AFX* - Analogue Bubblebath Vol. 3.1

braderunnar, Aug 13, 2007

This is a well-meaning entry in the AB series; its meant to be a companion to AB3 on vinyl, as all but one of this EPs tracks appear on the expanded CD. In that respect, it works well. The opening track isnt a great starter, though; its quite boring and repetitive. The next track, though, is an improvement; while it feels like a re-tooled version of COME ON YOU SLAGS! from I Care Because You Do, as it runs at the same speed and ends just as abruptly, its catchy enough to work.

After the sound of a bathtub draining, we are treated to an ambient track similar to something from SAW1. This track works in the way that SAW1 worked-- the melodies are lush, the beat simple, and the effect long-lasting. After a locked groove comes modulated voices talking about most vulgar things. This is a highly unusual track (anyone whos heard it knows), and it may or may not shock you in the way that South Park shocks people-- crude, juvenile, and hilarious.

Overall, AB 3.1 is a good companion piece to AB3, but it also works well on its own. Its not exactly Analord 03, but its worth a listen.

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