Berlin’s Stefan Goldmann first made his name with sublime outings like ‘True’ on Derrick Carter’s much-missed Classic label [actually set to come back online – oh]. He’s since started his own Macro label which has lined up this set consisting of his much-awaited debut album The Transitory State plus the first part of his electroacoustic concept project Voices Of The Dead, which will also come in a 5X7″ boxed set. The album features work from the last three years, released on Innervisions, Perlon and Macro. The overall effect is heavenly, working a gently compulsive magic with tracks like ‘Lunatic Fringe’ and its floating choir, spaced ‘Prefecture’ and ghostly ‘Phraselab’. ‘The Bribe’ rings with classical resonance but ‘Blood’ shows he can get more upfront. The second CD tries to explain his unique sound by referencing the a wide variety of past musical sources, kicking off with freeform avant-electronica. Richie Hawtin has already used ‘Turret’ as the intro to his DE9 Transitions mix compilation. All told, a fantastic debut with a secret and a difference.
5 Out Of 5
Reviewed By: Kris Needs
