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Barker
Utility
Ostgut Ton
- Cat No: Ostgut LP 32
- updated:2026-11-05
A much-talked-about masterpiece album released in the fall of 2019 on Ostgut Ton by the genius BAKER—aka Berghain resident Sam Barke—whose commitment to radical techno soundscapes and three-dimensional sound design is nothing short of extraordinary. This album offers a glimpse into a new wave of techno, electronic, and psychedelic music. “Utility”—a 2LP vinyl release—is back in print. This long-awaited reissue (2026) is the label’s last remaining stock. We’re thrilled to have this final shipment!
Track List
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A1. Paradise Engineering
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A2. Posmean
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A3. Experience Machines
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B1. Gradients Of Bliss
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B2. Hedonic Treadmill
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C1. Models Of Wellbeing
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C2. Utility
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D1. Wireheading
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D2. Die-Hards Of The Darwinian Order

It’s a cut above their recent singles, and the diverse range of approaches is outstanding. This is cutting-edge Berlin techno—a psychedelic, pleasurable soundscape that’s sure to send dopamine surging through your brain. Nine tracks of meditative tripping. Includes a download code. (Original Japanese text by COMPUMA)