Rundgren, Todd / Emil Nikolaisen / Hans-Peter Lindstrøm - Runddans
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28-SMTS258.2
Excellent, completely unexpected, techno-modern-yet-classic Todd album with all the quirks that made classic Todd albums!
"Absolutely stellar. A complete psychedelic throwback to the days of "Spark Of Life", but with sputtering, Flux:FX style studio trickery that enhances the instrumentation, and hurls the entire project into the 21st century (and beyond)!
The lush, analog-style production exhibits a warmth I haven't heard from a Todd record since "A Capella".
I could swear the record is straddling homage territory, and, at turns, I hear ghosts of "Shine", "International Feel", and more. Obviously, the two Norwegian contributors have a lot of input w/ the sequencing & production but, just like everything Todd touches, his trademark sound is all over it. If anything, they probably merged their respect for his back-catalog with a somewhat "follow-the-leader" mentality, because I've listened to efforts by both Lindstrøm and Serena-Maneesh, and this is unquestionably a Todd record, through & through. Todd's voice ages like fine scotch whiskey and, despite hints of gravel and hickory, you might say he's sounding better than ever. His guitar-work is as recognizable as ever, though the afore-mentioned effects tactics really propel it into uncharted territory.
A little time to unplug, peek out of his self-constructed musical oubliette and take some collaborative direction from guys that aren't 60+ years old has done the Wizard a world of good, and proves that he's just as vital as ever. He only needed a little fresh air."
- LabelSmalltown Supersound
- UPC5053760013969
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