They’re hardly strangers to the world of DJ pleasing beats – Hero No. 7 releases have been played by the likes of Mr Scruff, Coldcut, Andy Smith, Ollie Teeba, Steve Lamacq, to name a few – and have also featured on numerous compilations and mix CDs. But now they’ve now found a new home, and prepare to take on 2006 – Hero style – with their latest release. Seven tracks (naturally) of perfectly blended turntablism and b-boy attitude, they know how to work a clever vocal sample (“Roots Of A Hero”), or how to let the funk flow, such as the number-crunching & gloriously sleazy “The Seventh Sense”, highlighting some excellent keyboard & bass work. “Futuristics” also shows their moodier side, turning off the overhead lights as the the biggest, broodiest psycho killer with a mean set of drums stands right outside your door banging them. Seriously attuned and done with utter panache, Hero No. 7 should be on your decks right now. Essential.
5 Out Of 5
Reviewed By: Darren Wall
