Dr. Octagon – Moosebumpectomy: An Excision of Modern Day Instrumentalization [2018; Bulk Recordings]

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The instrumental cut of Moosebumps: An Exploration Into Modern Day Horripilation brings the work by Dan the Automator, DJ Qbert, Kool Keith, Paul Banks, and Del tha Funkee Homosapien into clearer focus, with the scratching, beats, synth textures, and samples feeling like a complete construction even without Keith’s rapping, albeit one on the simple side.  Occasional strains of electric guitar blend well with the generally gritty vibe, and while the underlying loops are fairly chill, the action on top gets almost hyper at times.  Attention to fleshing out the numerous layers is evident throughout the album, and pulls from a wide array of sources broaden the flavor palette.  Though not especially interesting listening, the exposure it gives to the supporting structures is appreciable.

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