XLR8R

Like a tempting amuse bouche, this seven-track split EP precedes a CvJ double-CD of unreleased goodies and a taste of both acts' future directions. For CvJ, it's increased Boards of Canada-esque melodic moodiness; "Durusey" being particularly dark and poignant. Alternately, Freescha sidesteps the disco-funk drama of their acclaimed What's Come Inside of You for bubbly, textural snippets.