Moonbuilding 2703 AD
by The Orb
  • Record Label: Kompakt
  • Release Date: Jun 23, 2015
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77

Generally favorable reviews - based on 16 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 16
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 16
  3. Negative: 0 out of 16
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  1. Q Magazine
    Jul 1, 2015
    60
    Though never matching the otherworldly brilliance of their first two albums, Moonbuilding 2703 AD does at least find these 50-something space cadets still aiming for the stars. [Aug 2015, p.111]
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 4 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 4 out of 4
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  1. SirNilesIV
    Aug 31, 2015
    8
    The Orb are one of those bands, you know? They've been around forever, but if you ask most people if they know anything about them, you getThe Orb are one of those bands, you know? They've been around forever, but if you ask most people if they know anything about them, you get blank stares. It's not because they aren't talented, but they never reached Aphex, Prodigy, even Underworld level popularity with people outside of the Electronic/Ambient scene. It's a shame, this, probably their best album in a while; I think their 13th, in so many years, is mature and a great listen. The production is tight, the elements all arranged well, and really it has great pacing. I'm listening to "Moon Scapes 2703 BC" as I write this and the whole thing is a great pseudo-ambient deep house track with a lot to listen to.

    Not sure if this is for everyone, but I'll keep coming back to it.    … Full Review »
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