Trax Records 20th Anniversary Collection [Box set, Collector's Edition, Extra tracks]

Various Artists (Artist) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (May 11, 2004)
• Number of Discs: 3
• Format: Box set, Collector's Edition, Extra tracks
• Note on Boxed Sets: During shipping, discs in boxed sets occasionally become dislodged without damage. Please examine and play these discs. If you are not completely satisfied, we'll refund or replace your purchase.
• Label: Trax Records
• ASIN: B0001XAOFC
• Also Available in: MP3 Download
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #265,946 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Keeping House Alive in the Birthplace, June 26, 2004

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Reginald L. Davenport (Springville, UT United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Trax Records 20th Anniversary Collection (Audio CD)

Let's begin with a bit of background information. I first stumbled across this particular cd while window-shopping inside FYE, at the mall in Mary Esther, FL. How ironic is that? Actually the real question is: How lucky is that? I picked up the cd, looked at the track listing (mentally noting how I already have over ¾ of the tracks on vinyl), and said to myself, "I'm coming back to get this". One week later I bought the cd and the rest is history...

This cd package is an excellent introduction to this phenomenon we call "House". As a House DJ "ambassador to the G.I.s" I would often have difficulty describing the music to people who had never heard of it (or mistaken it for Euro-Techno). This cd package would make the explanation that much easier. Great selection, and equally great blends - I pay attention to those -with the occasional flange for effect! After listening to the first 3 tracks of CD1 you might find yourself increasing the volume controls. If by chance you didn't increase the volume, then the first 3 tracks on CD2 might convince you.

Word on the street is Trax Records is back, with new releases. Time to Jack all over again...

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars where it all begins, September 24, 2004

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starzero "*0" (chicago, il) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Trax Records 20th Anniversary Collection (Audio CD)

i first heard about this release in xlr8r, which was quite surprising since i was reading it at a studio run by vince lawrence, creator of one of the first (THE first, according to screamin' rachel) house tracks. he didn't go on to be a big name, but his track ('phantasy') is great. what makes this release so powerful, though, is that this is one of the lesser tracks on the three discs. not only that, the mix job on the first two is brilliant, carrying you from one track to the next without any break in momentum. if you like house, or you ever wanted to know what it is, this is the place to start.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THIS IS HOUSE!, May 27, 2004

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Adam (Portland, Maine, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Trax Records 20th Anniversary Collection (Audio CD)

Screamin' Rachael, the woman behind Trax records, has hit a home run with compilation! From its roots back to the city of Chicago in the early 80's, this House music CD is a must have. You've heard of Frankie Knuckles and of the wild house music scenes he has created, now hear the music that made it all happen. From hard house to the more mainstream club music, this compilation is sure to satisfy on so many levels. If you are new to this genre, jump right in with this collection and you will never look back! 5 Stars, for sure!!!!