Artist: Thievery Corporation
Album: Culture of Fear
Label: ESL
Release Date: 28th June 2011
Rating 4 / 5
One of my favourite outfits, whom I have seen live three times, (though, only saw the original DJ's Rob and Eric once, back in 2003), put forth another great selection of tunes. Unfortunately it does not have the same kick that the previous Radio Retaliation album slayed me with. With slamming guest appearances from the likes of Mr. Lif early in the track sequence, it seems as if the album would build from there. There are some amazing shining moments, for example, the lilting female vocals on "Take my Soul" seem to inspire one to take a chance, move a mountain, or simply ease back and take a breather, sighing as the music lifts you to that higher plane. it's your decision here kids, and the Corporation usually helps you decide. My favourite track, "Overstand" is a wonderful melded flavour including Nyabinghi-esque drumming, some West Indian vocals and the usual Thievery style of dub-wise glamour that we've fallen in love with. Not my favourite release of theirs, yet I wouldn't kick it out of bed for eating crackers!
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