The follow up to Mike Monday’s excellent ‘Smorgasbord’ has a pertinent title, as Monday once said in an interview he didn’t believe in vocals, as much more could be said through instrumental music. Here he proves his point, whether it’s in the trio of saxophones opening ‘Bad Wind (With A Touch Of Acid)’, or the crisp strings leading to the 90s-influenced piano riff of ‘Salieri Complex’. Along the way we get the trademark blend of Monday humour and attention to detail, with some macabre moments, beats that are left open to interpretation and pockets of keen emotion. Whether you approach this from a techno or a house viewpoint, the results are invigorating for fans of either – and this is a real step forward from ‘Smorgasbord’, making a bold statement of Monday’s credentials.
5 Out Of 5
Reviewed By: Ben Hogwood
