Customer Reviews

Ninja Cuts Vol. 3: funkungfusion

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It started out with a gathering of tripped-out experimentalists on a single CD called "Funkjazztical Tricknology" and later the 2 CD set "Flexistensialism", both of which produced enchanting streams of sound oozing into a liquid night. Also recommended for any trip-hopping ninja. And now Ninja Tune has grown and so has its entourage of crazed, improvising musicians who stop at nothing to satisfy their craving for the unknown. On this newest, and most dexterous compilation of Ninja Cuts the reign of the pioneer ninjas Coldcut, Dj Food, Funki Porcini, Up, Bustle & Out, The Herbaliser and Luke Vibert (no 9 Lazy 9 or London Funk Allstars) is clearly being threatened (I mean that in a good way) by fresh, creative talent such as for example Fink, Override, The Irresistible Force and Journeyman all of which contributed some brilliant tunes to this compilation. The tune that probably cought my attention first was Luke Viberts "Slipped Disc" w! hich is a great groove-rider. But after repeatedly playing these CD's I think the tunes from The Irresistible Force , Neotropic, J Swinscoe and Override have given me the biggest thrill. However, all of the tunes on the whole compilation give you a cerebral erection except for the rapping of Roots Manuva which I felt just didn't belong with the other jazzy, funky, trippy greats. In conclusion it must be said that there is the known and the unknown and in between is Ninja Tune. To improve your stealth buy these CD's now.

A must-own if you're a fan of the Ninja Tune sound! You'd be better-off getting the full albums from some of the featured artists (Clifford Gilberto, Mr. Scruff, Roots Manuva). However, for many (ie Up Bustle and Out) this compilation represents the only good songs from their albums - so you save some cash by getting the meat and cutting out the fat. Overall, an excellent sampling of the talent Ninja Tune has to offer.

(And no, you're not going to get brainless trance music. If you want to dance, look elsewhere - but if you want quality electronica, Ninja Tune has it in spades.)

With a cd like this, you'll soon forget friends and family. Amon tobins "melody infringement" has got me in the knees, on the floor, lost forever.

Basically this is the one. Buy it. There's more ideas here than most labels have in a lifetime. One of the best compilations ablums ever.

I love this compilation. It is so rich in jazzy horn lines and mind boggling rhythms for beat-lovers. There isn't as much hip-hop on this compilation as Ninja Tune really has to offer, but there great jazz and trip-hop is masterfully compiled on this album with great artists like Amon Tobin, Kid Koala, Luke Vibert, Up, Bustle and Out, and many others. Anyone who wants to expand into an advanced realm of beats, supplied by the talents of Luke Vibert and others and dark Jazzy horn riffs,supplied by Amon Tobin, J. Swinscoe and others, you're in for a tasty treat. However, be warned. If you are into the trance scene, or into house beats, this might be a gap you may want to refrain from bridging, but otherwise, go for it. buy this CD now, and I'll guarantee that the snares will be crisp and the symbols will ring.

If you want to hear full quality, intelligent electronica, this is the label to turn to. The 'Ninjatune' label has a lot of good music to offer. I really did not appreciate this album on first listen, but as i kept listening, it became interesting, and fun to listen to: especially if you like jazz music. This is trippy jazz, though! I would also recommend (highly over this one) "Cold Krush Cuts". That one is a good album, but this has a better variety of the Ninja. You might not get it if you are into dance, trance, or whatever, and are not willing to try something new! ....so be warned!

The Ninja Cuts V3 Funkungfusion is a well balance blend of Trip-Hop, Jazz, Lounge music.
Upon the first listening, I was immediately drawn into it's groove. I enjoy the mix, and found this double cd set to be a great buy.
I hope you too will enjoy this musical adventure in Trip-Hop sound. The only thing missing is the fly girls!

this is a cool and obscure collection that is great fun. it has techno grooves that are pretty tight, the heaviest being on disc one. disc two is milder, but no less good. If you dig techno electronica stuff that isn't cheesy, and you want to round out your collection with a few obscure works, than this is the perfect fit. If you want an eclectic cd collection, this will definitely fit the bill. It is terrific and evocative music that rules all the time. I hope more people stumble across it somehow.

Ninja's, if you like this compilation then you are sorted. Who the hell cares if the "fish in the sea are all unable to see" this is just pure class. Buy it!

These 2 cds are packed with so much amazing music.You wont be disapointed