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Criss Angel: Mindfreak (Bonus Dvd)

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First off. I'm going to explain to everyone that yes, this is the illusionist Criss Angel doing music! He's not just an illusionist! He's made several CDs in the past, infact. Most of which are hard to find in their original form, and are no longer available.

(i.e. - The "System Trilogy" set. Which was re-released, and is now being sold on CA's official website with bonus tracks. But the original versions, are long out of print. And were originally released under the band name, "Angeldust" back in 1998, on a single selftitled CD.)

With that said...

This is quite possibly, the best compilation of songs by Criss Angel, from his MINDREAK TV Series, and from his (not so known of) System Trilogy CDs.

It contains songs from all 3 System Trilogy CDs, along with the ever-popular MINDFREAK theme, which comes in 6 versions, on this soundtrack. And might I say, the FULL version of the song (along with version 2 of it) found at the begining of the soundtrack, is way cool! If you thought the "snipit" of it, during the intro of the show itself was awesome, wait till you hear the full entire 4 minute version of it!

You'll love it!

But even the ever-popular theme (and it's multitude of mixes), is not why I purchased this soundtrack. I (for the most part) purchased the MINDFREAK (TV Series) Soundtrack, because of the System Trilogy tracks, on it!

The track "Down" is quite possibly one of THE BEST songs by Criss Angel i've ever heard in my life, and is def. one of THE BEST songs on this disc, hands-down. And that one song alone I believe is worth the asking price for this disc. The "MINDFREAK" versions and remixes, being a bonus treat, in my opinion.

If you're a fan of Metal, Industrial, or Rock. Or simply absolutely love Criss Angel, Jonathan Davis (of Korn), Klayton (of Celldweller), Sully (of Godsmack), or Nuno (of DramaGods).

Get this CD!

It's a good compilation of both old and new Criss Angel. And quite a good look into the MUSICAL aspect of Criss Angel, for those whom didn't know he was a musical artist, as well.

Best tracks (in my opinion) are:

01 - DOWN

02 - MINDFREAK V1 & V2

03 - COME ALIVE

Get it. You just might enjoy it.

I gave it a 5 because I thought I got my money's worth. There were a lot of songs that stood out for me and I listened to it all the way through twice when I got it. Obviously this is a must have if you've seen the show and dug the music that was being played on it. The dvd and artwork is also pretty cool.

Ah, Criss Angel. What an illustrious career this talented fellow has had. A relative unknown with a broadway show has become a national celebrity (at least in my eyes...). His excellent television show, Criss Angel Mindfreak (Season 1 on DVD now, go get it!) hooked viewers, and now his music is reaching a broader audience with the release of Mindfreak the Soundtrack. Now, for those of you who have heard some of Criss's other music, you know that you either love it or hate it. This CD is no exception. While it doesn't contain some of his greatest songs (Scarecrow comes to mind), it does have some true masterpieces like Come Alive and, of course, Mindfreak. Now to address the issue of exactly what kind of music this really is, for those of you trying to guess. I would say it's industrial techno, though there are bits and pieces of metal and goth thrown in. Nonetheless, it is a good, nay, great album, but it could leave some doubt for you hardcore fans out there (you know who you are...)

this cd is awesome..great combination of types of music..comes with a dvd as well that is nice to watch..I love it and my kids like some of the songs to and ask for it often.

I had the "Mindfreak" theme stuck in my head every time I saw the show, so I just had to get the soundtrack so I could hear the entire song. I particularly like the mix with Celldweller singing.

Okay - apparently, I'm the only one who knows the FULL story regarding the "System Trilogy" as some call it / the band ANGELDUST - and the "music of" Criss Angel. INTERESTED IN THE FACTS? READ ON:

Angeldust was created when KLAYTON "retired" Circle Of Dust & founded Angeldust (Circle of DUST / Criss ANGEL) with Criss Angel. Frankly, I'm tired of everyone saying "Criss's music is so good", etc. etc. ---- Klayton (now of Celldweller) is the MASTERMIND behind the SOUND, and most of the lyrics.

By his own admission, he (Klayton) wrote & produced roughly 3 CD's worth of music (music / lyrics) for Criss, did some of the backing Vocals, and let Criss run with it (for his live "show" / concert -- which was a theatrically WEIRD mind-job) Thus was born the "System Trilogy" & the left over songs were put on the Original "Mindfreak Soundtrack" of Criss Angel's 1 Hr TV Special (maybe 2 Hr - don't remember)

The Two of them (Klayton & Criss) had a falling out sometime along the way & didn't speak for a very long time... Celldweller became a success, then so did Criss' TV Show. Criss then approached Klayton prior to the beginning of Season 2 - to again, help make his music worth while... he accepted & here's the Soundtrack with the killer Theme Remix & others.

During their "falling out" - when Criss still couldn't make GOOD music by himself - he inlisted Klayton's BROTHER (LVL / LEVEL / LEVELR - whatever he's going by now) and he helped make the extra tracks possible (extra meaning NON-System tracks) which appeared on the Original "Mindfreak Soundtrack" (from the 1 or 2 HR special).

Basically what I'm saying is --- Give Credit Where Credit's Due, and the credit should go to Klayton, because without him - Criss would NEVER have had a music career (what little it was, and is) -- all Criss did was put down Vocals, mix, and remix the SAME songs, over and over - giving them NEW titles to make it appear as if they were originals (or, NEW songs). This is prodominantly the case in the System CDs - out of the 3 CDs - over HALF of those songs, are the same song - different version, just different TITLE - to make you want to buy it... thinking "OH, there's NEW material here!!" --- same thing with the Original Mindfeak Soundtrack.

Sorry for going off on a rant there... I'm just sick of seeing him get all the credit - after not contributing a whole lot to the effort (Probably what sparked the "falling out" between them)

All in all --- buy the CD - even if you have the System CDs, the remixes are good - and you'll like it...... just please, stop talking and acting like it's "His" music -- and he's the reason it's there... had he not gotten the exposure that Angeldust provided (that Klayton helped provide with HIS music) who knows if we'd even know who Criss Angel is.... not that I don't like the show, just saying ==== Who knows??!!

this is a great soundtrack, it is fun and enjoyable to listen to. the best songs on this cd are all of them. if you have not listened to this cd then i recommend you do

I was hooked on Criss Angel and his illusions after I saw his first and second season shows on A&E and I wondered where all those unusual background scores came from. Then I saw this and said hey wait... there's a music CD? Even if you are not into Korn or the grunge/industral rock thing you will like this. Criss puts his own spin and artistic talents into this and, along with tying into the show, the songs carry some meaning with them. It is a must have especially if you are a Criss Angel fan.

I Love this cd. Criss Angel is a great singer and illusionist! MINDFREAK song is AWESOME. COME ALIVE is one of my favorite songs. MF2 is good,too. all the songs are great.

I think Criss Angel had did a good job on this CD, and I look forward to purchasing more of his music in the future