Best Dance 99 (40 Huge Dance Hits) - Various Artists

Advantages: Some real gems
Disadvantages: Quite a lot of pathetic overplayed tracks too

...the few of my favourite tracks on this album so that you can see its good side (the numbers I have given next to each song are not the track numbers, just the way I have numbered them): 1.Lou Bega - 'Mambo no.5' - 3:35 What a great track! this is an instant classic which will be played for years to come. Using a big band, Lou Bega mixes a bit of jazz with a certain 'je ne sais quoi' (i think thats how you spell it!) 2.Jamiroquai - 'Canned Heat' - 3:18 I am a huge Jamiroquai fan so this has to go in. Definately one of the best tracks available here and also one of Jamiroquai's best. This combines an extreme amount of funk with acid jazz and heavy bass to create a really danceable track. 3.Sixpence none the richer - 'Kiss me' - 3:17 A lovely track which makes you sing along. This is one of sixpence none the richers' best tracks... Read review

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Advantages: Songs, mix/range of artists
Disadvantages: None

...a party. The songs are amazing. You have LMC vs U2 with "Take Me To The Clouds Above". I don't know how to define this song, it's not overdone with synthesizers and effects. You have Ultrabeat's uplifting track "Feelin' Fine", Motorcycle's "As The Rush Comes"(quite a moody and dark tune), Lasgo's "Surrender", Kelly Llorenna's powerful vocals on "This Time I Know It's For Real", Northern Heightz's dancefloor hit "Look At Us", Despina Vandi's sensational and rhythmic "Gia", Tiësto's "Traffic" and Tube & Berger and Chrissie Hynde's collaboration on "Straight Ahead". I believe they've got the right mix of artists on here, providing a variety of styles within the "dance" genre. As always, there are some naff tracks on here from one hit wonders or people you've never heard of, but the balance of these and all the artists & songs listed above makes up... Read review

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Advantages: Range of great dance songs
Disadvantages: -

...If your like me and love your dance music no matter what era it's in then you're going to love this cd created by the ministry of sound. I own alot of ministry of sound cds and each one never leaves me with disappoinment. I think this one is by far the best they have brought out, with songs ranging from Basshunter to Snap your garunteed to have a boogie when your listening to these cds. I'd say it's good value for money as well no matter where you buy it from as you get 3 cds with 60 great well known songs. This cd is ideal for playing in the car, or when your getting ready for a night out or even if your organising your own house party!... Read review

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