Stereolab

Published November 13, 2003.StereolabInstant O in the Universe EP (Warner)The first record after the death of founding member Mary Hansen follows the group’s signature French-electronica sound while heightening a pop sensibility, making this the most accessible Stereolab work since the mid-’90s. Gone are the minimal beats of Dots and Loops in favour of Stevie Wonder riffs and bouncy bass lines. The irresistible Laetitia Sadier takes control of full vocal duties. Rather than lament the loss of a friend, the Lab has re-discovered the fun in making music.—Johnston Farrow categories: Canadian artist