Hole In The Sky is a brand new label out of Australia, and their first release (this one) has already been turning heads 'round these parts. (The infection started within Pro Squad when H.I.T.S. slipped an early promo our way; then last month The FADER tagged them as a "label to watch" in 2008.) Fred Cherry's "Busride To The Zoo(1)" is a psychedelic disco groover with percussion galore, handclaps, whistles and a sharp, punky bassline. I didn't get it at first, but Snack & C'mish know a joint when they hear one, and after a couple the awesomeness revealed itself. My favorite downtempo jam of late has been The Templates' "Daylight(2)," a true late night smoker if ever there was one. Two totally different tracks with opposing styles that complement each other perfectly - in other words, very good stuff. What's next, H.I.T.S.? Limited to 500. Recommended.

reviewed by Larri Byrd