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Detroit Escalator Co., The* - Soundtrack [313]

Genre:
Electronic
Style:
Abstract, Experimental, Ambient
Year:
1996

Tracklist

Gratiot
Abstract Forward Motion [As A Mission]
Force
The Inverted Man [Falling]
Tai Chi & Traffic Lights
Gathering Memory
Shifting Gears

Versions

Title, FormatLabelCat#CountryYear
Soundtrack [313] (2xLP, Album, Ltd) Ferox Records FER LP 2 UK 1996
Soundtrack [313] (CD, Album) Ferox Records FER CD 2 UK 1996
Soundtrack (313) (CD, Album, RE, Car) Spiral Records (3) XQAW-1010 Japan 2007
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Review by Richardlanfranc Jul 25, 2006 (edited over 3 years ago)

referencing Soundtrack [313], CD, Album, FER CD 2

One of my favourite albums. Really truly stunning and hasn't dated one bit. Beware, however, the replication of tracks from here on Excerpts, the D.E.Co compilation. Five tracks from here are on Excerpts, so only get both if you are a true completist!
Rated 5/5
Review by scoundrel Apr 16, 2004

referencing Soundtrack [313], CD, Album, FER CD 2

Some of the warmest, most beautiful techno not done by someone named Carl, Juan or Derrick. The Detroit Escalator Co.’s debut, Soundtrack (313), on the sorely missed Ferox label, is deeply emotional with a gorgeously electronic sensibility. From the opening strains of “Gratiot” and the reverb chords of “Abstract Forward Motion (As a Mission),” there’s a deepness that transcends genre. Oftentimes, the tracks float by as pure ambient works (such as “The Inverted Man (Falling)”), but when a rhythm does emerge (as on “Shifting Gears”), it’s not the typical kick drum. The drum programming fits the mood of the track, rather than being a catch-all 4/4 beat. Sublime.