Black Sands

Laid-back London groove maestro Simon Green (alias Bonobo) returns after a considerable absence (on the recording front, at least) with this fourth full-length helping of his masterfully mellow monkey magic. Black Sands marks a clear evolution in Bonobo's sound, blending future-jazz with more sophisticated and complex rhythms. The album features tracks that combine elegant strings with experimental hip-hop beats, dubstep influences, funky Afro-Latin grooves and swing-inflected breakbeats.