A gorgeous return to form from Ver Mode. Return, because it ascends the heights of their previous career peak, Violator. The addition of Mark Bell at the production desk has focused their sound back to their true electronic roots (no bombastic rock in sight). As a result, beats bounce and scatter over pulsating undercurrents, while Martin embellishes the mix with an acoustic twang. Dave croons a cyber torch song, asking us "can you feel a little love?". Oh yes! The new album "Exciter" (named after the infamous condom, perhaps?), is a gorgeous, soporific affair. Very late night. And "Dream On" is it's silk pillow.