Vacant Integument is no. 5 of Utech's Arc series, which I believe is up to nine releases now. I'm not exactly sure what the theme of the Arc series is meant to be, but I believe the series is released one artist at a time on a monthly basis, I've also read that Utech intends to issue a deluxe edition including all of the CD's in this series, along with some bonuses. As all of the Utech releases feature exquisite packaging and wonderful photography, it's sure to be something to behold. The one thing which seems to be in common with the Arc series is that they feature photography by Max-Aguilera Hellwig. He is known for his anatomical and forensic photographs (which are featured on the Utech releases), as well as his more straightforward photographs of famous people, among other things.

Vacant Integument is an interesting diversion because, although it includes what is becoming more common in experimental music, guitar and electronics, harmonica plays a major part. It's certainly not a harmonica sound that one traditionally associates with the instrument; It's treated with effects, and stretched out to drone-like parameters at times. The only drawback is that it gets to be a bit shrill at times. The harmonica is bolstered by some minimal guitar plucking and strumming. The guitar sounds are most likely processed to an extent, yet for the most part they are clear and recognisable. It takes a bit of listening to get past the initial harsh shrillness on display here, but on successive listens, hidden subtleties reveal themselves.