by Cherish Lloyd

Being a huge drum and bass fan, I was taken aback by Pieter K's debut album, Everything All the Time. This CD proves to the listener that good electronic music can go beyond the dancefloor while still maintaining a strong connection to tough beats and serious bass. The tracks on this album are long, densely constructed cuts that grow and morph, all the while exposing the listener to a wide array of musical styles and influences. While drum and bass anchors this album, Pieter K moves into other territories that range from searching, restless techno to chilled, abstract montages to Asian-Indian sounds to euphoric, breakbeat epics.

The guest vocals of Amy Jacob are sultry yet playful, unlike the more soulful vocals on many albums that come out of the U.K. Track number three, "Stars from Aircraft," is by far my favorite because of Amy Jacob's vocals and the melodic beats that flow extremely well. The playful, minimalist vocals that are on track number two also stand out. Track number six, though a bit long, clearly exhibits the direction Pieter K has taken his debut album, exerting an ambient, sit in a lounge and chill vibe. It's refreshing to see a new definition of drum and bass.

Overall, Everything All the Time is put together very well. Each track flows into the next seamlessly. This album goes in many directions, yet is by no means all over the place. Would I go out and buy it? HELL YES!

Everything All The Time
by Pieter K
Track Listing:

1. Trefusis Point
2. Under the Radar
3. Stars From Aircraft
4. Impressions
5. Aphorism
6. Natural Light Rmx
7. All Things
8. Numina
9. It Could Have Been You
10. Un Amour Fou