You may have heard Little Dragon before, making a guest appearance on Gorillaz's Plastic Beach. One could say that Damon Albarn was out to showcase their best qualities; the serene voice of Yukimi Nagano adding serene touches while Håkan Wirenstrand's keyboards give the album super-saturated textures. Little Dragon originate from Sweden, debuting in 2007 with their self-titled album.
Ritual Union, the band's third album, does not stray from the sexy, futuristic sound of their previous record, Machine Dreams, or their team-up with Albarn. They are crafting moody synths, nearly subliminal bass lines, and impossibly crisp snare hits. A few of the songs, like the sleek title track and the brisk, funky "Nightlight", rank among the group's finest work. All through the record, Little Dragon are extremely effective in delivering the most attractive elements of their style, resulting in a set of songs that come across like the ideal soundtrack to a night on the town in some exotic sci-fi city.
I think this is a pretty good album from start to finish and picking just one track was a challenge. Take a listen to "Brush the Heat", with its haunting harmonies.
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