Failsafe 05

Juxta Position returns to his own Failsafe imprint with four post-modern techno pieces, exploring minimalist themes performed on more traditional sound sources, relying on pure sequencing rather than patch programming to convey moods and atmospheres. "Five Four Piano" recalls the work of modern classical composers such as Steve Reich, but re-engineers the aesthetic to fit on techno dancefloors. Likewise, "Orchestral Manouvers" continues this theme, whilst introducing a Mills ian twist, and "Icicles" takes the idea even further into more looped techno territory. "Crisp Cold" concludes the record, with a cinematic and serious tone and almost Gothic sensibility.