Physics - First Flight

FIRST FLIGHT is a atrong debut from Swedish housers, Physics, balancing upbeat grooves with blissful melodies. "Don't Deny Me Love" has the sound of Naked Music at its height, while "Movin'" gets you to do just that. They also dabble in more downtempo future jazz: "Flying Away" gives appropriately mellow results, but "Give a Little Bit More" edges a little too much towards slick R&B. But “The Most Beautiful Boy in Brazil” takes a sun-drenched tour that makes you wish every day could be summer (and “Summer” only continues the feeling). Similarly, my personal favorite “Leaving Monte Carlo” goes for smooth uptempo breaks punctuated by some spoken French samples. “Tie Me Down” takes the album out on a more subdued house vibe. Frequent flyer miles, anyone?

Exquisite in so many ways, this debut offering from Swedish electronic collective, Physics stands out in a sea of sameness. From the soulful vocals of “Don’t Deny Me Love” to the jazzy strains of “Flying Away” and Latin flavor of “Believe In Love”; this is one of the most lovely discs you are likely to hear this year.