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A Taste Like Ginger

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The potential listeners of this CD can be divided into 2 groups - those who know of early Chandeen, and those who are being introduced through this compilation. For the latter, this work is unquestionably a triumph; Chandeen is uniquely beautiful and pleasantly listenable, with a distinct signature sound that is blissful and dark at the same time. But those who have heard the earlier works, and Jutland (RTD 391-0122-2, Hyperium importt) in particular, will realize just how much has been lost. The passion, shadow, and sensuality prevalent in songs such as Ginger, Lightning, Young Days, Snow, Drift, and Strawberry Passion are unforgettable - once you hear these in sequence, Chandeen may well become one of your all-time favorite works. Fans of Dead Can Dance, Delerium, and even Cocteau Twins will be thrilled with these songs. But compared to what has come since, with new vocalists, new direction, and less creativity, the past triumphs of this group remain on a plateau considerably above the present collection. This is a great disk, but not nearly as good as it could be, and many opportunities were missed in the track selection. Search out the back catalog if you can! ;)

I have two other Chandeen cd's they are extremely hard to come by in the U.S I was glad when this came out on a U.S label. If you like projekt type bands, as well as early 4AD bands you'll love Chandeen.. Two females voices, which are wonderful sing with a little accent, but it really adds to the music overall. Their early work was considered "goth pop" but it seems as if they are in a transition period right now, some is atmospheric, and others are quite ethereal.. beautiful lyrics, and beautiful music..

Chandeen is a truly unique group. They've got a very eclectic sound and I'm constantly looking for variety like that. I'm sad to report that they recently broke up, as so many great acts do after just a few albums, but the music this German group did put out has been nothing short of amazing. The distinct voice of Catrin Mallon from Edera guest sings on "Anyone's View To The Inside" but the heavenly sirens of Stephanie Harich and Antje Schulz are the bewitching lead vocalists.

The material found on 'A Taste Like Ginger' is really a compilation of songs from several of their previous releases and I hope to hunt them all down soon but this is a wonderful introduction to their diverse assortment of style. Most of these tracks will appeal to fans of ethereal Goth but there are many world inspired as well as ambient, electronic influences. Either way, if you enjoy beautiful, haunting melodies that'll often touch the core of your soul with deeply felt emotions than buy this before it's impossible to find!

Similar artists: Edera, Sophya, Rhea's Obsession and Dreamside.

A solid, listenable "best of" album. Some of the alternative versions of their best songs work pretty well, with a notable exception in track two. Chandeen is often featured in the "Heavenly Voices" compellations with good reason. Good band.

This is a pleasant Goth aubum better then Dead can Dance which they are compared with. But it doesn't stand out in any way. The vocals are nice but not grabbing. The lyrics don't stay with you. I have this with my morning music since it's easy to just let it flow in the background. Personally I'd go for Faith and Disease, Switchblade Symphony, Ataraxia or Cocteau Twins if I want female goth voicals or Deine Lakaien for rich male vocals.

Is it the way he says my name as though he's the only one who should? Is it the way he makes me smile and laugh like no one else could? Perhaps it's his eyes, beautifully dark... hiding joy beneath their sorrow? Or maybe it's long nights dreaming of tea, that keep me hoping for tomorrow. 6 love tapes and 13 red tulips add up to much more than this. What could it be that makes my lips tremble for our first kiss? I know it's not the constant Ally's that let's me know I'm sprung... so what is it exactly that speaks to my heart and says, 'hey, he's the one?' All I know is late at night, when the sky is dark above... I close my eyes and in anjte's voice, I sing to the one I love... Come to me... and hold back the tears in my eyes. Come to me and take me down to your illusion. Come to me... and help me to forget the sorrow of my life. Come to me... oh I don't want to get hurt anymore.