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    The Phantom Tollbooth 2003/Various Artists

    Various Artists

    Electro Blueprints

    (2003)

    Reviewed by Trae Cadenhead

    Label Ballistic Test ProductionsThe Phantom Tollbooth2003
    ambientelectronicelectronicaindustrial

    The label Ballistic Test Productions specializes in underground electronic music and, fittingly, their sampler runs the gamut of all that is possible in electronica from industrial to trance to ambience. In general, the instrumental songs on the album seem to work the best. Artists like Non Revanche, Substructure, and Paragon Null lay down tracks that are easy to get into. True Colour of Blood also provides something of interest with the dark atmosphere they bring to the musical soundscape. Of course, a good number of tracks fall short. Regardless, those who like electronic music could definitely fit this CD into their collection nicely. For those who aren't, this album is enough of a novelty in its diversity that it's still worth giving a listen to.

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