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Fresh Outta P University

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I didn't come across this work of Bootsy's until 2001, when I heard some of the tracks on a video game. I searched and found what seemed to be the last copy in town. I am glad I did. This is one of the most enjoyable albums in my collection. Bootsy's bass is the backbone of the work, but not the focus. It is unlike his typical gaudy but glorious self serving freaky funkathons. Bootsy's bass and melodies combine with the rythmic rappings of various hip hop artists. These different artists throughout the album help keep perspectives fresh on each track. There are also incredible vocal performances woven into the mix. The gospel interlude three minutes and thirty seconds into "Wind Me Up" is worth the price alone. The album is crystal clear and skin tight. It is perfect for parties, and know this... it will make you dance. In summary I highly recommend this album. Whether you are down with Bootsy already or new to his legendary scene, if you enjoy funk and hip hop, you will love this album too.

This CD is worth having for the first two cuts alone, but there are at least 6 that you can play over and over. The EQ'ing on this disc is excellent, the sound is fluid and layered. A must have for any funk fan. I docked it a star for occasional misplaced rapping (You're So Fragile), and a bit too much disco mixed in with the funk.

I'm glad to finally see the next level in music. Boosty has put together a fantastic blend of basic "funk," stongly supported by his solid bass lines. To top things off, he has collected "front-line" R&B & Hip Hop artist. As stated in my heading. It's all cool. Boosty Collins "IS" "Funk," and everyone else is better because of it. For Funk, R&B & Hip Hop lovers, this CD is a must!

I was very disappointed with the content of bootsy's latest cd. What happened to the Funk? Bootsy has always been pushing the envelope with the funk that's why we have purchased everything he's done since the seventies. This Cd had too much rap influence. Beggin soloists. Too much Eurodisco. There wasn't a single horn or spacebass solo! Bootsy, don't spend so much time in Europe. It's making your Funk weak. Drop those band members and rappers. Don't compromise the Funk.

The entire funk history falls into place with this CD of Bootsy Collins. All the ingredients are there to make the best funky stew ever: Bernie, Gary, Mudbone, Fred and numerous other players, singers and rappers. This is a mandatory course for everybody that wants to attend the 'P' University.

Bootsy Collin's Fresh Outta P University arrived in new condition and on time! I am a big Bootsy fan and have numerous CD's by this artist. The service at Amazon is excellent and you can't beat their prices for (music downloads, musical instruments, music books, etc...) I have been a long time customer of Amazon and will continue to purchase my musical needs from their website!
John Green
Long Branch, NJ

This CD is the BOMB. P-Funk, uncut Funk, the Bomb. Bootsy put it down on this one. Bootsy's bass playing is tight on this one and as true funkateers know .. there's gonna be a party 4 days, playing when the player plays. My favorite is "Penetration..In Funk We Trust". That cut is FONKY, classic Bootsy bass playing. "Fragile" is a nice jam with that trademark behind the beat bass groove. I've worn this CD out. I like this one better than "Play with Bootsy" cause Bootsy actually plays some serious bass on this one. A defininte must have for your Funk collection or if you're a bass fan.

bootsy came back bumping away, something for the old, and new fans alike, boot goes into experimenting more with rap, house, techno,and other neat tricks the cut good n nasty will take you back when bootsy made i'd rather be with you, and vanish in our sleep, as mudbone does some classic hooks, rodney o, spits verses on the cut funk ain't broke-this is old funk with a new twist while bootsy samples his classic stretchin out riff, mc lyte stops by on i'm leavin you sounds so r&b, as does fragile with guest d meka, destined for classics except that this is too hardcore for so called black radio, fresh outta p- university should have had more rappers paying tribute to bootsy, funky none the less. ever lost your lover has a kind of roy ayers vibe but fans will love this, party lick a bies samples a commodores song i forgot, but it is still funky, like i said this was bootsy at his best in years.

This is some New School Funk, y'all! Bootsy is the funkiest bassplayer there is (even Marcus Miller admitted that!), not the best, but the FUNKIEST! His space bass could be a little more up front on this album and some of the tracks are a little too slick, but it's still a damn good record. You won't be disapointed buying this extremely danceable disc, bubba! He's still stretchin' out (with or without his Rubber Band!)

this man has been bad for many years and this disc continues the genius.wind me up,gotta go are kicking tracks.as writer,arranger,producer and multi-instrumentalist this man is a stone cold genius.