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Miss Kittin - On The Road - 15-Nov-05 07:27 AM
This is quite an interesting mix from Miss Kittin. It's definitely hard to take off rotation! And even listening to it nowadays (2005) it doesn't feel too outdated. Why is this? Well, I'm not really sure. But the CD's first few tracks start very strong. Really awesome in fact. Sure, it's techno, but it's not bad, dodgy techno. Yeah, I can imagine this mix would be the perfect way to kick off a big night out, such as when you're first at home getting ready, having drinks, or doing whatever else that crazy kids do these days.

Conclusion: Keep an ear out for a few classic tunes on this mix. The likes of Silver Screen, Frank Sinatra and other tracks, for example, really help to break up an otherwise instrumentally experimental mix that perhaps at times might sound a bit mental and all over the place (yeah, welcome to the world of Miss Kittin). I'd give this mix 4 out of 5 stars though. Well, that'd be four and a half stars if it was easier to type.

Hacker, The - The Next Step Of New Wave - 03-Nov-05 11:13 PM
This album is a great mix CD from The Hacker. Yeah, he spices things up just enough to keep things kooky, interesting and fun. But then he also shows the dramatic side of the album's electro genre at just the right moments. Anyway, it's clear that The Hacker's skills as a musician are on show here. Listen up.

Overall, though, I guess you could say that The Hacker starts this mix at a climax, works down from there, and then finishes with a climax again (although the latter more subtler than to begin with). Sure, I'll be honest and say I've only listened to this album about forty to fifty times. But I still know it's worth a spin or two. Personal favourites for me include Scientist by Dopplereffekt, Broken Mirror by Random Factor, Anthem by Artist Unknown, Visualise by The Advent, Fadin Away (Dima Remix) by The Hacker, and Hand To Phone by Adult.

So, the bottom line is that this CD won't disappoint. And LSD freaks will like it too (not speaking from recent experience). It's a 5/5 from me, Margaret.

Timo Maas - Pictures - 22-Oct-05 03:45 AM
This is an album you'll keep on rotation for days. It has just got that perfect mix of catchy tracks, pumping beats and general slickness that comes with most of Timo's releases. Yeah, it is probably the most commercial release from Maas thus far. The popularity of the hit track "First Day" shows that. But it's with this commercialism that I think we're presented with some of his best work. He has obviously challenged himself since his last album (which was also very good) and to his credit he has utilised the time separating both albums well (e.g. reaching yet another higher level with his musical knowledge and ability). So, my conclusion is that any minimal techno or electro fan will like this album. It's good to listen to either wasted or straight and at any time of the day. Remember to change the CD in your player after a while though. Too much of one thing is never a good thing. Yeah, even Timo!

Tomcraft - MUC - 21-Oct-05 08:13 AM
This is one of those slick, neat, and just downright fucking cool electronic albums that quite literally takes you on pleasurable journey through the eyes and ears of Tomcraft. Tracks 1 to 10, for example, follow the narrative of taking an aeroplane flight in Europe somewhere, with samples of stewards going through a pre-flight routine with passengers, the plane's captain talking occasionally, and so on. Clever and catchy stuff.

Tomcraft is a talented artist. This album is testament to that. I think additionally that this album is worth the investment for its extra tracks. Track 11 ("Fuck You") is quite humorous but at the same time a totally brilliant composition. Listen to Tomcraft and you'll see he's not one of those electronic artists who just remixes archaic tunes from the 70s and 80s with new beats and such. No, Tomcraft is a man on a mission. Lend him your ears and he won't disappoint.

Porno For Pyros - Good God's Urge - 10-Oct-05 08:13 AM
This album is brilliant. Yes, it's that simple. Highlights include tracks 5 and 10. They're the more mellow tunes. The rest is also pure brilliance though and shows a diverse range of musical genres and performance levels throughout. I'd also go as far to say that the feel of this album is quite surreal. There's twists and turns and up and downs that will always surprise with each listen. It's like a tripped out roller-coaster ride that you'll rarely tire of.

Lastly, I reckon this album is far more musical than anything I've heard from Farrell's previous projects (e.g. compared to earlier tracks from Jane's Addiction). Thus, a person who appreciates more instrumental pieces, the usual chilling and sweet vocals from Perry, and experimental beats won't be disappointed with this album. Just forget about expecting coarse rock guitar and drums though. And yes that's a good thing. Turn it up!

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