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Budos Band II (Dig)

The Budos BandAudio CD
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

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Having scalded listeners’ ears with sonic lava on Budos I and stung them with venomous frequencies on Budos II, The Budos Band delivers on their promise to spread the epidemic of “Budos Fever” far and wide with the release of The Budos Band III. The cobra is poised to strike if anyone dares to challenge The Budos on their quest. And, if there was ever any question whether ... Read more in Amazon's The Budos Band Store

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Product Details

  • Audio CD (August 7, 2007)
  • Original Release Date: 2007
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Daptone
  • ASIN: B000SFJWL0
  • Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Vinyl  |  MP3 Music
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #50,172 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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Like the deadly scorpion of the album's cover, The Budos Band's second release, The Budos Band II, creeps stealthily over the hot desert sand. It is with unmistakable purpose that each beat of the music drives forth, one footstep of many to carry the Scorpion toward its meaning. With his tail arched high in readiness, he maneuvers patiently under the scorching desert sun and chooses his prey. He strikes without warning and with out remorse. The venom of his sting, true to its reason; his victim, ever-intoxicated. With its twenty-two legs, three horns, and hallucinogenic venom, The Budos Band (the unheralded emperors of Instrumental Staten Island Afro-Soul) continue to rule. The band commands their listeners to follow them on their second journey into the depths of their poisonous vision. While their debut album was itself heralded as a groundbreaking exploration of funk, afro-beat and soul music, few could predict that their second effort would not only match but surpass the realm of mind-expansion embodied on their first sessions. Through ten exciting new instrumentals recorded live at Daptone's House of Soul in Bushwick, Brooklyn, The Budos Band pours themes at once resonant and ethereal over Herculean rhythms. Standard Jewel Case.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.6 out of 5 stars
Perfect for wine parties or hanging out playing games, or just cooking dinner. Spencer Holbert  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
A very interesting and enticing classic yet modern full band sound. R. Wilbur  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Better than the first one August 9, 2008
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
The Budos fixed the main problem I had with their first album (being that it was mostly rhythm beds without much melodic interest.) The songs on this album are much tighter and more elaborately crafted. There are horn solos, which were noticeably lacking from the first album. The Band lays down a funky groove and then actually TAKES it somewhere, making the whole album very satisfying to listen to. The mix oozes with faux-retro lo-fi beauty, like the band went back in time to 1970 to record this (how did they get that sound???)

My only complaint - which keeps me from awarding the full 5 stars - is still the organ. This time Mr. Deller has upgraded from whatever sorry piece of junk he was using on the first album, to a vintage Farfisa ... he plays it well, but the Farfisa has a transistorized, electronic, synthy-plastic sound far more suited to psychedelic rock than to afro-beat and soul jazz. In this genre my ear really wants to hear the gutsy, grinding tone of an overdriven Hammond B-series organ. The Farfisa sound (though better than the previous organ) was a poor fit and dragged the mix down from the perfection to which it aspired.

Anyway, that's my opinion. The fact is, the Budos Band gets better every time I listen, and if they keep improving, maybe the third time will be the charm. Please, Budos, try again! I may be a critic but I'm also a fan. These guys are doing stuff I wish I could do.
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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Budos rising... August 19, 2007
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The Budos Band has done it again, and I have to say I'm not surprised. Their first album hit me like a ton of bricks, and this disc is proof that they not only avoided the dreaded sophomore slump but that they scared it off with their irresistable grooves. They haven't just rehashed the formula of their first album though, this album definitely moves their sound in a different direction. There is an almost middle eastern feel to some of these songs, particularly "Deep In The Sand", which sounds like it could have been taken off of one of my discs from the "Ethiopiques" collection. Their organ player also has more of a lead role on many of these tunes, and the tone of the organ is different from that on their first album. I don't care who you are or where you're from...if you play this disc in the car you will be rolling around the streets with your head back like the Mack with a nonchalant smirk on your face. This is music that forces you to move to it, you really don't have much choice. Fans of afrobeat, latin, jazz, and funk music won't be disappointed. This goes without saying, but catch these guys live, I went over a year ago and wouldn't hesitate to see them again. Get on the bandwagon folks, BUDOS ARE RISING!
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Back it up & take a listen. September 14, 2007
Format:Audio CD
I buy music almost constantly, but this is the first time I've been prompted to write a review. If you listen to a lot of funk, it can occasionally blend together, sounding too familiar or similar. Sometimes even the good stuff doesn't distinguish itself enough to truly stand apart head and shoulders above the rest.

But the Budos Band's latest offering is just that - aces above the rest. It's a real burner, with more horns than you could ever hope for, sounding wickedly devilish yet bright and ebullient. At times it even sounds like the quality 'Ethiopiques' CD series. Don't sleep on this - you won't be able to STOP listening to it. I enjoyed their first release, but II pushes them into the realm of brilliance. Their take on 'My Girl,' never one of my favorite songs, is stunning.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars My Favorite Budos Album
This is such a great album! So funky. The arrangements are great. I learned about the Budos Band a week after they visited my hometown cor a concert. I was sooo disappointed! Read more
Published 18 days ago by Rashard Kelly
5.0 out of 5 stars Now to buy the rest of their albums!
Two words... LOVE IT! Soul-Funk-AMAZINGNESS! Heard one song that led me to check out more. The best recent discovery in music I've made, I must have more!!!
Published 12 months ago by Jason Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars These guys are way-crazy funky...
... and this album delivers even more than the first. Budos Band III is in the mail and the next time these guys are performing in my neck of the woods, i'm there.
Published 15 months ago by K. L. Bigelow
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome
This albums is great! The sonics are dead on, as most Daptone releases, and the music is so sexy, it's great! Read more
Published 18 months ago by Spencer Holbert
5.0 out of 5 stars Fully Excellent
Fully excellent. "Ride or Die" is gangsta. Every track is good to drive to. I can't wait to see them in concert!
Published on September 17, 2009 by Benjamin Pam
4.0 out of 5 stars Innovative, yet classic...a wonderful full flavored sound
First heard this in Amsterdam...and was proud to discover this band was from the homeland. A very interesting and enticing classic yet modern full band sound. Read more
Published on September 7, 2009 by R. Wilbur
4.0 out of 5 stars Funky Bunch
I think Quentin Tarantino would like this band. If he ever decides to make Pulp Fiction II, he might want to consult this album. Read more
Published on August 21, 2009 by colinwoodward
3.0 out of 5 stars Marginally Better Than the Debut
My intro to The Budos Band came earlier this year when I was prowling the bins at a San Diego music store looking for something new. Read more
Published on April 2, 2009 by Kurt Harding
5.0 out of 5 stars in love all over again!
i am a huge fan of the first album. this one is just as good with a different feel. i cant express in words how good this album is. i love it!
Published on March 8, 2008 by Miss Kiley
5.0 out of 5 stars Bring on the funk
A mind blowing album - a tonal tapestry weaved in heart thumping funk, intoxicating soul and hypnotic rhythms.
Published on February 6, 2008 by Zakir
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