Unknown Artist - Wax Trax 998

Review by Mike Willson

Wax Trax 998 is an album that is shrouded in mystery, as it is credited to an unknown artist. However, this does not detract from the quality of the music contained within. The album is a collection of electronic tracks that are heavily influenced by the industrial music scene of the 1980s.

From the opening track, it is clear that this is an album that is not for the faint of heart. The beats are hard and unrelenting, while the synths and samples are dark and foreboding. This is music that is designed to be played loud and to be felt as much as heard.

Despite its abrasive sound, Wax Trax 998 is not without its moments of beauty. Tracks like "Transience" and "Ephemeral" showcase a delicate touch that is often absent from industrial music. These tracks provide a welcome respite from the harshness of the rest of the album.

Summary by Mike Willson

Wax Trax 998 is a solid album that will appeal to fans of industrial and electronic music. While the identity of the artist may remain a mystery, the quality of the music speaks for itself.