irelander
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It's certainly an acquired taste. Undoubtedly there are some people that just don't understand the hype, which is perfectly understandable, because this sample-based electronic music isn't for everyone. While I'm no afficionado, I do appreciate this genre for what it is. On this record, one does get the opportunity to understand where the hit potential is ('Holdin On', 'Sleepless' and 'On Top' all stand out) but at the same time there are moments that seem like a waste of time/space (see 'Ezra' or 'Star Eyes'). In terms of rating this album, giving a 2 would be much too harsh as while many of the tracks are average, only a select couple as mentioned are worse than that. Unfortunately though, I can't give a 4 because at times this near 50-minute listen did feel like a chore. Moderately enjoyable, but it's safe to assume that this is an album which is best for listening to its individual parts.

BeansterBarnes
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Now it's not my kind of thing in general but in all honesty I didn't know what I was expecting when I had to purchase this current Australian #1 album.
But after going through every kind of ambience cafe jazz sounding track i'm feeling left empty and ripped off and confussed as how Flume has become so popular anyway.
Also pondering how many other Australian's are feeling after seeing this at #1 in their local Sanity or record retailer and thinking it must be good?
It's not totally terrible but it's definately not worth your hard earned.
Last edited: 05/02/2013 13:23