Search - Laika :: Wherever I Am I Am What Is Missing

Sleek but shallow

IRate | 08/20/2008

(3 out of 5 stars)

"A smooth, sensual trip-hop group supplied this disc of wonderful, though background-music sensibilities. A counterpoint to Portishead's sluggish, depressive state, Laika's crisp, offbeat drum patterns navigate proper female vocals through these spinning celebrations. Pattern-driven though it may be, the experience is immersive enough to enjoy in the moment but repeated listening can prove underwhelming."

Getting better and better

BC | 12/19/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"With every new Laika the odds of having another great album seem to get slimmer, but they managed yet again. As always, 1 or two tracks fall out of favor soon, but the other are excellent.
Main difference this time is the sound. This cd sounds way better than the previous ones. Hard to put a finger on it, but it is more open, spacious, etc. I like it better, although it takes away some of the charm of the earlier works. So, if you're new to Laika, save this one for later. To everyone else: highly recommended."

Simply put...**edited 1 year later**

BC | NY | 02/17/2007

(5 out of 5 stars)

"...it's not coming out of my listening rotation for a long time. Every song is followed by an equally listenable, great-feeling-inducing song. I only knew of one track by Laika, "Looking for the Jakelope" from a compilation album, then I came upon this. WOW - a diamond in the rough is what this album is. Can't praise it enough. End of story!



**EDIT** One year later - STILL let it run it's course when one track comes on...I turn shuffle off immediately."