(Blue Chip) From the moment that Warp Factor blasts out of the gate with the stomping romp that is "Phatt Bass," this German duo is relentless in their pursuit of the perfect superclub beat. Bass-bin-rattling drums march across huge squelching synth melodies while euphoric breakdowns and snare rolls work hard to keep hands in the air and whistles whistling. And we're only on the first track. The appropriately titled "Feel Like God" utilizes many of the same tricks, breaking the beat down before roaring back into it like a bull with gas. That pretty much sums up Warp Factor, as it flirts with other floor-rocking rhythms (like breakbeat on the insistent "Time to Rock") but never loses sight of the ultimate goal: a sweaty dance floor full of people having it hardcore. While it's somewhat one-dimensional for a full-length album, these energetic club anthems are certainly consistent. For those about to rave (or simply reminisce), the Warp Brothers bring it.
Bucky Dent
Product Description
US debut on Bluechip Records, from this dynamic German duo who have been dominating the European charts since the release of their debut single 'Phatt Bass' over three years ago. Digipak. 2003.