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Liima

II

Debut collaboration between Danish indie electronic group Efterklang and Finnish jazz drummer Tatu Rönkkö

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6.6

Label
4AD
UK Release date
18/03/2016
US Release date
18/03/2016
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  1. 8.0 |   NME

    ‘ii’ is a record that unveils itself slowly, initially sounding ugly and abrasive before the melodies surge to the fore
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  2. 8.0 |   musicOMH

    This is handcrafted, in-it-for-the-long-haul music, which will give many hours of pleasure
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  3. 7.5 |   The Line Of Best Fit

    A globetrotting journey that blends niche, experimental instrumentation with stirring, anthemic soundscapes
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  4. 7.0 |   Uncut

    Sentimental yet experimental, ii suggests Liima could be the band Efterklang always wanted to be. Print edition only

  5. 6.0 |   The Irish Times

    Teases action-packed jams into songs full of supple, beguiling attractions
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  6. 6.0 |   Drowned In Sound

    Although Liima’s first offering is somewhat of a mixed affair, it is worth sticking with, for both them and us
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  7. 6.0 |   DIY

    It’s a project that serves as a refreshing dive into experimentation and spontaneity post-Efterklang
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  8. 6.0 |   All Music

    Liima still recognizably sounds like Efterklang, but it seems like there's less pressure for them to construct a monumental statement here, and the group seem to enjoy their freedom
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