Gil Scott-Heron and Jamie xx - 'I'll Take Care Of U'

'I'll Take Care Of U' is the second track released from the remix album 'We're New Here' by the xx's Jamie (did you guess by the name?) and hobo voiced soul legend Gil Scott Heron. We first got a taste of this record late last year when first single 'NY Is Killing Me' was debuted, and promised an intriguing blend of pained vocal work and ultra modern electronic music. 'I'll Take Care Of U' doesn't disappoint in this respect, or any respect for that matter. Beginning with Gil's toothless laments on love, on top of smooth piano chords and understated hi hats, segueing into a calming Explosions In The Sky-ish melody. The track continues in this vein, building up with 80's style party synth, the crescendo blending the two. This is a fantastically groovy track and, like the single before it, sets this remix album up to be a great piece of work.