Customer Reviews

Right of Way (Includes Bonus DVD)

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I've heard people mock this CD so far, and I can't believe someone could mock at the ingenuity of this album.
I think people were expecting a load of junky, played-out-sounding trance tracks on this album.
Well, Ferry Corsten, previously known as System F, has been around for years and he is past the cheapy trance stage. He now has presented us with a plethora of electronica tunes in every subgenre of this music type. I suppose this would be classified as HOUSE music overall, but it goes beyond that.

The melodies are so detailed to perfection on these tracks that I sometimes get stuck in another world while listening to some of these songs. The song "Kyoto" is a really beautiful trance tune with an air of Japan flowing through it.
Not many of the songs have vocals, but the ones that do, like "It's Time" have perfect-sounding fems singing them. I think every song on this album has its own unique style, so it doesn't ever bore me to listen to the whole thing at once.

Three music videos are included on the DVD, as well as other live footage+interviews, which really makes it worth beyond the price that it's set at. Amazing deal, and this was worth the wait to hit the shelves.

I have to say I was very surprised that this album wasnt all trance like his other material.This is one awesome dj that can move a crowd like no other.The cd that first got me into him was his Mixed Live @ Spundae,which is phenomenal epic/dream trance that will put your mind on a totally different level.His first studio album,"Right of Way" includes several different genres including trance,house,techno etc....perfect for any type of atmosphere-relaxing at home,driving,or getting down on the dance floor!This is album is very uplifting and euphoric,every track goes well together just like an actual dj mix should.Not getting this cd would be a CRIME! This is a must have for any true techno lover!

I am a great fan of Ferry, especially his early stuff. When he focused on his DJing of melodic trance, he was absolutely amaizing. This CD is certainly not melodic trance, but it is a good CD nevertheless. I heard a lot of the tracks on this album before I knew it was Ferry who did them and if you block all Ferry's previous stuff out of your mind, you should really love this CD.

In short, it's a great CD, but don't buy it on the back of other Ferry Corsten stuff you might have heard. This is a totally new direction for him.

It blows my mind how many people don't know who Ferry Corsten is. While Tiesto, Van Dyk and Oakenfold have blown up with major label deals and become household dj names, Corsten, one the true pioneers of the trance genre, the #6 dj in the world(arguebly #1), and the mind behind some of the greatest trance productions ever conceived in a Studio(Gouryella(formely with Tiesto), System F, and Veracocha)has somehow remained untainted by the the conventions of the scene. While Tiesto, Van Dyk and Oakenfold have all released artist albums, they have generally, with the exception of a few quality tracks, fallen way short of expectation and become more of burden than a victory to the trance scene. Several years ago, at a time when Trance was in it's infancy and the production quality of tracks was starting to show that the scene needed a new direction, Corsten moved the world with his System F track "Out of the Blue." It is no coincidence that again, at a time when the Trance scene is starting to show signs of wear and age, Corsten breathes new life into it with his latest album. Anyone who has tracked Corsten's growth as an artist with his many brilliant classic remixes, to his original genre defining tracks knows that this is man is completely comprehends what drives the trance genre. And instead of falling victum to following the conventions of the genre, like his many contemporaries, Corsten forges his own path through the jungle of trance possibilities. The result is one of the most original and inventive electronic music albums ever released in years. While many have claimed certain djs, turned artist producers, have sold their souls to the devil, Corsten has proven time and time again that he is a true pioneer of the scene and an undeniable musical genius. I won't even talk about the tracks, except to say that at a time where everything starts to sound the same in Trance, this album is a bright light of hope that is sure to inspire an entire generation of producers to move out of their shells, and into new territory. Corsten is light years ahead of everyone.

This cd has it all. "Holding on" and "Hearts connected" are two of the best vocal trance songs I've heard in a while. "Kyoto" and "Star Traveler" are unbelievable uplifting trance tunes. There is even an old skool/breakbeat style song in "Its me". Another great thing is almost all of the tracks are fresh, not ones you have already heard elsewhere. You really can't go wrong with this cd.

I've always liked Ferry's music, but just recently I went to one of his raves and saw him live. Listen to this cd and then go to his rave. Ferry is on his Right of Way tour in US right now. Then take that same cd and listen to it again. Every song will sound different to you now. Seeing him live and how he puts his heart and soul into each song when he performs makes it so much more beautiful. If you like techno music, put Ferry on you list of djs to see at least once. It will be worth it!

I've waited for the day I could by this album. I knew it was going to be a great album. Ferry Corsten is gifted. He's my favorite DJ out of everyone else and his production work is true art.
Ferry Corsten's new album Right Of Way contains songs like his hit single "Punk". That was my favorite song in 2003. I would always hum the melody and say "Digital Punk, Digital Punk, Digital Punk...." in that deep monster voice. Plus I think it'll make a great sports anthem to play like during hockey intermissions. There's also "Rock Your Body Rock". This is another great song by Corsten and what's cool about the CD single is that it's only 99 cents! I like the robot vocals (Let's f***, I wanna rock your body rock). There's the single "Right Of Way" in the album Right Of Way as well. I'm beginning to become addicted to the "Right Of Way" single even though it's almost eight minutes long. It sounds spacey and I like that. There's also "Whatever!" which features the vocals of Esmee Bor Stotjin. She also did "It's Time". I like the beats in "It's Time". Another vocalist on here is Shelley Harland. Shelley Harland is the vocalist for "Skindeep" and "Holding On". Both the songs featuring Shelley Harland are slower than the other songs on here. And there's the beginning track "Sublime" which is just as long as the "Right Of Way" single but also another good song. There's also "Star Traveller", "Show Your Style", "Kyoto", "Sweet Sorrow", "In My Dreams" and more.
On the DVD there's music videos of "Punk", "Rock Your Body Rock", and "Right Of Way". The "Punk" video was kind of kooky, but I liked it. I love the "Rock Your Body Rock" video. Ferry Corsten's playing a video game controlling a gymnast. It also features a video biography, an interview and "Punk" live at Club Glow in Washington.
I cannot imagine what Ferry'll come up with next. This guy's has true talent. I actually saw Corsten spin at Avalon in Boston on NYE 2004 and as I'm typing this, I have to say that that night is the best night of the year so far for me. I'll fly to Ferry's home country the Netherlands to see him again. AWESOME JOB FERRY!

this cd is by far his best cd ever. this isn't like all the other crap that's been released by other artists this year. the vocals in "holding on" are amazing, it gives me chills. this whole cd gives me chills.

...and what a wait it's been. This is the first album under Ferry Corsten's own name & it's a marked improvement on his last effort, "Together" - under his most famous guise, System F. That was only released in Japan and when you hear it, you can see why. It was a cheap, tacky load of rubbish and Ferry must have been paid a lot of money to make it otherwise i'd like to think that he wouldn't have bothered. "Right of way" is a return to form showing his distinctive style in variety of tracks on offer here. Whether it be trance, electro, it even gets a bit rocky in places. Bear in mind however that recent album releases by trance stalwarts Three Drives and newcomer-ish, Mirco de Govia, knock socks off this album but they are in a class of their own & Ferry certainly has some new competition doing the rounds. That said, "Right of way" is solid, extremely danceable & well produced. It includes the single "Punk", plus new single "Rock, body rock" (one of the strongest tracks) plus some System F sounding tracks like "Star traveller" & "Kyoto". I've only given it 3 stars because all it lacks really is a bit of originality. That said, i'm still a huge fan. The question remains though, have Ferry's best tunes come & gone now? judge for yourself.

This disc is amazing! Im so impressed with the mixture of electronic music on this album...You have TRANCE,HOUSE,TECHNO,ELECTRONICA....Mr.Corsten did an excellent job,this is his 1st studio album,and it's all original material...Folks you cant get better than that ...this DJ's got some extreme talent and on this cd it really shows!...From start to finish the CD progresses,and finishes with a beautiful dreamy song called "in my dreams"If you like this one be sure to pick up his Mixed Live Spundae CD,thats the one that got me into him!
What are you waiting for get this album right now and you can thank me later ...you'll see why he's one of the best DJ's on the planet!!!