As always, “Thought so...” will split audiences straight in the middle, with some claiming that Nightmares on Wax are simply repeating the same old formula first served on their classic “Smoker’s Delight” album in the mid-90s. First impressions on the album both confirm and contradict this theory. “Hear in Colour” rides on a smooth HipHop bounce, softy propelled by dreamy melodic swirls and tantra-like looped vibes. With its stoic slow-motion, the track seems a logical continuation of Evelyn’s proven “Car Boot Sale” formula. “195lbs”, however, injects splintered electro quotes into the project’s veins, while “Be There”, too, leans more towards dark and foreboding dub.

All throughout, Reggae influences are rearing their sunny heads, which lends “Thought so...” a simultaneously sharp and relaxed touch. The album will be available on Warp from 26th of August, preceded by a launch party in Ibiza a week earlier. You can sample extracts and several full tracks from the Nightmares on Wax MySpace site.

Homepage: Nightmares on Wax
Homepage: Nightmares on Wax at MySpace
Homepage: Warp Records