Four Tet - New Energy Vinyl 2LP

Released in 2017, Four Tet’s New Energy marked a return to warmth and accessibility after a series of more austere electronic projects. The album blends elements of house, ambient, and UK bass with Kieran Hebden’s signature ear for hypnotic melodies and intricate textures. Tracks like “Two Thousand and Seventeen” showcase a delicate balance of sampled strings and electronic beats, while others lean into dancefloor rhythms or spacious, meditative atmospheres. Critics praised the record for its emotional resonance and versatility, framing it as one of Hebden’s most accomplished works of the decade. New Energy reaffirmed Four Tet’s role as a boundary-pushing producer capable of bridging club culture and headphone introspection.