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4.0 out of 5 stars
Good Continuation of the Series, November 8, 2006
This review is from: 4 Hero Present Brazilika (Audio CD)
About 2 years ago, Far Out Records enlisted the help of Kenny Dope, one half of MAW, to put together a compilation celebrating Far Out Record's 10 years in the business. What came of it was a terrific mixed cd loaded with Far Out releases, 12", artists and friends of the label along with some of Kenny Dope's production touches and exclusive remixes. Far Out's still alive and kickin', releasing loads of fantastic albums since the first Brazilika in 2004 and the UK label shows no signs of slowing down. This one, however, is done up by another friend of the label - 4Hero.
The cd starts out promising and is loaded with Azymuth - perhaps the grand supreme masters of fusion. Milton Nascimento's "Bicho Homen" (wild man) gives you a bit of an old school Brazilian vibe with his dominating voice. Then Azymuth's "Morning", an exclusive on a tribute album for them, is easily one of the highlights. It's a throwback to their 70's sound with calm keys with a splash of modern flair. "Maracatueira" is given a good re-edit by Marc Mac himself (the re-edit is off of Incognito's remix) and it fades pretty neatly into Mark Pritchard's (Troubleman)remix of Azymuth's "Pieces of Ipanema". Terrific broken beats throughout the cut and it fits within the vibe of the mix - and it coolly flows into Offwor'ds "Black Magic Power Ride" as remixed by Far Out's uber producer Roc Hunter. The track features Marcos Valle on vocals and has a cool bubbly effect that take you away. Another highlight track to me was Antonio Adolfo, Brazil & Brazuka's "Luizao". What a memory! Great musicianship, great spirit - well done with quick remake and classic. I was also a big fan of Joyce's "Todos Os Santos" (all the Saints) and Milton Nascimento's "Saidas e Bandeiras" was a good closeout.
Overall, a very good piece and terrific for anyone that hasn't checked out some of Far Out's artists and compilations. It wasn't flawless, however. With the first Brazilika, I couldn't stand how the flow was great but then the DJ seemed to have the urge to remind you that he was putting this togethre (by constantly saying his name... "Kenny Dope, Kenny Dope, etc."). Well, the same happens here and it's equally annoying. Yes, we know it's 4Hero (Marc Mac) putting it together because after all, their name is bigger & brighter than the title of the album. And I didn't fall for all of the songs... I like Nature's Plan (another 4Hero project) but didn't go for "Broken Samba" and I prefer another version of "Tudo Que Voce Podia Ser". But none of these were enough to not recommend this... not in a long shot so check it out. And if you like this, be sure to hear a few other Far Out artists individually like Sabrina Malheiros, Democustico (not featured here... odd), Grupo Batuque, Azymuth, Joyce, Marcos Valle and loads more. The label is synonymous with "Class". I guess they stopped doing the "Brazilian Love Affair" series.
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