Hard to believe it’s been seven years since Steve Spacek and Ashley Anderson aka Katalyst last appeared on the scene. That doesn’t seem to matter for the duo known as Space Invadas are as sharp as ever. With their new lp “Wild World” Katalyst lays the foundation with classic soul inspired samples with an analog sound and beats tailor made for Spacek’s falsetto vocals. That’s apparent right out the gate with “Welcome”. Katalyst laces the track with heavy beats for Spacek and Melbourne vocalist Natalie Slade’s sweet soulful vocals to soar. The title track is a hip-hop soulful banger where rapper Remi and spacek wax poetic about the state of affairs in the world today. “Don’t Ever Look Back” has a percussion filled Latin vibe while “Say Something” is a mellowed out love song. This is a tightly produced lp with twelve strong tracks. Katalyst has distinguished himself as a premier producer while Spacek’s recognizable voice is always a delight. These two make quite a team and it’s great to have them back.
