- Since his first record, Tim Van De Meutter has been melding genres into a sleek and sparkling modern alloy. He mixes the pomp of prog house with the steely resolve of contemporary techno, leading to gems like "Rooted" and appearances on labels like Life And Death and Kompakt. He hasn't had a solo release in three years, so Whistle is a fine comeback.
"Whistle" is up there with Van De Meutter's best tracks. It sounds like an update of an old BT tune, pumping and proggy with a wiry bassline. Throw in the spasms of dubbed-out chords and taut rhythms and you've got something that brings a touch of the '90s trance label Perfecto to a 2018 dance floor. "Birds Of Prey" isn't as fetching, but it's a solid tool, putting a bright spin on warehouse techno without getting too flashy. These tracks could signal a more mature and well-oiled Locked Groove sound, which would make his return all the more welcome.
TracklistA Whistle
B Birds of Prey