1. INTRODUCTION 2. THE 5TH EXOTIC 3. SNAKES IN THE GRASS 4. INFINITE REGRESSION 5. LIFE IN THE RAIN 6. LONG ROAD AHEAD 1. COMMON KNOWLEDGE 2. THE PICTURE INSIDE 3. THROUGH THESE EYES 4. TIME IS THE ENEMY 5. IN THE KEY OF BLUE 6. MEANING
Description:
5th Exotic by Quantic, released 19 November 2013, includes the following tracks: "Snakes In The Grass", "Life In The Rain" and more.
This version of 5th Exotic comes as a 2xLP.
The vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. Another vinyl is pressed as a opaque disc. -
All tracks recorded @ "The Doctors Surgery" Stockport
Made in England
"The 5th Exotic" is a seminal LP by producer and multi-instrumentalist Quantic, released on the forward-thinking independent label TRU THOUGHTS. On this album, Quantic blends downtempo, instrumental hip-hop, jazzy breaks and subtle Latin influences into a warm, organic soundscape that feels both timeless and modern. Rich bass lines, crisp drums, soulful samples and intricate arrangements invite you to dive deep into a cinematic listening experience that works equally well on headphones and in a relaxed living-room setting. The LP format underlines the album's character as a cohesive work: each side unfolds like a journey, from laid-back grooves and head-nodding beats to more atmospheric, introspective moments. "The 5th Exotic" is especially appealing to fans of classic beat-driven music, trip-hop and nu-jazz who value musical detail, analogue warmth and a strong sense of groove. It's a record that rewards repeated listening, revealing new layers and textures with every spin. Quantic, the artistic alias of British musician Will Holland, is known for fusing electronic production with live instrumentation and deep musical research. Over the years he has released numerous acclaimed projects across styles such as funk, soul, cumbia and jazz, and is widely respected for his collaborations with international musicians and vocalists. His work has helped shape the sound of modern downtempo and left-field dance music, earning him a loyal global following and a strong reputation among DJs, collectors and music lovers. "The 5th Exotic" stands as one of his early landmark releases, showcasing the melodic flair and rhythmic sophistication that would define his later career. TRU THOUGHTS, the label behind this LP, is an independent imprint renowned for its eclectic, quality-driven catalogue across soul, funk, jazz, electronica and global sounds. The label has built a reputation for nurturing innovative artists, paying attention to sound quality and presentation, and consistently championing music that sits between the club and the living room. With "The 5th Exotic", TRU THOUGHTS once again underlines its role as a tastemaker label dedicated to timeless, genre-defying records.
