Nitin Sawhney: Human

By GRAHAM REID

(Herald rating: * * * *)

Anglo-Indian multi-instrumentalist and composer Sawhney's sixth multi-culti solo album is the most satisfying implosion of his talents so far which stretches from the languid r'n'b opener through the gorgeous vocal colouring of Natacha Atlas and Brazilian beats, and has samples of speeches by Enoch Powell, MLK, Nixon and Thatcher scattered throughout.

There are lullaby-like songs, Indo trip-hop and dance tracks. And more.

A journey through diverse cultures with an intelligent guide pointing out landmarks and the stories behind them.

Label: FMR