Raw Deluxe

Jungle Brothers

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 3, 1997)
• Original Release Date: June 3, 1997
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Gee Street (Bmg)
• ASIN: B000005CEA
• Also Available in: Audio CD  |  Audio Cassette  |  Vinyl
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #56,757 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Track Listings

1. Jungle Brother

2. Changes

3. Black Man on Track

4. Toe to Toe

5. Moving Along

6. Gettin Money

7. Where You Wanna Go

8. Brain

9. Handle My Business

10. How Ya Want It We Got It [Native Tongues Remix]

11. Bring It On

12. Jungle Brother [Stereo MC's Mix]

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars DON'T BE PUT OFF!, June 18, 2006

By	? "UnspokenHeard ?" (United Kingdom!) - See all my reviews

Do not be put off by the reviews & criticism, this is not a disapointment nor is it a lackluster peformance from the legendary JBeez. I'm sick of people comparing it to "Straight out the jungle" and earlier releases, that was almost 10 years before this!! They have evolved!
The sound on "Raw Deluxe" is essentially a much more laid-back, smooth vibe with the captivating production and easy-to-follow lyrics. If anything it is actually more satisfying and well-rounded than "straight out the jungle" as the low quality recording made SOTJ at some points, very un-enjoyable to listen to. Similarly, although respected legends, it was evident that both Afrika and Mike G were nothing special lyrically back in 1988, they were just consistent, and there is no difference here. The lyrics are smooth and full of flava that compliment the beats perfectly, just how it should be. Hip Hop legends De La Soul & Q Tip (Tribe Called Quest) drop by for one of the album's best tracks "How ya want it we got it".
With the beats being handled by the JBeez, Djinji Brown, The Roots, RocRaider & Stereo Mc's it has to be said that the production is the highlight here. As said, laid back - smooth vibes is what your mental will endure with "raw deluxe", straight consistency. Don't hesitate to PICK THIS UP if you are a fan of the JBeez, 90's Hiphop and underground hiphop alike. PEACE!

Best Tracks -
JungleBrother (True Blue)
Brain
How Ya Want It We Got It (Native Tongues Mix)
Handle My Business
Jungle Brother (remix)

Lyrics - 8/10
Beats - 9/10
Originality - 8.5/10
Replay Value - 9/10

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good JB's Album, July 9, 2000

By	Paul H. "rmj84" (USA) - See all my reviews

Although this is nowhere near as good as Straight Out The Jungle and Done By The Forces Of Nature, two of the JB's best albums, Raw Deluxe is still a great effort from the JB's. The beats are more stripped down and laid-back, and the JB's chemistry is still here. Check out The Roots-produced "Brain", the Native Tounges reunion on "How Ya Want It We Got It", and the fantastic "Jungle Brother (Stereo MC's Mix)". If you are a fan of the JB's, you may or may not be disappointed, but this is still a good LP that deserves a listen.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good old Jbeez?, March 20, 2000

By A Customer

Listening to this, and then listening to any of the Jungle Brothers old stuff is a big transition. Even though the bros still kick it in this more recent album, doesn't mean that they have pumped any msg into their older stuff. In fact its gone a little raw. However, if you are a fan of the bros like I am, then you definitely want to check out Raw Deluxe.If you are a stranger to the bros then I'd start out with some of their older stuff with a bit more flavor.