Morgan Ågren has an amazing resume, playing with everyone from Frank Zappa to Swedish prog legends Kaipa. What can one expect from a solo album from this legendary drummer? Even though it is called “Batterie Deluxe,” one thing it isn’t is a long drum solo. Ågren uses electronics, exotic instrumentation and samples to form the music which drums along with. This is a very experimental album to say the least.
The closest comparison would be what Pat Mastelotto has done with the King Crimson side band, ProjeKCt Three. The bottom line here is that while this is clearly on a different level talent-wise, it is NOT an easy listen by any means. If you are a fan of Frank Zappa or King Crimson at their strangest and jazziest, “Batterie Deluxe” is definitely for you. The rest of you might not survive this record! The album features guest appearances by Mats Öberg, Devin Townsend, Frederik Thordendal, and more.
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