Distorted Memory

**Distorted Memory** is a Canadian electro-industrial/darkwave project formed in 1999 by producer and multi-instrumentalist Eric Gottesman. Blending gritty EBM beats, haunting synths, and brooding vocals, the project carves out a moody, cinematic sound that nods to classic '90s dark electro while adding modern production polish. Recent releases like *The Eternal Return* and *Lose Control* showcase their signature mix of atmospheric tension and dancefloor-ready rhythms, with themes orbiting existential dread, occult symbolism, and sci-fi storytelling.

Known for their DIY ethos, Gottesman handles everything from songwriting to graphic design, infusing the project with a fiercely independent spirit. Tracks like *Temple of the Black Star* and *Burning Heaven* highlight Distorted Memory’s knack for balancing melody with industrial edge, earning them a cult following in the global underground scene. The *Archive 1999-2003* compilation and *Hand of God (Remixes)* also pay homage to their roots, bridging their early experimental work with newer, polished material. Live shows and collaborations with acts like FRONT LINE ASSEMBLY and [:SITD:] further cement their status as a reliable force in dark electronic music.