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Rev - Inverted (Doof)
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Rah
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Posted : Oct 14, 2005 05:30
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Artist: REV
Album: Inverted
Label: Doof Records
Web: http://www.doofrecords.com
Year: 2005
Format: CD
Songs:
1. Inverted [146 BPM's]
2. Saucy [144]
3. System Ducker [142]
4. Hairy Fishnuts [144]
5. Locket Rauncher [145]
6. Dirty Converter [145]
7. Dont Ask Why [146]
8. Dunky Funk [146]
9. CCL-Unleash The Beast [144]
What's this about
Inverted is the debut album of Rev, but not of Troy Leidich who released Fungus of light feat. Bonky in 2000 with numerous appearances on USTA and Doof. As for his newer stuff, the rhythmic drive in Inverted flows well continually, with a prevalence for jarring, liquid modulations spliced right in the middle of an FX tornado.
The pace is hectically reserved with the bass stapled alongside the kick -otherwise we might not get to call it Doof material. The grumbling melodies manage playful and light thematic elements, which now and again turn a bit droning, while still offering some moment's lucidity, making it worthy of a few spins in the least.
I mean, if it's the latest rasping and liquid synth lines you are looking for, you get your fix here. And in turn that similarity does opaque the album a bit. So, I would have cut short a few songs, but that would have made it a very brief album. If you listen close enough though, there are signs of creativity on most tracks. Never mind this sounds like tasty version of full on devoid of untreated whistle-along anthems. The knobbed tweakings echo in your head and that seems to work just fine, whether if it's dancing or chewing your face off in some dark corner.
Per-song break-down
1. Inverted *
The album opens with the self-titled moniker, "Inverted". I am going to take a shot in the dark here and guess there is some obscure effect that is inverted in the sea of different layers and thus the name. The pace of the song defines what is to come: breezy 140's with a fanfare for hammering kicks and enough tweaking on those synth lines to keep the middle ranges busier than an intersection at rush hour.
2. Saucy *
I'll be damned if the track name "Saucy" actually sounds like it's supposed to. A tasty platter full meat and bass to keep trancers happy at any time of day. As the name points out we find synth's with enough liquid to slip your ass off if you're not careful where you are stepping. Congas appear at some point later accompanying the rhythm, adding a little diversity to the clatter.
3. System Ducker *
In “System Ducker” we are treated to an assortment of gated effects, including an accordion. Being South American finding these sounds meshed in the middle of this kind of production hits it too close to home in a perplexing way. One thing Troy did learn well is the use sprinkled voice blips meshing with the effects indelibly. Halfway through the shindig we are introduced to a very straightforward synth burp, defining the song from the FX's storm.
4. Hairy Fishnuts *
Not having any clue what is a "Hairy Fishnut" I googled it out for you. As it turns out there is a rather daft-looking penguin with a huge beak, named Opus in the Washington post (on the cartoons section). And hairy fishnuts is one of his favorite phrases. As for the song… well, there is definitely a quacking sound that could be confused with the conversation of two penguins. Overall, one of the more intricate chapters in the album, with enough ear candy to keep everyone happy no matter how un-sober you are.
5. Locket Rauncher **
This one is amongst the better tracks that pushed me to write this review. “Locket Launcher” is dying to open a mix and if 145 is not the magic number for this kind of music, I don't know which one is. The energy level is just above ground and the production in comparison to the previous songs remains a bit more minimal, as the effects tune in all the right spots with an emphasis on the groove. 'It was spiritual, like wave…' very tasty stuff.
6. Dirty Converter **
The “Dirty Converter” comes awash with a distorted riff that seems to hover over the pulsations to be followed by even more snarling sounds. To my ears it seems a little static on the lower ranges, missing a few chances to sneak in there a few congas or something.
7. Dont Ask Why
In “Don't ask Why” we dare not wonder what exactly happened to the groove or the knobbed synth lines. It's a rather uneventful track smeared with samples that don't stand out. A rather freakish experiment of 'voodoo shit' echoing quasi-chants. Overall I don't find enough harmonics in the bubbling sounds by the end to keep me interested all the way.
8. Dunky Funk
And we continue the streak of rather bleak tracks with “Dunky Funk” and to my ears it is not funky enough. It sounds a like a loop of a 40 second segment that never really develops, over the distant voice saying god knows what except ‘wake up' know and again. Does it work personally? I am not really sure…
9. CCL-Unleash The Beast
And the inversion comes to and end with “Unleash the Beast” in a collaboration with Paul Elfferich (Zebra-N). Either this one is too wobbly too call out any attention on itself or the wine I had earlier is kicking strong. Either way I don't really feel like the beast left the cage on this one. The track is not bad and you can hear four hands on the sequencer with a fair share of trance-inducing interaction, strange melodies & an effect that sounds like growling or something, but is not pumping enough for my taste. I was expecting to get my head blown off with that name, while at this point I simply feel intoxicated… but that was probably the wine…
* Favourites
All and all
A number of great tracks a number of misses, but looking back at it… I haven't really heard any album in 2005 that gets them all right in this realm of psy trance…yet. Part of the task in being a self-respecting listener and DJ is to try to find the gems in the rough and you do get a fair number with REV. My guess is Inverted works best in the dance floor, but you have every right -nay- obligation, to blast this at home and shake a leg if it floats your boat.
Where to get
http://www.beatspace.com/dettagli/dettaglio.asp?id=2183[/url]
http://www.psyshop.com/shop/CDs/doo/doo1cd017.html[/url]
http://www.saikosounds.com/english/display...ase.asp?id=4954[/url]
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Acidhive
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Posted : Oct 14, 2005 14:06
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I've heard it a few times and can't say it manages to impress me. To me most of the tracks on offer here sound the same and there's almost no melody or some good thought in this at all. Sounds like a lot of random synth squelches to me and most songs are the same. As if there was one prototype, and the rest was just put through a random generator or something like that. Not for me. But, those in love with this style will probably find a good listen here.
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DiMiTry
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Posted : Oct 14, 2005 17:46
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Excellent album - very psychedelic, playful, and fun, but not too dark or too hard - a rare species these days. I'll probably keep playing this one for a while to come.
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TranceChick
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Posted : Oct 16, 2005 04:30
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On 2005-10-14 17:46, DiMiTry wrote:
Excellent album - very psychedelic, playful, and fun, but not too dark or too hard - a rare species these days. I'll probably keep playing this one for a while to come.
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I agree 100%
For me, Rev's Cd is an incredible journey through the mind into the subconscious.
" Inverted " has special meaning for me... Especialy track #9 " Unleash The Beast " has a more personal connection, because I've heard the original!! 
This isn't one of those Cd's you need to let "grow on you". You either love it or not.
I, for one Love it!
Thank you Troy for all your hard work on this great piece of Musical Art! 
Hopefully, more releases to follow.
Peace & Love;
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bluespectralmonkey
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Posted : Oct 17, 2005 05:48
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every time i play one of these i just love it more
i havent had time to write reviews much lately, this is one that i wanted to comment on.
absolutely solid mindscraping driving trancescapes, a bunch of em. each one has its own best parts and overall its a cd i can really space out to when listening on a drive or at home. no inconsistencies or weak spots really.
thanks!
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!Ce M@n
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Posted : Oct 18, 2005 08:10
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his first Solo album.. and its
absolutely dark and twisted...
groove slated basslines thrown alongside shards of mind melding syncs to lift your spirits, saturate your soul and keep the sun wroshippers aching for more!
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zebra-n
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Posted : Oct 19, 2005 00:49
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i heard african wine can really get to you at a certain point....  great reviews, keep em coming, we also will... ! ciao, paul |
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Rah
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On 2005-10-19 00:49, zebra-n wrote:
i heard african wine can really get to you at a certain point.... great reviews, keep em coming, we also will... ! ciao, paul
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i am most distinguished 3-euro/bottle wine connoisseur, too cheap to afford the 'expensive stuff'...
i also like to bitch about music in case you failed to notice  you keep doing what stems from heart, all the best!
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zebra-n
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Posted : Oct 22, 2005 16:29
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hey rah,
i noticed... perhaps a change of wine mite help, hehe
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rev@doof
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Posted : Oct 23, 2005 03:12
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Hey Rah and everyone thanks for comments good and bad. It's nice to see! Cheers, Troy |
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Posted : Oct 23, 2005 13:20
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Alot of incredible vibes and tunes from this album! Props to Doof Records, another amaizing release, like always.. Looking foward to hear some more Rev tunes!
Another review coming soon.. =) Peace & Love!
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TranceChick
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Posted : Oct 23, 2005 19:08
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On 2005-10-23 13:20, Saylum wrote:
Alot of incredible vibes and tunes from this album! Props to Doof Records, another amaizing release, like always.. Looking foward to hear some more Rev tunes!
Another review coming soon.. =)
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I was thinking the same thing... thanks Saylum! 
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