Old Strikes New - Arcade Awake [snd04]

Album: Arcade Awake
Artist: Old Strikes New
Label: www.somethingnondescript.co.uk
Genre: ImprovJazzHopTronica (?!?) / Acid Jazz
Release Date: March 2007
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Review:

At first this release did not appeal to me. The first track just never seemed to get anywhere and all the (orb like) talking in the track really just distracted me from actually enjoying it. When I got to the second track "Far Below Zero" I was suitably impressed! Dark and expressive beats, electronic bleeps and plenty of texture made the track stand out from the others.

All the tracks that follow have a deep Jazz influence and their all dark and (very) funky. Sharp production techniques really keep you on the edge of your seat with this one.

If you are into "Amon Tobin" or "Fout tet" (more Amon Tobin) this should really be a thoroughly enjoyable release. If your just a fan of electronica with a Jazz influence the same goes for you.

Its deep, dark, funky, electronic, jazz and really PHAT! It comes highly recommended too.