Remixed - Amsterdam Klezmer Band

Advantages: You want more Bloc Party - You got it!
Disadvantages: You initially think "Oh no, not a remixes album" but dont!!!

...So did I, and how mistaken I was. Expecting it to be another money spinning excercise by the bands record label, I was sceptical about buying the album, but having found it online in a sale I decided to go for it, and boy have I not regretted it. Its simply sublime, and i think having already heard the original runs of all these thumping hits just makes the remixes sound so much better. Everything is with a twist....the once heavily drummed and pounded numbers now become subtle chill out anthems, and vice versa as silent slow buring tracks thump there way into your ears. A lot of these remixed tracks are actually better than the original [if you can imagine that?] and as I mention above, if you actually loved the 1st album, then it makes this so much more enjoyable. This is because you know where the foundations of these tracks... Read review

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Advantages: Great songs remixed and given new meaning
Disadvantages: Not enough variety but still great

...I was sceptical as to whether this was a ploy used by the band just to sell a few more albums. However, this remixed collection of hits arguably sounds more important than the original masterpiece. Bloc Party have left onto the Brtish indie scene in 2005 and their debut 'Silent Alarm' EP was won them much accliam throughout the UK. The remixed version sounds, in one word, amazing. Opening track 'Like Eating Glass' sounds very echoed. A beautiful synth pad in the background gives the song a whole new feel. The song is mellower than the original but is absolutely fantastic. Hit song 'Banquet' is given a pounding beat. After the long intro it kicks in. There is a definite electronica feel, juxtaposed with the original guitar riffs. It sounds incredible. A definite highlight. 'This Modern Love' is the most successful sounding... Read review

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Advantages: A danceable collection
Disadvantages: One really naff track

...This is my first album review so any criticisms or advice will be greatly appreciated. I decided to review J to tha Lo – the Remixes, an album by Miss Big Butt herself, Jennifer Lopez, as it is one of the CD’s in our house that gets a lot of play time. The album cover is a collection of pictures from her various musical videos. J-Lo released this offering in March 2002, and the album offers remixed versions of many of her tracks, previously released as singles, or on her other albums. A con, to persuade us to part with more money? Well, see what you think. The album is available from HMV priced at £16.99. TRACK LISTING ************* 1. Love don’t cost a thing (RJ Schoolyard Mix) 2. Ain’t it funny (Remix feat. Ja Rule) 3. I’m gonna be alright (Trackmasters remix feat 50 Cent) 4. I’... Read review

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