Review by Adam Owens

Shanghai Gesture's latest album, Mojo Pagoda, is a captivating and innovative blend of traditional Chinese music with modern electronic beats. The album features a diverse range of instruments, including the erhu, guzheng, and pipa, which are seamlessly woven together with electronic synths and beats.

The album opens with "Dance of the Phoenix," a high-energy track that sets the tone for the rest of the album. "Mojo Pagoda," the title track, is a standout with its hypnotic melody and pulsating rhythm. Other highlights include "Lotus Blossom," a beautiful and tranquil piece that showcases the erhu's emotive qualities, and "Dragonfly," a more experimental track that incorporates spoken word and glitchy beats.

Summary by Adam Owens

Mojo Pagoda is a masterful fusion of traditional and contemporary sounds that showcases Shanghai Gesture's unique musical vision. With its lush instrumentation and dynamic arrangements, this album is a must-listen for fans of world music and electronic music alike.