The Ablist R & B The result is a compelling

The result is a compelling record that reveals new intricacies with each listen

Stankonia was OutKast's second straight masterstroke

more Liars kind of film score

but with more warmth and hospitality

A standout track is the eerie rendition of "Michael Row the Boat Ashore"

The Ablist R & B The result is a compellingInfluenced by Herbie Hancock's "Rockit," The Ablist melds jazz and hip hop. Swift introduces the turntable as a virtuosic instrument, playing it solo and with a band. Many songs explore ways not yet heard. "What Would You Do?" uses scratches as an instrumental answer. "Fusion Beats" shows it can be a jamming instrument with keyboard interplay. It's also in a full band context on "Modern Day Music" and "All that Scratching Is Making Me Rich!" With