This 2011 album revisits the band's signature blend of introspective electronic soundscapes and downtempo beats. It captures a moment when trip-hop had begun to splinter into numerous subgenres.
- "Return To Whale Island" was released on April 23, 2011, by the independent label Burger. The album was recorded in San Francisco over a six-month period. It features a guest appearance from the vocalist known as Luna.
- Early Dolphin's work on this album was noted for its atmospheric production and complex rhythms. Critics at the time suggested it pushed the boundaries of the trip-hop genre.
- The album charted at number 18 on the UK Dance Albums Chart. It received positive reviews in publications such as Mixmag and DJ Magazine.
Early Dolphin is an electronic music act from San Francisco, best known for their pioneering work in trip-hop. In 2011, they released "Return To Whale Island" midway through their career, following a period of extensive touring.
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