Carbon Based Lifeforms ‎– Twentythree

When the CBL duo opened their secret acid stash back in 2009, they found out that some interlopers already got in there and cleared it, probably their well-meaning wives. So their music had to change and the next album reflected that event in its name and the acid-free and down-to-earth mood. In this album it looks like the pair of musicians switched to valium or morphine.

Frankly, I'm not sure how this album sounds like, I listen to it on minimal volume for recreational meditation. Together with the subsequent VLA it gives full two hours. So it is safe to say, that this album has a permanent place on my mp3 player.

The more I listen the more I love this album, even though after my first listen I got honestly a bit scared that I wouldn't like it as much as the previous albums.
Another proof that some of the best compositions do take time and effort in order to be appreciated at their true value!

"Somewhere in Russia" is the track that takes me the furthest away even though I remain firmly seated on my chair :D

excellent and inenarrable floating ambient music

one of the aim of good music is taking you from where you are to another dimension by thoughts and inspirations..and this album does this so good
great album 5/5

I can't really understand those who rated this album with 1/5 or 2/5. wth? Are they Tiesto fans or they just hate beatless or even ambient music? Anyways... I'm glad that CBL didn't continue to produce the same music album after album. I was pretty sure that they are the future of ambient and the best Ultimae's scheme. This album is the vindication of that and of course is an absolute masterpiece. It reminds me a lot of Biosphere's gem "Substrata", and some early Aphex Twin's and Autechre's works (Kalpol Introl, Vletrmx21). For those who know what it means to place someone between these names (Biosphere, Ae, AFX), there's no need to say more. And i won't.
(5/5)

A massive, majestic ambient space album proving CBL are masters of their craft. "Terpene" is an instant classic. Can't understand any disappointments over this one, they really nailed it.5/5

I agree. Very inspirational and very moving.

I say well done everybody ' music like this inspires me too write ' thanks for the magic yet again -ambi :)

It's understandable that not all Carbon Based Lifeforms fans will be attracted to this release, as their departure from their familiar 'acid-downtempo laced with ambiance' sound meant they had to tread unfamiliar ground.
If you're expecting a similar experience to their previous albums, you will be dissapointed, but you will discover that their genius is not only limited to one style. Delicate floating ambient to lull the mind.
Those who are more accustomed to beatless ambient will probably have an easier time enjoying this album than most. It certainly may not appeal to those who have never listened to this style of ambient before, which is fair enough, but don't be afraid to broaden your musical tastes by listening to this delightful album.

4 STAR !

No ! Interloper was very better than this ! I think the best album that released by ULTIMAE RECORDS is 360 (By ASURA) ! And this album by CBL is very nice but not perfect , Honestly a bit boring maybe ! Finally this release is very good but not perfect !