Review perspective. Original criticism by Ben Cardew / Pitchfork.
Ben Cardew’s October 17 Pitchfork review examines Djrum’s contribution to the long-running DJ-Kicks series. The 82-minute selection moves through styles including ambient music, jungle, post-punk and more abrasive electronic forms. Cardew frames the mix around Felix Manuel’s approach to selection and transitions, and considers the relationship between technical control and unpredictable changes in atmosphere. The review also places the release within the history of a series that influenced Djrum’s own interest in mixing. This overview reports Cardew’s published analysis and does not claim a separate Soundwave audition or score. His original article provides the detailed musical argument and track-level context.
Read the original Pitchfork review.
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