Wrapped in the cloths of gods
Russell E. Scott | Austin, TX | 12/30/2005
(4 out of 5 stars)
"One can't deny Fila Brazillia their creative panache. Unaware or just plain giddy with sarcasm and happy feet they go about their merry way tossing funky beats, 70's TV riffs, and downtempo, chillout on its promontory head. Its like being on a carnival ride that changes direction on a whim - there are no rules. Who's to say? After six albums on the Hull based Pork Recordings, A Touch Of Cloth is their first on their 23 label, peeling off the last remaining restrictions. Their safe approach to a landing does have discipline though. Just when you think you're in the mire of a musical caldron, they reign in the outer banks and pull the sound into a quiet, sonic harbor. You are left with distinct feeling you are being had for their amusement purposes. A wicked sense of humor is a prerogative they have earned with their DJ remixes from the likes of Radiohead, Mellow, U.N.K.L.E., The Orb, Lamb, and the Irresistible Force.
Double-timing in additional musical projects should make this duo the busiest in Hull earning major props all around. If their uncanny and unorthodox methods seem mad at times, they should be applauded for the ability to coral these musical genres into a cohesive whole and bring home a quality product. If you eschew iconoclastic individualism, then by all means, please stay away. If you embrace them, start hugging. A Touch of Cloth was meant to keep you feeling all warm and fuzzy inside under any conditions. In a world gone crazy with homogenized products, Fila Brazillia continue to deliver, serving up the unique, the outstanding, the extra fine."
A review for the sake of music
N. Fisher | East Coast United States | 04/13/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I'm only reviewing this album because if you are looking at this review, you've either stumbled upon Fila Brazillia, or perhaps heard some of their tracks.
If you own another fila album, and are looking for more of that amazing music you can't believe you just heard, buy all of their earlier material.
Everything this group touches is pure original excellence.
Related music:
Heights of Abraham, Bullitnuts, Baby Mammoth, pork recordings."
Crystal Clear Saturation of Upbeat and Downtempo Talent
Joseph Mogavero | Buffalo, NY USA | 07/25/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"What a nice piece of work this is. Fila Brazilla this time bringing a rich and vibrant album with large hints of jazz elements and synthesized bliss. These guys are different and I like that about them. Upbeat at times and downtempo here and there. Excellent timing and composition. Never afraid to take the road less traveled."
Track Listings (12) - Disc #1
