Merciless

A magnificent debut from Andy Stott – 40 minutes that re-examine, re-create and re-define the spirit of Detroit, deep house, electro and, um, IDM. From the brooding, expansive tech of opener ‘Florence’ that moves effortlessly from micro to macro to the haunting piano and gently surging string of the (too short!) ‘Peace Of Mind, this is a deep record that rewards close scrutiny.