Noisia - Outer Edges

"Outer Edges" was released in 2016 through their own independent label, Vision Recordings. It marked the Dutch trio's highly anticipated second studio album, arriving six years after their debut, "Split the Atom." The release was accompanied by a massive live audiovisual tour across the globe.

Yes, "Outer Edges" stands as the final full-length studio album by Noisia before their official disbandment in 2022. While they continued to release individual singles and EPs, this was their last cohesive long-form project. They spent the years following its release focusing on their individual production careers.

The album heavily explored experimental structures, moving away from traditional dancefloor drum and bass into more cinematic and halftime territory. It featured heavily modular synthesis and field recordings integrated into their signature neurofunk sound. The trio aimed to push the boundaries of their sound design to the absolute limit.

Tracks like "Anomaly" and "Voodoo" highlight the album's darker, more aggressive neurofunk elements. Meanwhile, songs like "Mantra" showcase their ability to create expansive, atmospheric soundscapes. The album is regarded by fans as a masterpiece of technical electronic music production.