Hello Herbie - Oscar Peterson Trio & Herb Ellis (The)

Advantages: Fantastic album, range of pieces
Disadvantages: Perhaps a bit expensive for a 30 year old album

...I only got into jazz very recently myself and I thought I'd use the platform of ciao to try and persuade others who may not have listened to it before to give it a go too. The CD I'm reviewing was chosen by me purely on the basis on the fact that I vaguely knew the name of the pianist from other jazz articles I'd read and the fact that I love jazz music where the piano is the main solo instrument. The CD Oscar Peterson's 'Tracks' is not a new release. In fact it was originally released in 1971. The actual CD I'm reviewing has been digitally remastered and the tracks in no way sound dated; either in quality or in musical style. But this is something I will come on to in more detail later on in this review… I have to say the cover to this CD seems uninspiring. Simply showing a side profile of a face (perhaps Peterson's) - it... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average very helpful

Advantages: Good length, Some Brilliant Tracks, Good remix of Body Movin
Disadvantages: Some rubbish tracks, need a fresh approach

...Having not released a record for quite a few years, the Beastie Boys were due a good album. Hello Nasty delivers this need. 22 tracks long, this album adds to the long line of "up and down" albums and EP's released by the bend over some 15 years. Some of the songs on here are of very high quality. Stand out tracks include Super Disco Breakin', Intergerlactic, and Electrify. All tracks have a certain quality about them, even without the boys' vocals on some of them. But there are a few tracks which are not so hot, like dedication. Overall though, a solid effort from the trio, who prove that despite their relatively old age, they still have talent (N.B 3 M.C's and 1 DJ is one heck of a track with Mix Master Mike on decks). A worth purchase.... Read review

Ciao members have rated this review on average somewhat helpful

Advantages: Sublime hip-hop; nice packaging; cool bonus CD
Disadvantages: Several filler tracks

...The Beasties focus their attention once more on hip-hop in their 5th LP "Hello Nasty". Stretching to 22 songs lasting a total of 67 minutes, this album has many highs and a few lows. It's a polished effort and very easy for new fans to get into. The most recognisable track is of course "Intergalactic", thanks to extensive play on radio and MTV, and it's a great song (check out the fantastic video as well!). However, "Three MC's and One DJ" is even better and gives Mix Master Mike a chance to show off on the decks. MMM is on prime form throughout "Hello Nasty", his first album with the Beasties. His beats make a perfect backdrop for the trio's highly entertaining rap, in particular Adrock's characteristic 'whine'. The stand-out old skool tracks also include "Unite", "Super Disco Breakin'" and "The Move". Among the more instrumental... Read review

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