Bonobo - The North Borders 2013 Electronic 320k... Apr 2026

While Green's previous masterpiece, Black Sands (2010), was heavily steeped in gamelan and Middle Eastern influences, The North Borders leans into a cleaner, . The production is characterized by:

: Tracks often begin with a single element—like the thumb piano in " Cirrus "—and gradually build complexity as basslines, percussion, and strings join the mix. Bonobo - The North Borders 2013 Electronic 320k...

The album is notable for its high-profile guest features that transform Green’s abstract beats into soulful, "left-field pop". Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Bonobo - The North Borders [CD] While Green's previous masterpiece, Black Sands (2010), was

: Reviewers from New Rising Media noted the album's "meticulously composed" and "crisp" production, describing it as a "technical marvel". Key Collaborations Go to product viewer dialog for this item

Released in 2013 on the renowned Ninja Tune label, The North Borders serves as a defining bridge in (Simon Green) discography. Transitioning from the jazzy, organic sampling of his earlier work toward a more polished, electronic-forward sound, the album solidified his place as a leader in downtempo and chill-out music . A Sonic Evolution

: Green incorporated environmental samples, such as truck air brakes and closing subway doors, to create unique rhythms and textures.