it's that time, once again, for a splendid release in cactus island's full length cd series. having released an absolute belter on the 3" series at the tail-end of 2006, yvat now turns his hand to a themed, marvellously crunchy and engaging full album of electronica bliss. crispy programming that certainly gives a nod to the sounds of autechre yet keeps it sounding like his own, combined with lush scapes of sound - from blissful and melodic to more challenging and clicky - make for a thoroughly marvellous piece of work. fans of the label are going to lap this up and i'd suggest that people with even an iota of love for the more abstract end of electronic music will find that this more than tickles their fancy. cheered me up no end getting this little beauty in... recommended! smallfish records

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