Beat Detectives - Rhythms And Edits Volume 1 CS

Strangely enough, despite being separated by a large body of water, NY's Beat Detectives have appeared on many of the same labels I've worked with over the years: namely Beat Concern, Not Not Fun, Where To Now and Night People. So I guess it wasn't surprising that once I eventually dug into their jams, I was heavily into what I heard. Their sounds are largely sample-based, taking in mangled plunderphonic excursions and demented beat music on a trip entirely their own. I feel like this release might be a jab by the D's at my desire for them to do a release that was more on the 'rhythmic side'. Rhythms & Edits is, as the name implies, a varied collection of beats stitched together into a long-form mix. Regardless of their intentions, this tape is a phenomenal home listening experience, as well as a perfect low-key party soundtrack. R&E Vol.1 appears to be able to warp linear progression, it's seemingly extended 68 minute length possessing the ability to satisfyingly erode time like nothing else.