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Yeah Ghost (Deluxe Version)

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Since their first album in 2001 the only constants in Zero 7 have been the songwriting and production team of Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker. Their usual approach is to bring in guest vocalists and then tailor songs around them, a proven formula that continues to work well on Yeah Ghost even as they move away from downtempo electronica toward something different, including hooky pop, modern soul, and atmospheric instrumentals. The main vocalists on Yeah Ghost are Martha Tilston (“Swing”, “Pop Art Blue”) and Eska Mtungwazi (“Mr. McGee”, “Medicine Man,” “Sleeper,” “The Road”), a pair of impressive singers with their own distinctive styles. Their voices are quite different from each other yet both shine here and the contrast between them gives depth and variety to the album. (Binns himself performs lead vocals on “Everything Up (Zizou)”.) The production is predictably excellent and features a wealth of subtle touches that complement the music without overwhelming the vocalists or the songs. Yeah Ghost is a new direction for Zero 7 and a nice slice of soulful electronica.

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On The Way...

Despite not reaching the same standard as their previous modern-classic masterpieces, Yeah Ghost demonstrates Zero 7's versatility and showcases some very finely crafted music. The combination of upbeat experimental pop with a streak of blissful ambience and their traditional downtempo style may perplex some listeners, but others will be grateful for the album's ability to cater for everyone, whatever it is that got them hooked on Zero 7.
The pop tracks are exciting and refreshing, with catchy melodies in Mr McGee and a sublime theme driving my personal favourite Everything Up (Zizou). Though I think the frenzied end of Medicine Man is overly intense and borders on disturbing. There’s also an ambient element to be found, with Solastalgia providing a euphoric contrast to the haunting throb of Ghost sYMbOL. The tracks most recognisably characteristic of the band are probably Pop Art Blue and Swing, an pleasant pair of downtempo tracks which compare nicely with the comforting melancholy of The Road. The album finishes on what is possibly the most intriguing and promising track of all, All of Us. But like Ghost sYMbOL, I feel takes too long to flourish for it to be truly satisfying.
The coda rounds off nicely what could be Zero 7’s make-or-break album. I can’t help thinking this could signal a new beginning for the pair, but they will have to decide how best to focus their efforts if they want to justify the acclaim they’ve achieved so far.

A grower ?

I've had more than half of this album already via previews and the singles. Now that I have the second half I'm a bit taken aback. I was hoping this was going to be the highpoint of my 2009 musically, but so far from a few listens its not (yet). Maybe it will grow on us all over time ... Swing and Pop Art Blue are very 'Zero 7' that we know and love. The rest are showcases for Eska's talents or go in new directions with an emphasis on electronica with intricate melodies - in sharp contrast to the orchestrial peaks that have been delivered on previous albums. Will need fertilizer.

A very mixed bag

I'm afraid the new sound for Zero 7 is somewhat of a disapointment. Yes, there are some great sounds on the album, but they are matched by indulgent synth randomness, dispointing melodies, and variable vocals. A lot of this is just not that pleasant to listen to if you (at least not if you were expecting anything remotely like the Zero 7 we have come to love).

Biography

Formed: London, England

Genre: Electronic

Years Active: '90s, '00s, '10s

The men behind the European downtempo outfit Zero 7 — producers Henry Binns and Sam Hardaker — launched their careers in the music industry as tea boys at a London recording studio. Shortly thereafter, however, both were in the thick of action, working alongside a string of well-known British musicians such as the Pet Shop Boys and Robert Plant. They spent the best part of the '90s honing their production skills behind the scenes....
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