Chromosome

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Press Release- https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KZkzokWw55f9oRGYnLPwbKcjTpU3blhX/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=118291511108711306968&rtpof=true&sd=true Independent boutique label Fog & Co. announces the first-ever comprehensive reissue of the self-titled EP by Chromosome. Meticulously remastered, this pioneering post-punk artifact was one of the first DIY releases in Israel, available only on privately pressed vinyl for over 45 years. Now, this unstoppable force of sound returns, digitally and on new vinyl pressings. Formed in 1981 by provocateur Rami Fortis and sonic innovator Doron “Shultz” Eyal, later joined by David Gervai and Rona Vered, Chromosome was a signal from the future. The group forged a sound characterized by noise, vision, and relentless experimentation. The five tracks captured are raw, improvised fragments - blending live jams, mechanical rhythms, and fragmented vocal experiments. The recordings mark a pivotal artistic transition for Fortis, moving past the furious punk energy of his debut album Plonter and embarking on a new search for form and meaning. The influence of Krautrock and David Bowie’s Low is palpable, yet the music remains fiercely personal and untamed. Chromosome became pioneers not only in sound but also in self-documentation, releasing the EP themselves under the name TOV Production, bypassing the mainstream entirely. The EP: Krautrock, Primitive Electronics, and Dystopian Groove The Chromosome EP delivers a wild, multilingual soundscape - oscillating between English, Arabic, and unintelligible syllables - like a broken radio receiver trying to capture a forbidden frequency: Makhtub: A long, meditative live improvisation combining deep synthesizers, Arabic-tinged textures, and evocative vocalizations. Conception of Dust: Minimalist and robotic, this track channels Kraftwerk with machine drum patterns that were utterly foreign to the local scene, signaling the introduction of true electronics into Israeli rock. Afrika: An improvisational recording showcasing the playful synth textures of Rona Vered, foreshadowing her future role as a leading figure in the Tel Aviv synth underground. Show of Terrorism: A bleak, dystopian reflection on the social and political tension of 1981, wrapped in a charged and menacing atmosphere. Gazolina: A darkly danceable hybrid of punk and metallic groove that bridges the underground with future club culture (Punk-Funk). The bass line, played on a synthesizer, is noted for its exceptional, non-local standard. The Legendary Tel Aviv Museum Performance Chromosome’s performances were more than just concerts; they were happenings. The most legendary event was their 1981 appearance at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, a groundbreaking moment initiated by curator Adi Semel that marked the first time a punk/alternative group played in a major Israeli art institution. The evening was defined by transgression: the audience freely smoked inside the prestigious hall, setting an atmosphere of an underground club, and the show opened with provocative short films by Shultz, including one about a masturbating robot. When the band took the stage, the crowd was hit by a chaotic barrage of guitars and electronics, amplified by neurotic, flashing lights. Between the tracks, Fortis was heard lamenting the phrase, "I don't understand the situation," a line that encapsulated the era's confusion and alienation. Forty five years later, Chromosome's signal returns - remastered and impossible to ignore. About Fog & Co Fog & Co is a young independent label, part of The Anan record store and community hub in Tel Aviv. The label is dedicated to supporting and promoting both emerging and established artists, with a special emphasis on meticulous vinyl reissues and projects that connect music, art, and community. Its mission is to create collectible art pieces that outlive trends, celebrating the timeless value of physical music