This is when the water breaks for Little-D Soundlab, a small label where producers and DJs work together as mates. The "Weapons of Hope" EP is its first release, a five-track compilation that kicks off in a cinematic, futuristic way. Akida & Jolynn's "Flim Flam (inst.)" is a sparking magnetic field that really sets the mood for the rest of this abrasive, yet mellow piece of work.
40 Winks is featured twice and back-to-back. The first appearance is the relaxed "Past Expressions", which deftly bridges lo-fi electronics and jazz. When the track fades out "Wake Up" comes in, and thus starts a slowed-down rollercoaster that includes a female, gentle choir, some hip-hop sprinkles, and the path of redemption is drawn.
JLS (Jazzy Listening Sucka!)'s "Room For Error" is a fine treat for anyone with a short attention span. It's a repetitive number with some dissimilar twists that only maximize its density and focus. But this EP's most histrionic sonic spray has to be the great finale.
Estroe's "To Decide" is a fluorescent, dreamy and dementia-induced track, which spreads out along the lengthy banks of its five minutes. The track has a snakelike, curving shape but evolves like a snail with a pair of headphones tossing out minimal techno. It's an adjustable track to close the curtains with. But my heart is back there, precisely where 40 Winks' second entry left me. "Wake Up" should either open or close this compilation.
With that said, I can only add that Little-D Soundlab has some great, impulsive sound scientists at work who don't just spread graffiti in their sonic collages, they moisturize the whole painting by mixing colors and infusing new life into what could otherwise end up merely as a still life picture.
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