Artist
IBF (Ideas Beyond Filth)
IBF (Ideas Beyond Filth) was a short-lived electro artist from 1985-1986, known for their abrasive soundscapes and relentless live performances.
About
IBF (Ideas Beyond Filth) erupted briefly, violently, and left a mark. 1985 to 1986. A fleeting year where abrasive harsh soundscapes ruled. Electro rooted in hostility. Seven tapes, each a testament to uncompromising tape manipulation and abstract rhythms. Schranken, released on BloedvlagProdukt, stands as the sonic assault that defined the era. Manchester PSV Club, November '85. Lincoln YMCA, January '86. Live recordings captured the raw, unfiltered energy. Each performance a relentless barrage on the senses. No studio polish, just visceral chaos. IBF thrived on cassette. Seven releases. Seven cassettes. Analog grit over digital sheen. The format wasn't a choice; it was a weapon. Releases like HUaSH and You Clean The Grit & I'll Eat The Cars eschewed clarity for intensity. Maximum Volume said it all. Volume as aggression. Volume as expression. Ideas Beyond Filth was more than a name; it was a mission statement. A project where noise wasn’t just heard but felt.