The long awaited solo debut from is finally here! It's been only six years since Jamie Smith made his debut with in 2009, and in that short span of time he's gone frombeing a producer in a band, to becoming one of the foremost figures in electronic music (not to mention a pretty good DJ too). The rise to fame is well deserved however, based onthe strength of his acclaimed EPsand collaborations (including 2011's with the legendary)alone. Now withIn Colour, Jamie takes the next big step in his career with hisfirst full length solo release. The sounds containedencompass his entire experience and growth as a producer, with a little helpfrom his xx bandmates Romy Madley Croftand Oliver Simand , plus appearances from Young Thug and dancehall sensationPopcaan. From Jamie himself, "In Colour doesnt feel like my first album because its the end of six years work. Its about all of the music Ive been inspired by in that time; the people Ive met, the places Ive been. Ive gone from being a fan of electronic music, admiring great artists and producers, to feeling like Im a part of their world. In Colour is about transition and transformation - going away, coming home, going away again, coming home again - and how that journey changes me every time. I love touring, and the places Ive visited, but when Im on my laptop Im always thinking about home or music. I love being in a band, being a producer, being a DJ. This album is about all of that. In Colour isnt the end of an era, its the start of whats next." Recommended.

• black vinyl pressing
• housed in die-cut jacket w/ printed inner sleeve
• original release year: 2015
• music label: Young Turks 2020

reviewed by TKB 05/2015