This is deep, intelligent D&B with strong Dub, Reggae, Funk, Jazz and Soul influences. If you're looking for an album full of hard, in-yer-face, techy ballistics then forget this album. He shows he is gifted with an amazing imagination and also a proper knowledge of musicality. What makes Calibre's music stand out from other D&B artists is the stunning production. Hearing this for the first time was nearly as exciting as when I first bought my copy of Bukem's classic "Logical Progression" LP. ![]() In my opinion he is by far the most talented producer in the Drum N' Bass scene. I'm thinking this is the best jungle album of 2005, and I'm pretty sure I'm not alone in thinking this.Ĭalibre is bordering on genius as a producer on the evidence of "Second Sun". 'Blink Of An Eye' is maybe the most interesting track of the bunch and a little something which sounds quite innovative to me. ![]() Big drums and overall an impeccable, dubby production. Of the non-vinyl drum and bass tracks I think 'Breathing Man' is the best. funky and sexy drum and bass we all know and love with excellent contributions from established vocalists. Or even better, play it out at your local jungle night! As we all know, the scene could use some variety in DJ sets.Īnother offbeat track is 'Drinnahilly', a chilled downtempo track which, together with the excellent 'Timeout', slows the pace for the remainder of the album. But not just drum and bass! 'Don't Watch This' and 'These Few' are deep house tracks which should fit easily in a Moodymann or Theo Parrish set. Here is Calibre in top form creating funky, minimal and deep drum and bass. This release is fleshed out with six (!) extra tunes and they are all well worth it. ![]() The LP which came out before this was great, but this is even better.
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