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from Soundvision written by TJ Norris
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Various Artists: 360°
The Foundry (2002)
360° is a compelling conceptual project in seven episodes and fifteen parts (tracks) brings together nine explorers of the electronic frontier. The disc follows loosely cinematic themes of gestures, spheres and shadows succeeding in its suspension of an imaginative otherworld. Collaborating with the Bay Areašs Seofon is Touch artist Mark Van Hoen (Locust) on the pulsing flow of "Shrine". The track becomes the centerpiece of the set climaxing in between apt "Interpolations" by Foundry label director eM (Michael Bentley). The short sound constructions act as cushioning devices and add experimental weight to the final mix. EM:T label favorite, Mat Jarvis (Gas), under the new moniker of High Skies, has been dormant for too long. His existential approach and lively interpretation of "Staars" promotes the retrograding of the planets. Painting an alien landscape, it is "Zargosso" by Sketch which darkens the atmosphere and brings down "the ship". Sound designer, Kim Casconešs (Mille Plateaux) contribution, the radiant "Superfield," hovers remotely with an alert, interdimensional placement. Newcomers Rhomb complete the picture with the enigmatic short "360° Theme Redux", which has a two minute soul, beating long into the night.
This review posted 06.15.02