Space Zone - Young Smoke
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  • Summary: This is the debut solo release for footwork artist, David Davis.

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  1. Positive: 9 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 10
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  1. The Quietus
    Nov 1, 2012
    90
    Smoke has certainly raised the stakes for any aspiring Chicago producer in creating the most consolidated longform effort in the genre to date.
  2. Exclaim
    Oct 9, 2012
    80
    A unique, immersive and trippy release full of unusual, angular samples and disorienting beats that recalls the early days of techno with its sci-fi themes and bold, (retro-)futuristic approach.
  3. Q Magazine
    Nov 29, 2012
    80
    This collection by 18-year-old Chicagoan David Davis makes footworking beats accessible. [Dec 2012, p.106]
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  4. All Music Guide
    Oct 25, 2012
    60
    The whole program bounces back and forth in this way, sometimes impressing with complex and compelling beats and textures, then disappointing with relentless repetition of uninspired ideas.

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  1. TheDRauch
    7
    A great debut release and a solid electronic record in general, 'Space Zone' captures all of the bleeping, buzzing, video game-like flourishes of what I imagine space would most likely sound like when translated to fast tempo dance music. It reminds me of a previous electronic release 'Glass Swords' by Rustie, but this album is much more energetic (and that's saying something, considering Rustie's style is all about quick payoff). Recommendable to anyone looking for a breath of fresh air in techno.… Expand

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