Review: COD3 QR's latest compilation album, curated by Laurent Garnier and Scan X, embodies the essence of eclecticism, open-mindedness, and non-conformity within the electronic music realm. The journey unfolds with French DJ and Electro-Techno composer Seroplexx's "Alerte Rouge" marked by his seamless transition from an acoustic background to modular synths and classic electronics at the fore. Costello's "Timeline" follows, showcasing the French producer's cutting-edge sounds and technical finesse, while Marcelus takes a leftfield turn with "Forward", delivering a personal and honest sonic experience. Subground 3000 injects deep house vibes with "Sound Migration (Lee Trax Garage Remix)", next to Jim Rivers exploring some Detroit-style fusion in "Cosmos" This digital package is sealed with Oliver Way and Dany Rodriguez's collaborative venture, "Third Act" - a melodious techno gem that adds the perfect finishing touch to a deep and diverse compilation.
Review: When it comes to making drum and bass that strikes a balance between the needs of DJs and home listeners, few are better than Dominick Martin AKA Calibre. It's for this reason that the album format suits him so well. The Deep, his 12th full-length in total, could well be his best set yet. Jam-packed with effortlessly soulful moments, evocative piano flourishes, rich live instrumentation and yearning vocals, it's a far more expansive and ambitious set than most D&B albums. It also supplements his trademark, club-ready rollers with tracks that look to modern soul, jazz breaks, dub and R&B for inspiration. Throughout, Martin barely puts a foot wrong, delivering a set that more than stands up to repeat listens.
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