Sam Shepherd aka Floating Points, while on tour, finished a gig in LA and decided to spend time near Joshua Tree National Park w/ his ensemble. The gang set up shop outdoors and began playing throughout the day and night. Quickly, they realized how unique of a recording environment the nature surrounding them provided, and favors were called in to have sound gear hauled into the location. Accompanied by video footage (DVD included), the tracks on Reflections - Mojave Desert are the end products of Shepherd & his band's exploration of their surroundings through their musical lens. Ambient, space-y post-rock vibes are in full effect on the LP: psychedelic sounds bits to synth wanderings and effects-drenched guitar work, the sublime compositions directly reflect the topography of the remote location. Props to Floating Points for this one, his musical range and experimental mind always impresses. gatefold sleeves includes DVD 16-page 12"x12" photo booklet music label: Luaka Bop 2017 reviewed by kanim 07/2017
