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Spin8/ 10

“The focus is on subtlety: the brushed drums creeping forward in the mix before receding again, the loosely patterned Fender Rhodes scattering throughout, and thin wails of a trio of vocalists — including Shepherd — rising and then falling again like the shallow breathing of sleep”

The Guardian5/ 5 stars

“A soaring, beautiful electronic jazz journey”

Consequence of Sound

“Elaenia stands out as a remarkably assured debut album from an artist who took his time putting it together”

musicOMH

“Elaenia acts as a brilliant encapsulation of a huge talent”

Pitchfork8.4/ 10

“The album skirts the edges of the dancefloor, flitting between ambient miniatures and extended jams falling somewhere between post-rock and jazz fusion”

Rolling Stone4/ 5 stars

“British scientist takes a stunning journey through jazz-ambient fusion”

The Observer4/ 5 stars

“A creeping, soaring debut”

PopMatters

“Elaeina is some delicious food for the brain and ears. It’s a record that’s damn near impossible to label”

Clash8/ 10

“’Elaenia’ is one of those rare albums that crosses genres and audiences with ease due in thanks to the sheer craft that’s gone into its seven tracks”

AllMusic5/ 5 stars

“Elaenia is fated to become one of those albums that inspires ritualistic listening parties held by small groups of audiophiles”

NOW Toronto

“Gracefully combine references from the past 50 years of experimental cosmic funk without committing to any specific era”

The Line of Best Fit

“Of all albums this year, Elaenia is one that could be – probably will be – discussed for some time”