released: may 8th, 2026

genre: electronic

from: london, uk

label: hyperdub

a few thoughts: detached from the rest of you is in some ways loraine james’ most subdued and personal album. her 4th release on hyperdub records features 12 tracks of glitchy yet melodic and beautiful compositions. she sings more on this album than any other she’s put out, and while i’m not crazy about her vocals throughout the album, i’m really inspired by her willingness to push herself out of her comfort zone and add something new to her music. the jagged and disorienting beat arrangement on the opener “a long distance call” sets the tone for the rest of the album, with a fun, upbeat groove that is just fantastic from start to finish. the off-kilter glitchiness is so infectious. “the book of self doubt” is a revealing and vulnerable cut off the album, while the colourful and bubbly energy of “in a rut” featuring sydney spann is a beautiful moment on the album, with stunning vocals and a gorgeous synth-led composition. “score” anysia kym feels intimate, while “seems like i” features reflective lyrics on how every day feels the same, over a subdued and slow-paced beat. “flatline” featuring miho hatori is one of my favourite moments on the album, with a frantic, energetic groove, with gorgeous synth leads and effects glistening over a dynamic and punchy beat, and vocals from miho asking “is it love?”. there’s something truly hypnotic about this track. “peak again” featuring alan sparhawk is another interesting moment on the album, as the track alternates between punchy live drumming and glitchy, frantic electronica, with ruminative lyricism. “habits & patterns” featuring tirzah is more of a sober cut, with piano notes colouring the soundscape beautifully. “wish i was like u” is a short but menacing cut, as loraine’s spoken-word piece is echoed over a dark and unassuming instrumental. “ending us all” featuring le3 black & fyn dobson has a colourful and overwhelming composition, with cascading synths and piano melodies that feel riveting, while le3 black’s dynamic verse adds infectious energy to the album. “forever still (steel)” is another highlight on the album. the heavy, frantic drumming transforms into a slower-paced ambient piece, with loraine singing “i’ll be forever, still / steel” beautifully. my favourite vocal moment of hers on this album. “see through” closes the album out with a light and melodic moment, as light and bright synth melodies and swirling effects complement loraine’s emphatic vocals one last time. detached from the rest of you is another tour de force from one of the most forward-thinking and talented electronic artists working today.

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