William Orbit/ Strange Cargo
Hinterland
Million Town
She Cries Your Name
Montok Point
Hulaville
Kiss of the Bee
El Ninjo
Crimes of the Future
The Name of the Wave
Say Anything
Lost in Blue
Hinterland
The Last Dream of Lucy Mariner
Warner Bros, 1995
The cliché' of "A Journey of a thousand miles begins but with a single step." has a direct meaning here. I was perusing the classical section of Tower Records in Austin some years ago and noticed they had interspersed some modern instrumental music in with the traditional classical at their listening station. I saw this odd CD cover, thought the name "Strange Cargo" was interesting in and of itself and pressed the button. Since then i have worn out one CD of Hinterland, bought another and turned more than 3 people onto it. They generally have the same reaction i did.
WOW
This CD represents a turning point in my understanding of music and in a very real way, this was my 'entry ramp' into my current fascination and love for house, trance, jungle and especially modern ambient (See also: Global Communication, A Positive Life). That is, what William Orbit creates here is a mosaic of deep, sensuous pieces that rely on minimal vocals, intricate rhythms, mystery, some complex arrangements and compositions that leads the listener down a dark and erotic path. You may feel the need to move to the music, a slow lazy grind as the music builds to its crescendo. You may feel the need to lay on your bed, stare at the stars and moon outside your window and float for a while. You may be barraged with memories of the ocean, the warmth of a lovers touch, or maybe both. But one thing is for sure: you will most likely feel something when immersed in the experience that Hinterland has to offer.