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Todd Terje's 'It's Album Time': Dance Music's Unburdened Masterpiece
4 Sep
Summary
- Terje blends disco with unexpected genres like film scores and funk.
- The album artfully ties previously released tracks together.
- Beneath the fun, Terje's music conveys a subtle sense of loneliness.
Todd Terje's first full-length album, 'It's Album Time,' lives up to its name with a casual yet confident tone. The producer, known for his expertise in texture and composition, draws comparisons to 1960s film composers rather than typical dance producers.
The album artfully integrates previously released singles, using interstitial tracks to create a cohesive narrative. This structure, reminiscent of classic rock artists, provides a unique flow, culminating in the joyous "Inspector Norse."
Beneath the album's playful and "fruity" sound, with its abundant percussion and silly effects, lies a subtle undercurrent of melancholy. This juxtaposition of kitsch and loneliness adds a profound depth to Terje's sophisticated disco sound.
