Angel Death Traps

Transhuman Techno-Romantic Song Cycle
2021-2023
based partially on studies and parts of Asterism, transcribed and arranged together with NEKO3

„Angel Death Traps“ is a song cycle by Alexander Schubert situated around the trans-human condition, in which a fusion between the body and technology is progressing further and further. These songs are progresses of intertwining of the digital and the human. The expression of the performers becomes increasingly artificial and technically stylized while addressing strongly personal, emotional and sexual desires. It’s a transition process, a melting of flesh and motherboard. The artificial and nature are constantly contrasted and interwoven with each other
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Stretched between the utopias of transhumanism and the beauty of music, Angel Death Traps stands as a glittering prism whose many facets reflect possible futures. It's simultaneously bombastic and fresh, and very strongly executed by NEKO3. Amidst the dystopian news of climate collapse and war, Angel Death Traps stands as a highly successful artistic achievement. Also due to the song cycle's insistence on the rich possibilities of technology that transhumanism offers as an optimistic vision of the future.” 

Passive Aggressive, Kristine Haffgaard, 13th December 2024 

“Angel Death Traps, commissioned by Neko3 from Alexander Schubert, creates an incredible sculptural aesthetic through the light and the artists’ performances. The performance, which took place on the small stage of Tramway, was truly magnificent.” 

Piksel.Bülten, Hande Şekerciler, 1st October 2024