datavore

Datavore is an underground electronic act best known for high‑energy psycore and darkpsy releases. Emerging from the United States in the early 2010s, the project blends ultra‑fast BPMs, glitch‑laden textures, and sci‑fi storytelling. Listeners often discover datavore while searching for cutting‑edge psychedelic trance, and the name stands out for its futuristic mythos and collaborative spirit.

Artist Overview

Datavore debuted with the album Bit By Bit in October 2012 on the net‑label Akashik Record. The project is described as a “family of information‑loving behemoths” comprising the producers CinderVOMIT, Priapizzm, and EkimSkrid. Their music circulates through net‑labels such as Anomalistic Records and Helicon Sound System Records, placing them firmly within the DIY psychedelic community. Since the debut, datavore has contributed tracks to compilations like USAliens and Cinder N Frenz Vol. 1, maintaining a modest but dedicated following among psytrance enthusiasts.

Musical Style & Genres

Datavore’s sound is defined by:

• Psycore intensity – BPMs frequently exceed 180, delivering relentless drive for peak‑time dancefloors.
• Glitch‑heavy production – Stuttering synths, digital “noise” bursts, and rapid arpeggios create a futuristic atmosphere.
• Darkpsy ambience – Sub‑bass rumble and eerie pads give tracks a shadowy edge, while occasional melodic motifs provide brief relief.
• Humorous storytelling – Track titles like “Cthulhu Brings The Crunch” and “Everything’s Gonna Plaid” reveal a tongue‑in‑cheek approach that sets the project apart from more serious psytrance acts.

Influences range from classic Goa trance pioneers to modern IDM producers, resulting in a hybrid style that feels both nostalgic and forward‑looking.

Notable Releases / Achievements

• Bit By Bit (2012) – Debut album on Akashik Record, featuring nine original tracks and a remix of Catatonic Despair’s “The Hungry Sky.” The release amassed over 7,500 downloads on Ektoplazm and quickly became a reference point for the psycore sub‑genre.
• Compilation appearances – Contributions to USAliens (Anomalistic Records) and Cinder N Frenz Vol. 1 (Anomalistic Records) expanded the project’s reach within the darkpsy community.
• Streaming presence – The SoundCloud profile hosts the full Bit By Bit album and several singles, accumulating thousands of plays and serving as the primary hub for new listeners.
• Scene recognition – Positive feedback from global psytrance forums and event DJs highlights datavore’s reputation as a “cult favorite” for high‑tempo, experimental sets.

Online Presence

• SoundCloud – https://soundcloud.com/datavore
• Bandcamp (Akashik Record) – https://akashikrecord.bandcamp.com/album/datavore-bit-by-bit

(Both platforms host the official releases and are directly linked to the artist.)

Why datavore Matters in the Psychedelic / Electronic Scene

Datavore occupies a niche where speed meets experimentation. While many psytrance acts focus on melodic uplift, datavore pushes BPM limits, appealing to dancers who crave adrenaline‑fueled journeys. Their collaborative model—melding three producers under a single mythic identity—illustrates the communal ethos of net‑label culture, where creativity thrives outside mainstream label structures. By embracing glitch aesthetics and sci‑fi narratives, datavore expands the expressive palette of psychedelic music, inspiring newer producers to blend technical virtuosity with playful storytelling.

Sources

• Datavore – Bit By Bit – Ektoplazm – https://ektoplazm.com/free-music/datavore-bit-by-bit
• Datavore – Bit By Bit – Akashik Record (Bandcamp) – https://akashikrecord.bandcamp.com/album/datavore-bit-by-bit
• Datavore – SoundCloud – https://soundcloud.com/datavore