Third Law is the third studio album by British record producer Roly Porter. It was released on 22 January 2016 through Tri Angle. It received universal acclaim from critics.
Background Roly Porter is a British record producer. He is a member of Vex'd, along with Jamie Teasdale. The duo released Degenerate (2005) and Cloud Seed (2010).
Third Law is Porter's third solo studio album, following Aftertime (2011) and Life Cycle of a Massive Star (2013). It was released on 22 January 2016 through Tri Angle.
Critical reception
Paul Simpson of AllMusic described the album as "another stunning, occasionally overwhelming mass of sound utilizing choral voices, strings, and vintage synthesizers in addition to pulverizing percussive bursts." He added, "As eye-opening as its cover art, Third Law is a startling, fascinating listen and another triumph for Porter." Harley Brown of Spin stated, "In trying to transcend dance music, he's actually made its purest form: an album that's a listening experience."
Bryon Hayes of Exclaim! stated, "Just as deep and cosmic in scope as its predecessor, this album eschews traditional beats in favour of a primordial throb, a rhythm that seems to originate deep within the planet's core." He added, "Enrobed in a thick coat of static and flanked by darkness, these eight lengthy pieces are full of all manner of uncanny spirits." Brian Duricy of PopMatters stated, "In the history of electronic music paying homage to our ideas of outer space, Porter has crafted a deserving addition to the canon."
Accolades + Year-end lists for Third Law Publication List Rank The Quietus Albums of the Year 2016
Track listing
Personnel Credits adapted from liner notes.
Roly Porter – production Cynthia Millar – ondes Martenot Paul Jebanasam – guitar Matt Colton – mastering Dr.Me – design Suren Manbelyan – photography
References
Further reading
External links Third Law at Bandcamp