rvss.eel I thought Bleed was very good, but not great. Disquiet, however, is greatness. An album of this length is risky, but it works as three disks individually, and as a three hour whole. Rapid Eye Movement and Ghost Net are equally propelling in completely different ways. Causeway is utterly beautiful from the opening notes, and sublimely shocking when the drums finally join in. Warm Running Sunlight seems to suspend time. Disquiet could be even longer if it wanted to.

This is my #5 album of 2025. Favorite track: Causeway.

Giles Astonishingly great, proving in the most maximal way that The Necks method is not a formula, it's an inexhaustible vein of very precious material. Every off-kilter cymbal pattern, subtle variation of tone, and shifting accent is utterly convincing and compelling and the emotional and intellectual depth is greater than ever.

Alex Mott Absolutely love this music. I have never heard of them before but now looking forward to diving into the back catalogue. All the tracks are great but Causeway is the standout for me.

rileyslowwave good vibes only Favorite track: Ride On.

c o n j u r man have I missed this band. laid back vibes for daze Favorite track: Eclipse.

Papa Jay (Radio Smorgasbord) This one is right up my alley. Excellent album. In addition to "Golden Flower" I can highly recommend "Eclipse". Enjoy "In The Fall" and "Staring At The Sun" to chill and drift away... Favorite track: Golden Flower.

brookepeter00 Beauty is hard to find… it is here on this recording in abundance

Evan A refreshing mix of jams I didn't realize I needed. Favorite track: shut it down.

donshuggin A return to classic Left-Handed form from a master of the genre

Saul Karnovsky What value this brings C7 asks?
The value here is in the careful crafting of something real, a beautiful art.

The sounds of life living in the US are intertwined with percussive rhythms that beat with an energy that is so clear and true.

Anyone with a love of how brilliant instrumental hip hop music can be needs this in their life.

Keep making music mate and we will listen.

Peace ✌️ Favorite track: the confusion in my brain.

Ryan Evans HTX There are moments here that remind me of instrumental Beastie Boys. Favorite track: i was standing when i played this.

Pete Sasqwax With its driving double bass, relentlessly rhythm taps and soaring sinewave synth, "the wind" picks out precisely why this is a contender for the year's best: unity through diversity.

Albums consisting of short tracks can seem like ensemble pieces with memorable cameos but lacking coherence; not so here. The tracks flow beautifully, lasting precisely as long as is necessary to make their point before giving way to progress the journey onwards.

A masterful work from a master of the craft. Favorite track: the wind.

Evan Another great installment that rivals its predecessor. Favorite track: this reminds me of something.

paddington4 This is an amazing instrumental album that's fun, emotional, and banging. Listen to it! Favorite track: your living pace.