Dubstep artist Zomby has never really fit nicely into a pigeonhole. He combines elements of techno, dub, ambient, IDM and on "Dedication" a touch of that 80s synth-horror that all the cool kids are into these days. Although this is hardly subdued stuff, there is a spooky nocturnal vibe that runs throughout the record. At the same time, these tracks are nothing like Burial's hazy post-dubstep, instead the sound is extraordinarily crisp and clear. There is also a lot of energy here, but it is nervous and skittish. The end result is something rather deep, dark and thoughtful. "Dedication" may be more suited to contemplation than dancing, but it's easily one of the most exciting electronic albums of the year. "Natalie's Song"
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