He's A Ding Dong Daddy - Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys

Advantages: Good Fun, Swinging Jive time music, humorous
Disadvantages: perhaps a little close to the bone lyrically at time, but only if you're prudish!

...One of the great Trad. Jazz players of our time, this collection has him at his dandy, playboy best. These tracks are uplifting, swinging numbers, perfect for jiving on a Friday or Saturday night, but equally fitted to a lazy Sunday morning with a copy of the paper and breakfast in bed. This compilation covers the earlier years of George's career, so his voice is at it's best. Though even in his later life (anyone who can perform at 80 with dementia and lung cancer and still be captivating has something special about them) he managed to wow the crowds. These tracks are the best vocal performances Geoerge ever gave in my opinion. Melly's trademark tongue in cheek lewdness features in force, tracks like "Ma Reiney's Black Bottom" and "I'm A Ding Dong Daddy " are sure to raise a smile as the hips are swinging. Though these numbers... Read review

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Advantages: Lots of fun songs to sing along to
Disadvantages: none to mind

...Bob the Builder has been around since 1999, and has been a childrens favourite. It is a great programme that has stood the time and has now been popular with children for nearly ten years!! Bob the Builder is a construction worker who runs his own construction business in Bobsville along with his friend Wendy, All of his construction vehicles have characters of their own and are involved in many projects and adventures. Wendy - Wendy is Bob's business partner who helps him with the day to day running of the business. she is involved in the construction side of the business but also runs the office and keeps an eye on general organisation of everything. Spud - Spud is a scarecrow that is always getting himself into mishaps and trouble. He is supposed to be looking after Farmer Pickles crops but he always gets distracted by things... Read review

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Advantages: Old favourites remixed as "urban duets"
Disadvantages: Not for the purists; this isn't real reggae

..., but the album goes downhill from here. Original: 4/5 Remix:: 3/5 TAP: The stuttered Marley refrain: "hey you, have you anything on ya?" 2. Johnny Was (Featuring Guru) Guru, from famed and respected hip hop act Gang Starr wants to be the star on this track. Two raps interspersed with Bob's vocals precede a "pass the sickbag" moment when he states: "Bob Marley: rest in peace my brother". I think Bob will rest easier if you leave his back catalogue alone, young man! Original: 4/5 Remix: 2/5 TAP: Guru's rap at the end and his "rest in peace" tribute 3. Concrete Jungle (Featuring Rakim) In my view, Rakim is the greatest rapper of all time. His appearance two minutes into this track wouldn't necessarily change my mind as it's quite a classy contribution to the track. Marley's original is almost lost in the mix but the original melodic... Read review

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