Soul Preachin' (Hot Guitar Funk Collection) [Digipak] - Eddy Senay

Advantages: Soulful, genuine, funky, rare
Disadvantages: None

...Subtitled “funk classics from sassy soul sisters” this album’s sentiment may have it’s heart in the right place, but it fails to describe the full picture here. These women are sexually, emotionally and vocally aggressive, leaving their men in no doubt as to who wears the trousers in their respective relationships. Each track here oozes raw sexuality, whether the role of the singer is that of a bored housewife (“Crumbs Off the Table”) or as sexual predator (“Your Thing Ain’t No Good Without My Thing”). The titles alone are sheer class. Culled from the dusty vaults of Warner Bros’ legendary, bottomless soul archives this is an album of twelve virtually unknown tracks from between 1968 and 1974 performed by fourteen virtually unknown artists (honourable exception: Gladys... Read review

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Advantages: 28 tracks, price
Disadvantages: A few weak tracks, sometimes difficult to listen too

....37) - There is a funk feel to this tune. I quite like the rather peculiar effects created by the bands own voices. The lyrics are excellent and head bobbing in time with the music. I can hear quite a bit of familiarity with older songs by the band that I heard to date. 8.5/10 4. Stadium Arcadium (5.14) - Uncomplicated lyrics and music come together to create an above average title track. Lyrics are once again soulful and I find them quite warm. This track fluctuates between smooth and rough tones. 9/10 5. Hump de Bump (3.33) - I can only described this track as fast paced funk and happens to be rather fun. I love the guitar and saxophone in this one, keeps the fun atmosphere in conjunction with the lyrics. 9/10 6. She's Only 18 (3.25) - This has an anthem like touch to it in places. The beat is slower in comparison with the previous track. If you like... Read review

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Advantages: Really great double album
Disadvantages: None

...~About the band~ The Red Hot Chili Peppers are an American alternative rock band, which formed in Los Angeles, California in 1983. The band has four members which are: Anthony Keidis - Vocals. John Fruschante - Lead guitar and backing vocals. Flea - Bass guitar and backing vocals. Chad Smith - Drums. The band are still going strong after an impressive a 24 year career, and nine studio albums. ~The Album~ Produced by, Rick Rubin. Mixed by, Ryan Hewitt and Anthony Scheps. Released in May 2006. Stadium Arcadium is the newest offering from the Chili's, which is a two CD album containing 28 tracks, the two discs are named Jupiter and Mars. Run time is 122.19 mins. The track list: ~Jupiter~ 1. Dani California. (Single) 2. Snow... Read review

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