Teebs first full length LP Ardour came out via Brainfeeder almost four years ago. Between then and now Teebs has released Collections 01 (which could almost be considered an EP) and a collaborative album with Prefuse 73 under the moniker Sons of the Morning. While those two records were outstanding in their own right, I couldn't help but wish for a new Teebs full-length LP. My wish has finally come true, and the fact that it has been released at the end of the longest winter in my lifetime seems perfect. Teebs has released his second proper album E S T A R A, and the album (in my opinion) does not disappoint. The record still features the trademark beautiful, downtempo sound featured on Ardour, but seems a bit more focused. It seems a lot of the warping effects used on Ardour have been toned down to create another sonic world, one which is close in relation to that record but one that is entirely its own. The world E S T A R A creates is hypnotic, and has a certain warmth to it which makes the timing of the release perfect (listen to this thing while walking around on a sunny day, you won't regret it). There are a few collaborations on the record as well, the first of which is the third track on the record, low-key pop gem "Holiday" which features Jonti. Other collaborators such as Prefuse 73, Lars Horntveth, & Populous all add to this record as well. E S T A R A is a kaleidoscope of sound and color, a more stripped and focused effort than his previous releases, it is still an excellent release.
Unfortunately, the record is not available on Spotify and NPR has taken down their first listen link, so I am unable to link the record for you. E S T A R A is available through iTunes, Amazon, Bleep, etc. Check it out! (for your health)
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