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| Profit Prison | |
|---|---|
| Birth name | Parker Lautenschlager |
| Origin | Seattle, Washington, United States |
| Genres | Coldwave, synthwave, darkwave, goth, post-punk, electronic |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, keyboard |
| Years active | 2017–present |
| Labels | AVANT! Records, Hospital Productions, Slow Club Productions |
| Website | Profit Prison |
Profit Prison is the dark synth musical project of Seattle-based artist Parker Lautenschlager. Known for its melancholic and atmospheric soundscapes, Profit Prison blends elements of darkwave, post-punk, and synthwave, exploring themes of isolation, existential struggle, and emotional turmoil.
Career
Lautenschlager began his music career under the Profit Prison moniker in the early 2020s, quickly gaining recognition for his distinctive sound. His music combines haunting synthesizers, driving basslines, and introspective vocals. The project's darkwave sound is atmospheric with a fusion of retro-futuristic synths.
Lautenschlager has previously participated in the hardcore band Marrow, death metal band Excarnated Entity, power electronics act Anteinferno, and black metal band Bhereg.
Discography
Solo discography
- Myra (2017)
- Cost of Living (2018)
- Six Strange Passions (2019)
- Dreams of a Dark Building (2020)
- Right to Know (2020)
- Faust (2022)
- Gilt LP (2024)
Notable Singles
- "Moment of Pleasure" (2021)
- Collaboration with Nox Novacula.
- "Sophia" (2023)
- Music video directed by Tiny Vipers.
- "Dreamer" (2023)
- Cover of Tiny Vipers song.
Compilations
- Retrograde (2018)
- Contributed the song "Judgement"
- Divisive Distractions (2019)
- Contributed the songs "120 Days" and "A Question of Etiquette"
- Sonic Seducer Cold Hands Seduction - Vol. 222 (2020)
- Contributed the single "A Premonition"
- Year Of The Mask (2020)
- Contributed the song "Witnes"
Critical Reception
Combining nostalgic and contemporary sounds with deeply introspective lyrics, Profit Prison has garnered a loyal following in the darkwave and synth communities. Critics have recognized Profit Prison for its emotionally resonant music and innovative approach to dark synth. CVLT Nation has praised Profit Prison's work as "captivating," describing it as a "dystopian brand of synthpop" that is "equal parts synthpop, Hi-NRG, and Italo disco." New Noise Magazine described Profit Prison's work as delivering a "political punch," highlighting the project's engagement with themes of societal critique.
References
- Teeple, Alice (February 2, 2024). "Dark Synth Artist Profit Prison Returns in The Video for 'Sophia'". Post-Punk. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024.
- ^ Barney, Tyler (March 19, 2019). "Put yourself in 'A Strange Situation' with this new PROFIT PRISON video". CVLT Nation. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024.
- Harriman, Andi (March 14, 2022). "Darkwave Artists Child of Night and Profit Prison Pair Up For West Coast Tour". Post-Punk. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024.
- Keimig, Jas. "False Prophet: Ritual Veil, Profit Prison, Sharlese". EverOut. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024.
- "AVANT! Records: Profit Prison – Six Strange Passions". XWave Radio. June 29, 2019. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024.
- ^ Herron-Wheeler, Addison (July 29, 2020). "Video Premiere: Profit Prison – '120 Days'". New Noise Magazine. Archived from the original on December 28, 2024.
- ^ Southgate, Dan (March 3, 2021). "Profit Prison – Dreams of a Dark Building". DIY Conspiracy. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024.
- "Concert: Secret Wilderness / Sacramence / Profit Prison / Vacuole Eyes". Rhizome. August 3, 2019. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024.
- "Profit Prison". Record Turnover. April 24, 2024. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024.
- Teeple, Alice (March 1, 2024). "Dark Synth Project Profit Prison Let's Slip New Single 'A Matter of Tact'". Post-Punk. Archived from the original on December 27, 2024.
External links
- Profit Prison at Bandcamp
- Profit Prison at Avant! Records USA