Zero 7 – When It Falls

Beautifully crafted and produced, When It Falls is a fitting follow-up to Zero 7’s 2001 platinum hit Simple Things. Reintroducing several of their debut’s guest vocalists, the band continue to meld subtle orchestras, elegant jazz and easy-going West Coast soul and folk, creating a sound so tasteful it makes Morcheeba sound like Napalm Death. The album opens with the appropriately titled “Warm Sound”, where long-time collaborator Mozez delivers his spacey soul over a quivering flute and funky keys.