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Name: donya
Member Since: Apr 11, 2005
Rank: 19
Rated 260 releases, average: 4.29
Location: Floori.d.a.
Buyer Rating: 100.0% positive (5 ratings)

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Various - Delusions Of Grandeur Oct 02, 2006 (edited over 3 years ago)
There is not much to say about this one, other than that this might be as close as one gets to perfection. It seems as if the Hardkiss brothers put every ounce of their hearts and souls into each and every track. Of course, the standout is original version of "O.B.E." but the intensity and melodious beauty extends throughout both LPs. "Raincry (Spiritual Thirst)" and "Burning Spear" are just examples of how amazing arrangements and production can astonish and almost overwhelm, while also giving one a new appreciation for classical instruments.

The only things missing are the "Riverandrain" mix of "The Phoenix" and the "Top Secret Track???" which are both on the version of "Delusions" released on the Hardkiss label. They are replaced by "Pacific Coast Highway #1" and a second mix of "3 Nudes," which are nice, but not nearly as emotionally captivating or movement-inducing.
The Koma & Bones Remix takes "The Phoenix" to places you never thought it could go...it adds a little groove to an already amazing track, making you give a little "awww sh*t" when that bassline kicks in. Is there even a flip side?
Bassbin Twins Apr 12, 2005 (edited over 4 years ago)
The Bassbin Twins are IT for funky house/breaks. NOTHING beats seeing them live...i'll never forget July 4, 1995 at Hyperspace II in Orlando - BBT mixed their classic breaks with big band/swing - you wouldn't think that would work, but i've never seen an entire room dance like that, before or since! If your goal is to get a crowd goin', these are your boys!