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K. Leimer - A Period Of Review (Original Recordings: 1975 - 19 [Rvng Intl - 2014]

K. Leimer is often seen as a slightly more experimental & American version of  Brian Eno- due to his ability to create varied, creative & memorable sonic fare that mixes together elements of ambience, synth craft, early electronica, world music & beyond. This rather excellent collection focus in on his work from between the years 1975 & 1983, and it’s a most rewarding, varied & highly consistent release. It comes in two formats- either a double vinyl version, or a single cd version- I’m reviewing the cd version.

The release takes in a whooping 31 tracks, taking in a selection of previously unreleased yet quality bound tracks  from the mid 70’s through to the early 80’s. And it’s certainly a highly varied & consistent sonic trip through-out as Leimer either focuses in on one genre, or effortless mixes several together- a few of my current favourite moments come in the form of:  "From Common Centre" which mixers  shimmering & darting ambient synth craft with slowed bass reverberations. The funky bass meets bright ‘n’ detailed electro rhythmic & vibe lined world music groove of "Entr'acte". The warming & haunting "The Phonic Chasm"- which finds  swirls of ethereal & wordless female vocals mixed with yet bright/ melodic synth runs. Or one of the rare vocal moments which comes in the form of "Lonely Boy"- this finds Leimer vocally channelling Eno & more playful Syd Barret over a base of woozy &  snaking electrionca & melodic yet urgent piano patterns.


The set comes with a twenty page booklet this takes in an informative  seven page write-up about the period covered & Mr Leimer in general. Monochrome reproductions of  old cover artwork,  studio pictures, etc.


So in summing up this is a wonderful snapshot of this great yet sadly underrated American artists who managed to effortlessly create memorable yet creative music. I look forward to hearing more of Mr Leimer work, and checking out more of this labels other releases- as clearly they have a ear for hunting out highly rewarding sonic fare from sadly forgotten yet highly creative figures.

Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5Rating: 4 out of 5

Roger Batty
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