MLO — Io LP 2x12" +10"

Mlo – Io LP 2x12" + opens a three-disc reissue from Forever Records (catalogue FRVR-3-LTD) that revisits the mid-90s ambient pop masterpiece originally issued on Rising High. Presented as a 3×12-inch set on black vinyl, the release pairs the original double LP with a bonus 10-inch disc that houses two previously unheard versions of the opening piece “Wimborne”. The reissue arrives at a moment when Forever’s catalogue is expanding, following the earlier Psychick Warriors Ov Gaia documents (FRVR-1-LTD) and Fila Brazillia’s “Old Codes New Chaos” (FRVR-2-LP), and preceding the upcoming Dubtribe Sound System “Selene Songs” (FRVR-4-LTD) and Exquisite Corpse “Dream Night Dance Music” (FRVR-5-LTD). Within Forever’s current output, Io occupies a reflective slot between the label’s early explorations of new-edge folk-inspired electronica and its forthcoming dub-inflected releases. The original double LP, now paired with the limited 10-inch, underscores the label’s commitment to resurfacing overlooked UK ambient works, offering both historical context and fresh listening angles for contemporary audiences. Side A opens with “Wimborne”, a piece that sets a spacious tone, inviting listeners into a slowly evolving soundscape that feels as much a mental landscape as a musical one. “Noodle #1” follows, maintaining the contemplative atmosphere while subtly shifting the textural focus, creating a gentle progression that bridges the first and second sides. Side B’s “Fast Water” introduces a slightly more kinetic undercurrent, its pacing suggesting a movement deeper beneath the surface calm established earlier. “Lagoon” then eases back into a languid flow, its title evoking a still body of water that mirrors the album’s overall sense of submerged tranquility. Side C continues the journey with “Moon Over Lagos”, a track whose title hints at an exotic nocturnal vista, extending the ambient narrative into a broader geographic imagination. “Ghost” follows, offering a fleeting, ethereal moment that feels like a sonic after-image, reinforcing the album’s motif-driven structure. Side D is devoted to the two-part suite “In Search Of Lost Time”. Part 1 unfolds with a measured, immersive development, while Part 2 deepens the exploration, both sections acting as the album’s centerpiece, inviting prolonged focus and deep listening. The bonus 10-inch disc concludes the set with two unreleased reinterpretations of “Wimborne”. The first, “Wimborn (1994 Unreleased Remix)”, revisits the original theme through a slightly altered lens, while the second, “Wimborn (1994 Unreleased Ambient Remix)”, strips the material back further, emphasizing the piece’s ambient core. In the context of Mlo’s output, Io stands as the label’s definitive reissue of the duo’s only full-length effort, previously catalogued as FRVR-3-LP. The addition of the bonus disc enriches the original narrative, offering collectors a deeper glimpse into the creative process behind the album’s opening motif. For DJs and collectors, the record provides a rich source of atmospheric material suitable for late-night sets, ambient interludes, or as a backdrop for experimental mixing. Its expansive tracks lend themselves to extended layering, while the two unreleased remixes supply fresh textures for those seeking to reinterpret classic ambient moments. The physical package is a 3×12-inch black vinyl set, housed in a gatefold sleeve that includes the limited 10-inch disc. The presentation respects the original aesthetic while delivering a tactile experience that aligns with the era’s analog sensibilities. Mlo – Io LP 2x12" +, Forever Records, catalogue FRVR-3-LTD, 3×12-inch vinyl, 10 tracks, released 16 October 2026. Tracklist: A1. Mlo – Wimborne A2. Mlo – Noodle #1 B1. Mlo – Fast Water B2. Mlo – Lagoon C1. Mlo – Moon Over Lagos C2. Mlo – Ghost D1. Mlo – In Search Of Lost Time (Part 1) D2. Mlo – In Search Of Lost Time (Part 2) E1. Mlo – Wimborn (1994 Unreleased Remix) F1. Mlo – Wimborn (1994 Unreleased Ambient Remix)