Endtroducing.....

When I listened to 'Donuts' (by J Dilla), I compared it to this album. Mainly because of their innovative use of sampling and boundary-pushing instrumental hip hop.

My biggest criticism of 'Donuts' was the shorter loops that became repetitive. While 'Endtroducing' does have shorter loops, they are few and far between.

This album has longer loops, more complex sampling techniques, interludes, and atmospheric textures that are hard for me to resist.

The melodies feel less repetitive and more progressive. The interludes allow the album to breathe easier. Lastly, the presentation is groovy, but occasionally cinematic and surreal.

DJ Shadow crafts an instrumental and experimental experience like no other. It feels like a spectacle, similar to 'Donuts', but with a bit more of a maximalist approach.