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Since 1996's 'Sounds From The Thievery Hi-Fi', Rob Garza and Eric Hilton aka Thievery Corporation, have consistently delivered marvellous and enthralling works, combining lush lounge-like electronica, exotic pop and delicious dubbed out basslines. 'The Richest Man In Babylon', released in October 2003, confirmed their immense standing in the "downbeat" world (ranking them alongside the mighty Kruder & Dorfmeister), and was their most suuccessful album to date. Throughout their years as music makers the duo have also become notorious as both remixers and DJ's (they released an excellent set on K7's 'DJ Kicks' series - widely regarded as one of the finest in this superb series). And so 2004 sees the tastefully dynamic duo releasing their second DJ mix set, this time on their own Eighteenth Street Lounge label, called 'The Outernational Sound'. Mixing between afro-beat, reggae, rock, soul, lounge, latin, electronic and rare library music flavours, this is a seamless recording based on many nights of sonic exploration and exemplary taste. From warehouse parties in Caracas to elegant soirees in Honolulu, and root downs in Kingston, the duo have honed their considerable skills, resulting in this sublime one-hour mix CD. As any Thievery fan will expect - this is pure class (with a very big C) - and will undoubtedly be the "mix" CD of 2004 to beat. Highly recommended. Playing Wellington (Oct 9th) and Auckland (Oct 13th). |
