Bound to be one of the sleeper hits of the year, Nor'easter is a masterful collection of compositions from a collective who's quickly gaining notoriety on the east coast. Part classical, part avant garde, but always experimental, the album is perfect for those seeking a sound that is 'different' yet still crafted with utmost attention to detail and cohesive as a single unit. Six tracks spill over an hour's worth of material, creating an eerie journey that combines electronics and acoustics in a timely 21st century fashion, but within the context of a more antiquated framework. The result is a completely enthralling work of art; once the experience is instigated, we stare wide eyed until its completion. Clearly, this is one of the more gutsy and well executed albums of the year. Slow Six is a must have.