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With Marathon, Finnish producers Roberto Rodriguez and Jukka Kaartinen prove that good things come to those who wait. Track N Field's simmering musical development has resulted in this 20-track debut that spans two CDs. Its foundation in old-school downtempo is complimented by bossa nova, dub, breaks, house, and more. The moody, cinematic title track is a beautifully dark head-nodder that could seemingly go on for ages. Marathon is bound to endure long after crossing the finish line.