Sault came out of nowhere less than two years ago and has already churned out 4 amazing records, this being their debut. You’ve seen it before: anonymous musical collective, pitch black artwork, “let the music speak for itself”, etc… I really didn’t want to like this as much as I do. Each album is highly approachable and devoid of pretense, executed entirely on their own terms. There’s so much ground covered, from afrobeat and samba to vintage funk and AM soul to golden era rap and Chicago house; it’s safe to say whoever’s involved have spent their lives devouring and mastering these styles. Check out "Masterpiece," "Why Why Why" and "We Are The Sun." Bonus points for the mastering which feels lightweight and unoppressive. Turntable Lab exclusive edition of 1200 on clear vinyl (all of the first four albums are available in TTL exclusive editions); even the standard black pressings have been increasingly hard to get ahold of, especially in North America, so this should be a no brainer. Highest recommendation!

• Turntable Lab exclusive
• clear vinyl pressing
• limited edition of 1200
• music label: Forever Living Originals 2021
• also available: 7 - Turntable Lab Exclusive | Untitled (Rise) - Turntable Lab Exclusive | Untitled (Black Is) - Turntable Lab Exclusive
• TTL Editions 062

reviewed by Fusilli Jerry 01/2021