It boils down to how "pure" one likes drum n bass. Photek's Modus is the
unfiltered essence of drum n bass - minimal melodic text.
Is this an enjoyable listening experience? To d n b zealots, it's the
ultimate beatfest.
Me, I'd much rather listen to d n b which successfully sucks up other
influences, like Plug and Roni Size. The new Stereolab and Pizzicato 5 boast
some excellent crossover drum n bass pop.
By the way, has anyone else noticed that in the United States, drum n bass has
achieved greater prominence in TV advertising than in any other arena of
society? You're more likely to hear it in a Lexus commercial than at your
local dance club.
- BigKumquat