DJ Kicks is a long-running series of DJ mixes by the !K7 label; Erlend Øye is half of the Norwegian indie pop duo Kings of Convenience. Through his side projects, Erlend has moved into electronic and dance music, touring as a DJ.
This mix was actually released last year, but I didn’t hear it until earlier this year and it’s been in heavy rotation ever since.
The music is primarily microhouse, but what makes the album unique is the fact that Erlend sings over most of the tracks. He’s got a surprisingly good voice, paired with goofy, melancholy lyrics that work well over his chosen instrumentals.
As usual, registered users can sample the album.
Highly Recommended (A-)