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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A masterpiece, but don't download, November 26, 2007
This is one of the most amazing musical experiences ever and I HIGHLY recommend you DO NOT download this album- instead, spend the extra money and buy the CD when it's available.
I'll keep this review short: it's hard to describe just how amazing this album is. It is leaps and bounds ahead of the previous Younger Brother record. It's also moodier and more relaxed, with rich layers of sound that will take multiple listens to notice. My only (very minor) gripe is that all but 2 song transitions are not mixed but instead are just silence. Other than that, this is absolutely phenomenal, topped (in my opinion) only just barely by Shpongle's (another Simon Posford project) "Nothing lasts but nothing is lost."
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant!, January 15, 2008
I discovered Simon Posford a couple years ago by accident and was immediately hooked. I thought he peaked in '98 with Are You Shpongled, but this album grabbed me and hasn't let go. He and Benji Vaughan have incredible synergy. The Last Days of Gravity is an amazing technical achievement and a beautiful piece of music. I don't know how many times I've listened to it, but if I'd bought it on cassette like in the days of yore it'd already be showing serious signs of wear. I've ripped it to mp3 and MiniDisc, just so I could emphasize different aspects of the recording. It's that intricate: you can chart your own course through this little sonic adventure. In fact, these guys have inspired me to finally take the plunge and buy some serious audio gear for my home.
I can't recommend this album highly enough. Buy it, put it on, sit back, and enjoy the ride! It truly is a modern masterpiece.
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
It Grows On You, November 12, 2007
Being a fan of Simon Posford's music in all of it's incarnations and having loved the previous YB album, I could not wait to get my hands on this one. I am not sure why it has taken so long to be released, but I finally broke down and downloaded the MP3 version. I was really looking for that Storm Thorgerson cover art though, so may have to get the "hardcopy" when it is finally released.
Until then, I am happy with this digital version. Boy am I happy! :'D
I admit upon first listen it did not grab me.
It is very different from YB's first album, and most of what I've heard Benji Vaugh and Simon Posford. And at first I thought that was bad. But repeat listens revealed how wrong I my first impression was. It is very different, but in a good way. The starkly digital trance music both artists are known for is almost non-existant here. It has been replaced with a more organic and human sound, one I find quite appealing.
There are shades of Celtic Cross here, and perhaps even a touch of psycadelica a la Amorphous Androgynous, but in a good way. ;']
Whatever it is, it is captivating, and something you'll put on repeat and not tire of. At least that has been my experience so far. There is always something new to hear. While it has not flat out dance numbers, it will certainly get you going between the more laid back tracks.
Pick this up, it is a downtempo electronica gem.
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