Actress - Actress Meets Shangaan Electro

Review by Ken Jones

Actress Meets Shangaan Electro is an experimental album that brings together the unique sounds of electronic music and traditional African rhythms. The album is a collaboration between British electronic musician Actress and the Shangaan Electro collective from South Africa.

From the opening track, the album takes the listener on a journey through a world of intricate beats and hypnotic melodies. The pulsating rhythms of tracks like "Purrple Splazsh" and "Shangaan Shake" create a sense of urgency and energy that is impossible to resist.

The album also features more subdued tracks like "Gaze" and "N.E.W." that showcase Actress's ability to create hauntingly beautiful soundscapes. The use of traditional African instruments like the marimba and the mbira adds an element of authenticity to the album and gives it a unique flavor.

Summary by Ken Jones

Actress Meets Shangaan Electro is a bold and innovative album that pushes the boundaries of electronic music. It is a testament to the power of collaboration and the endless possibilities of music.