sia - rewrite (justus köhncke remix) (mp3)

i've been trying my best for quite a while now, but i'm still really struggling to find a decent sia record that hasn't involved the majority of creative inspiration coming from someone else - zero 7's simple things tracks were simply stunning, different gear's take on "drink to get drunk" is well worth tracking down, and both our mark and the unabombers are big fans of red astaire's version of "where i belong". however, it seems when left to her own devices i've always found that she just can't cut the mustard (prove me wrong kids, prove me wrong).

coming on top even after all the gems above, my personal favourite has to be "rewrite", from kompakt head honcho justus köhncke. his productions are nothing short of mind blowing (see "2 after 909" for irrefutable proof) and this is a beautifully subtle track, which wouldn't sound out of place on northern exposure. sia's vocals are somehow drugged-up, and glide over the top of a throbbing beat and sweeping strings. oh, and that chorus! köhncke's mastery lies in making perfect use of the spaces between the music, rather than bombarding the listener with everything and the kitchen sink. turn the lights down low, the volume right up, and enjoy.