Big Noise Vol.2 (Another Mambo Inn Compilation) - Various Artists

Advantages: It just feels right
Disadvantages: where is vol 2 ???

...The Viva Diablo Blanco compilation is a carefully selection of hyms of drum'n'bass / ambient tunes from the mid 90's. You'll be sure to rebember tracks such as Apollo 440's "Ain't Talking about dub" and Fat Boy Slim's "Song for Linda" and at the same time recall some less mainstream artists such as The Aloof and The Art of Noise and on top some very good remixes by the likes of the brazillian collective Filla Brazilia and others. All in all this album does really capture the essence of the whole snowboarding sub-culture, so the snowboarder on the album's cover isn't just a fluke. In a few words this compilation is bold, young and fast paced, but still a ambient album that you can play over and over.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Mixed styles from various artists
Disadvantages: A few too many covers

...enough of the changes of musical styles, Groove Armada, and the So Solid Crew appear in 2 of the last 4 songs. Another mixed compilation of 22 songs for disc 2. Would I recommend this CD to potential buyers? You'd need to be collecting the whole Now series (from 1 to 61 at time of writing), and also be a fan of cheesy covers and light songs. Not much to write home about on this album (although I am quite partial to it myself - I just listen to all music - same notes, different order). Therefore, I leave it in your interests to judge this review as you see it, although even with 11 compilations released since this one, some of these tracks are still played regularly today... Read review

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Advantages: great mix of diffrent artists
Disadvantages: dosent include some of the new artists around today

...from track 1 you will love this album including performances from biggie. all the artists on this album have performed in the lyrisist lounge which i believe to be in new york. alot of tracks on this seem less commercial and more underground which in my opinion is a good thing because it brings you something fresh and original. this album is produced by the record label rawcus records over all it is well worh the buy and i guarantee you will never get bored of this. the cover and inlay also offer some very fresh graphics and pics and give a detailed description of the artists producers and the lyrisist lounge itself ive had this album for 4 years now and still listen to it regularly.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful