All good things must come to an end, and so too has The Arcane Machine. Celebrating their 50th chapter milestone, Ed and Justin go out with a bang, spinning some of their favorite music from beyond the veil. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arcane Machine is a monthly show with supplemental content …

East meets West on this month’s chapter, where we open the show with some great industrial acts from Japan like Schaft, Mad Capsule Markets, and Schwarz Stein. Then we head west and spin some tracks from Poland’s C.H.District, German artist Paul van Dyk, and the UK’s London After Midnight, plus more! We hope you enjoy this global selection of fanta…

Just like the title says, this month we’ve got a bunch of music that falls all along the spectrum of Dark Underground, from the lo-fi spookiness of The Kentucky Vampires to highly-produced industrial from Shotgun Messiah and 51 Miles Away. Plus, new music from Fenix F, J:Dead, and more! Special thanks to MadFace for suggesting this month’s listener…

This month’s chapter features some great new tunes and some classic favorites. We’re checking out Cyberaktif’s recent release alongside a brand new single from Rotersand, and a few picks from 2023 that were close runners-up to our top picks chapter last month. We’ve also got some classics from Shreikback, Meat Beat Manifesto, and Coil. Special than…

It’s our January chapter, and that means a look back at the music of the previous year. 2023 was a fantastic year for dark underground music, seeing releases from veteran artists and newcomers alike. Justin and Ed spin some of their favorites on this month’s show! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Ar…

Ed and Justin spread some holiday jeer with a few sprinkles of wintertime treats. We’ve got a great Christmas tune from Ministry’s Al Jourgenson, an ice-cold ballad from Grey Gallows, and a bunch more from artists like Twin Tribes, Aurelio Voltaire, KANGA, and more! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The …

This month we’ve got some great selections! Justin spins some classic goth and industrial tunes, while Ed has (accidentally?) created a running theme with his tracks. Can you figure out what it is? Enjoy picks from Die Krupps, The Sisters of Mercy, Skeletal Family, Zwaremachine, and more! Huge thanks to LonelyAssassin96 for submitting a request for…

Welcome to our annual October Halloween chapter! Each year, we choose a scary theme to celebrate the season, and this year is death. Justin and Ed spin some great tracks and explore how different artists treat the finality of life. We’ve got some big names in this one, ranging from Type O Negative to David Bowie to Wumspcut! Send your listener subm…

The Halloween season is getting closer by the minute, and we’ve got some great music to start getting you in the mood. Check out some old-school goth from UK Decay, an incredible industrial metal track from Silent Planet, a Duran Duran cover from Batavia, and so much more! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.co…

This month’s chapter is dedicated to avoiding suntans at all cost, making sure your makeup is sweatproof, and cursing the heavens for not making latex breathable. We’ve got music from Blaqk Audio, Pailhead, Fields Of The Nephilim, Aesthetic Perfection, and more. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arca…

A fantastic mix of music this month as we visit some classic and some new releases. We’ve got historical industrial from Rasputina, some chillout grooves from My Life With the Thrill Kill Kult, and new music from bands like The Anix and Nouveau Arcade to name but a few! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! …

Tune in for a mixed bag of tunes this month: Classic industrial rock from Machines of Loving Grace, howling goth from Scary Black, danceable hits from Cubanate and Implant, and a lot more! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arcane Machine is a monthly show with supplemental content on Facebook, Twitte…

As Arcane Machine has evolved over the years, it’s been fun discovering what kinds of moods and themes emerge based on Justin and Ed’s selections. A very strong one emerged this Chapter, revolving around religion and the end of the world. You’ll explore a “Dead Planet” from Front Line Assembly and wander “Cities in Dust” from Siouxsie and the Bansh…

This month, Justin and Ed share some more great music: Ed focuses on high-energy industrial rock, with entries from bands like Chemlab and The Faint. Justin’s picks complement those tunes nicely, throwing Ministry, Eisbrecher, and more into the mix. Thanks to Scott McElhone for suggesting a track this month. Send your listener submissions/ suggesti…

It’s no secret that hosts Ed and Justin each have their own video game music podcasts, so it was inevitable that their interests would intersect eventually! This month, they take a look at how industrial, goth, synthwave etc is used to create mood and atmosphere in video games. From the harsh industrial beats of “Prodeus,” to the electro-rock riffs…

Our focus this month is on ionic voices in goth and industrial music. We’ll be hearing from legends like Chris Connelly, Bill Leeb, Andrew Eldritch, Corpus Delicti’s Sebastian, Athan Maroulis, and a few more surprises. Enjoy! Special thanks to Megan for providing our bonus song this month! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachin…

As one of the weirdest years on record comes to a close, Arcane Machine takes a look at some of their favorite musical products of 2022’s insanity. Veteran artists like PIG and Celldweller had some amazing releases, and a few newcomers made our list this time around too. What were your favorite songs of 2022? Send your listener submissions/ suggest…

Whether you celebrate Chanukah, Christmas, Yule, Festivus, the Solstice, or any other December holiday, the Goth and Industrial communities have all your needs covered. As is our December tradition, Ed and Justin start the show off with some seasonal songs, and finish off with an equally festive listener request. Grab a warm cup of tea and settle i…

Party like your government has mandated it! This month, we share some fantastic music, much of which has originated around Eastern Europe or shares that aesthetic. We’ve got Aggressiva 69, Stromkern, Social Union, Pop Will Eat Itself, and more. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arcane Machine is a mo…

October is Halloween month, where Arcane Machine gets even spookier! This year, Ed and Justin share music revolving around common, blood-sucking theme: The Vampire. Enjoy some songs from Voltaire, Type O Negative, gODHEAD, and more! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arcane Machine is a monthly show w…

There’s an eclectic mix of songs in this month’s chapter! We start off with a couple of classic selections from Dismantled, then visit a bunch of different genres: Post-alt-rock from Love in Reverse, a sweet retro-tinged steampunk ballad from Steam Powered Giraffe, industrial hits from KMFDM and Static-X, and a whole bunch more. Send your listener …

The Arcane Machine presents some more industrial bangers this month! Ed reaches into his satchel of memories to bring out some of his favorite Coldwave and Industrial Rock tunes, while Justin presents a varying selection of great tracks from multiple genres. This chapter features Chemlab, 16Volt, Fear Cult, Wolfsheim, and more! Send your listener s…

This month’s chapter visits themes of timelessness – from The Birthday Massacre’s incredible cover of “The NeverEnding Story,” to Apoptygma Berserk’s “Love Never Dies,” to a certain 37-year-old song risen from the dead by a prominent spot in Netflix’s Stranger Things series. We’ve got a great selection of new and old industrial music to round out t…

We’ve got a very special Chapter this month, featuring an in-depth look at an extremely prolific artist: the man known only as Klayton. As the brains behind bands like Immortal, Circle of Dust, Celldweller, and Scandroid, Klay has raised the bar for industrial metal and dark dance production. Ed is a huge fan of his work, and he’s invited his frien…

There’s no shortage of tunes about evil machines in the industrial soundscape, so this month, Ed and Justin explore the concept of robotics in music. Check out some songs about replicants, androids, cyborgs, and more from a very eclectic selection of artists. We’ve got steampunk, industrial, goth, and… chap-hop? Why not? Special thanks to LonelyAss…

Ed and Justin return with a selection of recent tunes that remind them of their favorite classics from the 90’s and early 2000’s, as well as a few genuine classics from Haujobb and VNV Nation. Special thanks to David Everett for sending in a listener track for the end of this chapter. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodc…

It’s January again, and that means that Justin and Ed take a look back at the previous year and share some of their favorite releases. It was a fantastic year for Goth, Industrial, and Darkwave as evidenced by the music on display this month. Get ready for music from Front Line Assembly, Scary Black, Vision Video, Joy Thieves, and more! Send your l…

The last Chapter of 2021 gets very interesting very quickly. Ed’s selected a roster of industrial rock tracks that have ties to grunge from bands like God Lives Underwater and Kill Switch… Klick. Justin’s sharing pieces on the theme of sanctuary and safety from artists that include Covenant and The Cult. Topping it off, a listener submission that m…

A wide variety of songs this month, touching on the topics of karma, inclusivity, and the physical manifestation of thoughts come to life. Plus, some stompy industrial techno and more Ministry. Enjoy! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arcane Machine is a monthly show with supplemental content on Face…

Happy Halloween! Arcane Machine celebrates the only time of the year that goth goes mainstream with a collection of songs about monsters, creeps, and supernatural phenomena. From undead surf rock by The Cramps to discomforting industrial rock by 16Volt, we’ve got a lot of spooktacular music to explore! Special thanks to Joe Moore for sending in a l…

This month’s chapter features some great songs: Classic EBM from Assemblage 23, goth rock from Type O Negative and The Mission UK, some danceable industrial from Hocico, and a kickass tune from newcomers Heavy Halo. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arcane Machine is a monthly show with supplemental …

This month’s Chapter leans distinctly towards songs with angry singers… be it upset about politics, relationships, or isolation. In any case, they’re using their rage in creative ways so the music rocks! We’d like to thank Chris and Katie for this Chapter’s listener submission! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gma…

Yes, we get it: The goth scene and the dubstep crowd didn’t exactly mix well. We find that a shame because the music shares so many of the same aggressive, noisy qualities that rivetheads and EBM fans enjoy. Submitted for your consideration, then — a selection of dubstep songs that just might help you change your perspective! Enter this Chapter wit…

After a brief hiatus, Arcane Machine is back! Just and Ed are celebrating their return to in-person recording with a satchel full of incredible music. Check out their thoughts on some goth classics from the Sisters of Mercy and London after Midnight, and get ready to stomp to some aggressive industrial bangers from Chemlab and Birmingham 6! Send yo…

When a current artist you love pays homage to a classic song you enjoyed in your youth, it feels like magic… two forces of nature colliding to make a special song just for you. In this month’s chapter, Justin and Ed share cover songs from some of their favorite artists. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! …

We’re celebrating Funker Vogt’s new release this month, as well as looking forward to some brand new Wumpscut! Also included: Some classics from Razed in Black, Information Society, Carpenter Brut, and more. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arcane Machine is a monthly show with supplemental content …

We’ve got a nice blend of Industrial Rock and Goth Rock this month, making for a very high-energy show. From metal-tinged tracks by Circle of Dust and Pitchshifter to unique takes on love songs from Panzer AG and She Wants Revenge, there’s a lot here to enjoy! Send your listener submissions/ suggestions to arcanemachinepodcast@gmail.com! The Arcane…

This month, Arcane Machine celebrates two milestones: our 1 year anniversary, and the close of one of the most terrifying years in modern history. It’s been a crazy journey! Fortunately, while there’s a lot of 2020 content we’d like to forget, there was also a ton of incredible music put forth by goth and industrial artists. So starting an Arcane M…

The last chapter of Arcane Machine year one is upon us! Being December and all, our hosts have attempted to bring a little holiday doom-and-gloom to an already strange winter season. We’ve got the next entry in our Ministry timeline, as well as a few industrial bangers from bands like 16Volt, Neuroticfish, and and Martin Atkins. Have a safe and ble…

Themes of religion, apocalypse, and dark sci-fi manifest themselves in this month’s playlist, with songs from Slovenian performance artists Laibach, some absolute classics from Ministry and The Sisters of Mercy, and some brand-new goth rock from Motuvius Rex. All that, plus a few more tracks we think you’ll love. Please enjoy! Big thanks to LonelyA…

Art Credit: Zdzisław Beksiński October is upon us, and that means it’s time to get a little more spooky than usual! Is that even possible? Anyways, we’ve included a few tracks on this month’s podcast that really creep us out, along with some dancefloor classics by Ministry, Peter Murphy, Spahn Ranch, and more. Big thanks to Skylla Kaiju for this ch…

We’ve got some great music from classic artists this time around, as Justin and Ed share tunes from Die Warzau, Christian Death, Imperative Reaction, Ministry, and more. Get ready for some dance hall staples and a few that may surprise you! Bit thanks to Joe Moore for this chapter’s listener submission. Send your listener submissions/ suggestions t…

Photo Credit: Natalya Letunova Justin and Ed are back for Chapter 8, and bring with them an impressive selection of tunes for your enjoyment. From goth classics by Alien Sex Fiend to brand new industrial bangers by Be My Enemy and Violent Vickie, this show will satisfy even your darkest desires. Special thanks to Violent Vickie for sharing her new …

Justin and Ed have returned, spinning more amazing music from the underbelly of the music industry. Chapter 7 sees a bit of a change in the way that the music will be selected for each show, and we think it’s going to make The Arcane Machine a better experience for the fans. This month’s selection of tunes includes a little something for everyone: …

Just like it says on the (clove cigarette) tin, this time around Ed and Justin explore some of their favorite goth hits of the 90s. Learn about how bands like The Damned made the transition from punk to undead rockers, hear some early tunes from Rosetta Stone and Bella Morte, and become one with nature while experiencing some of Inkubus Sukkubus’s …

When’s the last time you saw the sun? How long have you been living in fear of the outside world? Do you need to cover your face and hands if you do go out in public? The concepts of being a creature of the dark and living in quarantine have a lot in common, so it’s no surprise that there’s a lot of music out there that’s become very appropriate fo…

Quick Note: This chapter was recorded mid-March, when CDC guidelines still considered gatherings of less than 10 individuals appropriate. Future chapters will be recorded remotely until it’s considered safe to leave our homes again. Please stay safe, everyone! Justin and Ed have returned with a unique and eclectic satchel of music to experience. Fo…

Now that they’ve introduced themselves and played some of their classic favorites, Justin and Ed have decided to shelve the nostalgia for a bit and take a look back at some of their favorite releases of 2019. Whether you’re into industrial stalwarts Front Line Assembly, electropop icons The Faint, or retro-goth trendsetters Double Echo, you’ll find…

In the song “Ribbons” by The Sisters of Mercy, Andrew Eldritch sings the line “Love is a many splintered thing.” Taking a cue from that sentiment, Justin and Ed have decided to celebrate Valentine’s Day by taking a look at some of their favorite love songs, and how each artist interprets the emotion. From lusting after a dream girl, to mourning a p…

You’re listening to the inaugural chapter of The Arcane Machine, a podcast sharing music from goth/ industrial culture and beyond. Chapter 1 will serve as an introduction to your hosts, Ed Wilson (PixelTunes Radio, The VGMbassy, The Impulse Project, Audio PanicRoom) and Justin Schneider (XVGM Radio,) who grew up in and around the goth scene in the …