PETE NAMLOOK & K. SCHULZE: THE DARK SIDE OF THE MOOG IX

After four years of moog silence due to Schulze's health problems, Namlook and Schulze came back with one of the more consistent album in the series. Over the course of the years, the project evolved from very hermetic ambient soundscapes into more melodiously attractive works.

Part 1 is a 20 minute sonic exploration that revolves around three repeated jazz chords on a synth vibe-sample. As usual, it doesn't offer quick thrills, it's slow, minimal and repetitive. Depending on your taste that means either great mood music or 20 minutes of monotonous frills. Around minute 15, Namlook makes one of his typical Tangerine Dream quotes by adding a sequence that is very reminiscent of TD's early 80's material.

The Tangerine Dream vibe continues on Part 2, a collage of unearthly sounds similar to the intros of many extended TD tracks. Part 3 continues around the chords of the opening part but develops into a warm slow sequence right out of the heydays of 70's electronics. After a good minute of wind sounds, we're back with the mellow sequences of Part 5 and Part 6. A slow and distant moog solo winds around minimal percussion and sparse bass lines.

3.5 stars. A good reflective album, better then just fan material, not compulsive enough for 4 stars.

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