Review:
German producer Matthias Zimmerman is obviously a man of many talents. This EP for Tigersushi wanders off in numerous directions, delivering fine fare throughout. Taking vintage synth sounds and spacey atmospherics as his theme, Zimmerman tries his hand at spiralling, John Carpenter-influenced soundtrack synth moods (the bubbling "Xoxi"), Kraftwerk and Orbital inspired melodic nu-disco ("Joseph") and gritty, low-end dubstep disco ("Yaver"). Best of all, though, is "Martin", a tough tropical-meets-nu-disco workout that boasts delightful cascading melodies and Julio Bashmore-ish R&B vocal cut-ups. When the breakdown finishes and the piano-heavy drop kicks in, you'll be impressed.