Drift - Nosaj Thing
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83 out of 100

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  • Summary: This is the debut full-length album for the Los Angeles producer/DJ.

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  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
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  1. Delusions of Adequacy
    80
    His slick production and meticulous attention to detail show promise of future mastery, and stand as evidence of his uniqueness.
  2. Spin
    80
    Nosaj’s remarkable, entrancing debut album gathers sundry influences, from U.K. dubstep to Aphex Twin-styled IDM, into a 36-minute computerized symphony.
  3. All Music Guide
    80
    It's quite a stunning sequence, and evidence of the breadth of Nosaj Thing's compositional prowess, which extends from a fine ear for minute detail to a rare sense of album-length sweep.
  4. Urb
    80
    On Drift, LA-based producer Nosaj Thing’s debut album, the numerous layers of synths sonically sub in for the verbalization, creating a 37-minute instrumental masterpiece.

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  1. Seriosity
    9
    Spacey, but with an undercurrent of beautiful madness. Criminally unknown, Nosaj Thing's Drift, is a marvelously striking album. Best heard with headphones on.… Expand
  2. NachoC
    9
    To be quite honest, I didn't know what to expect when I first heard this electronic album. Not only did I get some deep bass lines but some very cohesive synths to follow. I was not disappointed with this electronic journey however, I felt like he could have evolved with his sound. I have no doubts that he will improve.… Expand
  3. charlesobrien
    7
    While admittedly bland in some parts, Drift showcases Jason Chung's potential as an established and successful artist. This 12 track record allows the listener true insight into the spacy, drifting sub-world of electronic music.… Expand

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