"LAKUNA comes across as completely organic dance music. The hypnotic drum beats and earthy samples make for a nice, interesting soundtrack to films not yet realised. This album is at times sad, contemplative, confused, and happy."
What a pleasant surprise
Dudley Dooright | 05/19/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is a tour de force for one of the most innovative and gifted drummers around. Being a huge Muses fan and one who enjoys dance music (to say nothing of moody instrumental soundtrack-y like stuff), I was predisposed to like this album. That's why it was so much more enjoyable when I found it totally unlike anything I was expecting, and in fact, much better than I'd anticipated. Moody as hell, the CD runs the gamut of emotions, with David's strong rhythmic sense the only constant. Put it on on a hot summer night--or a cold wintry day--and you'll find something new to enjoy about it with each new listen. Nice, nice stuff."
Why is this being so overlooked?
Dudley Dooright | 11/02/1999
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Lakuna has a rich musical tradition at its core (David Narcizo played drums for Throwing Muses for 12+ years...)and it hones in on a brilliant mix of samples, beats and shards of vocals. This is a great CD, full of sonic twists and turns, and should at least be garnering some dance floor nods. It can't quite hold up for its duration, but it's much better than a lot of the crap littering the radio and dance floors right now...."
HYPNOTIC!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!
Dudley Dooright | 09/10/1999
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD is amazing! LAKUNA takes you on a wonderful journey with it's hypnotic beats! It has something for everyone. Tracks 1 through 5 build up to Track 6 "SO HAPPY" - which is the peak for this CD. The drums by DAVE NARCIZO are unbelievable on all songs but especially this one! Songs 7 and 8 are the icing on this cake! Track 8 "THE VERY NEXT DAY" is just beautiful! Track 2 "VEGA" is very gothic and haunting. BRAVO to this new artist! Everyone involved with the making of this CD is obviously extremely talented! I hope they continue to make this incredible music!"