Customer Reviews

Trancemode Express 2.01

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Well, I've listened to it more than a few times, and just like Transemode 1.01, the sequel presents remakes (not remixes) of DM songs. Some traks scream of the original versions, and others are more loosely based on the melodies first presented by DM. There are few lyrics, and creativity is in the beat. The bottom line: imagine Orbital meets Depeche Mode. The artists on this album have managed to mix the two into a variety of club worthy tracks. As a whole this album impressed me a bit less than the first, but that may be because the concept is not as new to me as it was the first time around. That does not detract from the originality of the tracks on this album. It's not a re-hash of the first, rather they keep it going with songs not touched the first time around. In other words, if you like a variety of electronic beats (all danceable) and you like DM, get it.

Let this serve as a warning: As a Depeche Mode fan, I assume that you are accustomed to quality electronic-oriented music. Well, this will not satisfy your tastes. It is horribly crafted and not worth your time. Version 1 was pretty decent, and I highly recommend it, but this album is unlistenable. I took mine back the very same day I purchased it. The equipment used sounds very outdated and is overall appalling. Check out some of the other electronic tribute albums before settling on this one. Better yet, get out your old early 80's 'metal clanging' DM remixes and save your money!!!

I revisited this one and was reminded how enjoyable and diverse is its flavor.

You've got funky beats, trippy grooves and complementary male and female voices to flesh things out.

Good entertainment.