Owing as much to
Raymond Scott, cartoon music, and BBC stereophonic test labs as they do labelmates
Kid 606 and
Blectum from Blechdom,
End have released a disc of frenzied exotic lounge music modernized for the laptop jet set. Edits abound as samples skitter and clamor about, layered among impressive percussion workouts. And just when the music and themes have been set,
End and company move right on to the next idea with great expediency. It's quirky without being cheeky, and at nearly half an hour runs at just the right length without turning cumbersome. Similar to most Tigerbeat6 releases, it is adventurous yet somewhat challenging listening that will reward the ears of experimental techno and bizarro electro fans. ~ Rob Theakston