Gerd Janson presents Musik for Autobahns

Review: With a title like this, its no surprise to learn that the compilation Gerd Janson has pulled together for Rush Hour is somewhat indebted to the legacy of Kraftwerk. In a thoroughly refreshing focus of intent, the contributing artists have had to reach towards a preface of "ambient not ambient" to take part in this project, and the end results showcase artists reaching beyond the common fare they turn out in their day to day release schedules. With his roots in ambient, Move D is of course right at home here, as is Roman Flugel, but its exciting to hear the Krautrock tones of Ames "Erkki" or the claustrophobic beatdown of Maxxi & Zeus (better known as Quiet Village).