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In an age when a new musical style appears every week, and existing genres splice and dice in a post modern frenzy, it seems an artist just isn't worth discussing unless branded with a 'nu' this or 'tronica' that. Such are the vagaries of this hyper accelerated culture, acts hailed as boundary-pushing pioneers one day are slated as bandwagoneering scene jumpers the next. Not so Copyright. In the year Gavin and Sam have taken to perfect this debut album, absorbing influences here, experimenting with new sounds there, they've stayed true their own central vision and, indeed, voices - soulful house, with a global vibe. 'I think we wanted to wait until the time was completely right,' says Gavin of Visions and Voices extended gestation period. 'We were quite happy developing our sound, gaining production experience and honing our DJing'. Now it seems that these skills have been perfected. The DJ's are constantly reminded of their past successes by the reaction they get from their fans. When they drop their original track 'Bulo' or their infectious dance floor anthems 'He Is' and 'I Pray' - the dance floor erupts and the music connects every time. It's been more than worth the wait. This album sublimely blends their trademark soulful sound with a host of other influences, it's a reflection of their varied and universally-appealing DJ sets. 'We play sounds with worldwide appeal. You can drop them from Portugal to Australia to Japan,' enthuses Sam. And as their touring schedule attests, the boys have done more for British relations overseas than the Foreign Office could ever dream of. They are a rare example of ambassadors for UK house and entertain thousands at the best venues across the world, with frequent appearances in Tokyo, Ibiza, New York, Sydney and Europe. Longtime collaborators Shovel, Imaani and Tasita D'mour all make an appearance on the record, ensuring continuity, while all brining something new and unique to the mix. Elsewhere, original acid and hip house pioneer K.C. Flightt, new school rapping sensation Mr V and old school don, the inimitable Jazzy B, all join the party as the Copyright family pushes things forward while still remaining true to their roots.