‘Idealism’ won’t cause the Rephlex roster any sleepless nights, but it will provide a brilliant soundtrack for your next disco-house party. Whatever your musical persuasion.
It’s a curious mix that injects warmth into the icy waters of dance music. And, with its compelling oddness held in place by proper pop hooks, it’s one to play over and over.
If King Creosote is the amiable godfather of twisted folk and José González the clean-cut older brother, then Tunng are the messy and artful younger sibling.