III

III experiments more, sacrificing none of its attractiveness while venturing into skittish micro-trap, exotic ethno-techno, and something akin to Adele singing William S. Burroughs lyrics over classic glitch.

III is a record for getting lost in your thoughts, rather than losing your mind on the floor.

Their latest offering confirms the act have found footing with their sound, as III revels in minimal electro glitch while an orchestral current weaves beautifully throughout, Ring's vocals lending soulful, poignant reflection not often found in contemporary electronic music.

It's apparent from III’s air of ease and consistency of style that they've finally gelled around one vision.

Regardless of how one feels about III ... one fact remains: Moderat is making music that’s inspired by all forms of electronic music, putting them in a category all their own.

Heard in one go, with all those swelling choruses and sweeping melodies, III can feel awfully bombastic. The best moments come when Moderat keeps things simple.

An album of highlights, and no shortage of high-gloss production polish, ‘III’ isn’t Moderat’s magic number but after strained beginnings; it’s still a pretty special one.