BRITISH INDIA – CONTROLLER

British India’s Controller sees them attempt to broaden their melodic and stylistic range through shifts in mood and some interesting arrangement techniques. It works to an extent, however, they seem so focused on hooks and the melodic conventions that accentuate this, that after a while tracks just sound the same. The performance on the record packs as much power as their renowned live performances though Controller is a record of singles. This is in no way a bad thing, but just like a rich dessert you may end up having to pass going back for seconds or thirds. (IS)

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