scream, and Suicide, alongside lesser-known artists, the band’s sonic landscape is a fusion of the groovy, the bizarre, and the harmoniously dissonant.

In 2023, the addition of Mario Bruni from John Canoe as their bassist further enriched Modern Stars’ sonic palette. Building upon the success of their debut album ‘Silver Needles’ in 2020 and its follow-up ‘Psychindustrial’ in 2021, both released under Miacameretta Records, the band garnered acclaim within the neo psych crowd.

Their third studio offering, ‘Space Trips for the Masses,’ released in 2022 via Little Cloud Records, solidified their position as frontrunners in the psychedelic realm, earning accolades from various fanzines as one of the standout releases of the year. Now, with the imminent arrival of ‘Termination,’ Modern Stars continue to push the boundaries of their genre-defying soundscapes, poised to captivate audiences anew.

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