Basic Rhythm's second Planet Mu LP, Electronic Labyrinth continues Anthoney J Hart's elastic contortions of U.K. bass music styles. A little closer to classic techno and electro than some of his other releases, there's a wonky energy to the bubbly beats and squishy, sideways melodies of tracks like the bluntly titled "Techno," which practically spread soap suds all over the dancefloor. "Hayward Road" has an ecstatic flute melody rising out of a skipping beat and tense, rubbery washes of static. "Electronic Labyrinth" draws ...
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Basic Rhythm's second Planet Mu LP, Electronic Labyrinth continues Anthoney J Hart's elastic contortions of U.K. bass music styles. A little closer to classic techno and electro than some of his other releases, there's a wonky energy to the bubbly beats and squishy, sideways melodies of tracks like the bluntly titled "Techno," which practically spread soap suds all over the dancefloor. "Hayward Road" has an ecstatic flute melody rising out of a skipping beat and tense, rubbery washes of static. "Electronic Labyrinth" draws from grime's oblong rhythms and booming, angular bass, and adds some shimmering light textures, producing an effect that feels both bustling and serene. "Palace of the Peacock" additionally stands at the intersection of grime and techno, with another crystalline melody and stretchy plastic sounds inflating over reversed beats. Far too weird and inventive to be approached as mere club tools, Basic Rhythm's audio constructions are bewildering and invigorating. ~ Paul Simpson, Rovi
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