Times Fly

Tom Churchill August 1995

Nothing much needs to be said about this. As with all Orbital material, buy immediately. Times Fly (Slow) is an awesome trip-hop/jungle/techno hybrid, done as only the Hartnolls know how. Times Fly (Fast) is similar, but with more emphasis on the drum 'n' bass elements. Sad But New is a stunning reworking - achingly beautiful guitar following the dreamy vocals to great effect. Tranquiliser is more straightforward - tinkling loops and sequences over electronic pads and rhythms, but again totally distinctive. In general, this is classic Orbital material - warm, soulful and beautiful.

Tom Churchill    E-mail: tom@chrchfam.demon.co.uk
Electronic DJ and musician

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