This is probably the best minimal dub release I've heard. The chords in "Erode" are extremely powerful in their repetition, and I can't help but to hear human voices in them ("stop moving, start moving"). One of the most atmospheric and emotionally complex minimal dub tracks I've heard. Uplifting bassline beneath dark, ominous chords drifting in and out, yet with some shimmers of brightness peaking through. Not unlike some avant garde classical I've heard, but so much more texturally interesting and atmospheric for me, with no need to shout theory or formality to make its point.

Some of the other tracks are obviously more dance oriented, with the kicks and basslines higher in the mix and some handclap/hihat sounds. Then again, it was never really in the spirit of Basic Channel/Chain Reaction to draw lines between what's dance music and what's not. These are probably the less memorable tracks, but by no means weak. Powerful stuff.

The oddly named Various Artists, delivers another gem in the Chain Reaction crown. Very minimal beats and dubbed chords that grow in intensity, drive most the the tracks here. No.3 (Debit), and Erode, get me thinking about, and visualsing a thunder storm - the thunder echoing in the distance, gradually building in volume as the storm nears, then fading as it disappears over the horizon. The cd ends with the aquatic sounds of Erosion 3. Very good indeed.

The cleverly named Various Artists (and their debut Decay Product) stay true to the Chain Reaction spirit. Minimalism, drawn-out and reverbed tones, all thigns deep and wonderful. Their work are geared with more of a rhythmic sense than some of their compatriots who favor ambience, but this album is still full of sound and modulation. While several of the early tracks have heavier beats, by the time “No. 3 (Debit)” rolls around, the rhythm has become muted. “Erode” has some urgent synth washes that drive the track forward, and the final track, “Erosion 3,” swims in watery tones and dubbiness. Another outstanding Chain Reaction release.