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You Can't Stop the Bum Rush

LEN
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Product Details

  • Audio CD (May 25, 1999)
  • Original Release Date: May 25, 1999
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Sony
  • ASIN: B00000J2PG
  • Also Available in: Audio Cassette
  • Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (124 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #72,432 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

 
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3. Man of the Year
4. Beautiful Day
5. Hard Disk Approach
6. Hot Rod Monster Jam
7. Cold Chillin'
8. Feelin' Alright
9. Cheekybugger
10. Big Meanie
11. Junebug
12. Crazy 'Cause I Believe (Early Morning Sunshine)

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It took hip-hop a couple of decades to become ingrained in pop music, but the genre's influence shows on Len's You Can't Stop the Bum Rush. The members of Len might not agree--after all, they probably consider themselves a hip-hop act, and they've got a case, what with their lineup (which incorporates a DJ and a couple of MCs), their use of loops and samples (from the Andrea True Connection, the Bar Kays, Grandmaster Flash & Melle Mel, and the big mack daddy himself, John Travolta), and guests like Biz Markie, Kurtis Blow, and Mr. Dibbs. But there's something very pop at the core of Len, and it's what makes Bum Rush so special--as hip-hop becomes harder and more experimental, Len rediscover a very vital part of the history. Filled with keyboards, dance rhythms, harmonies, stoner humor, and Sugar Ray-ish party vocals, Bum Rush is pure pop for the hip-hop generation. The album keeps things light but never skimps in delivering single after single; they may all prove disposable, but why worry about that now? --Randy Silver

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars fantastic return to old school with a twist, May 23, 2000
It seems the teenie boppers who were expecting to hear more of the same from "steal my sunshine" (which is a super tune in its own right) were a bit disappointed with the rest of the cuts. I grew up listening to Kurtis Blow, Planet Patrol, Grandmaster Flash, Whodini, and Newcleus, to name a few.......and Len as a crew has captured the intensity of old school style and added a next generation edge. If you are a fan of old school, you will be jamming this cd in your car with the windows rolled down, smirking at all of the teenies giving you funny looks.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars The Archies of hip-hop, February 18, 2000
By Marc Kloszewski (Indiana, PA United States) - See all my reviews
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I'm not sure how serious Len takes themselves as dyed-in-the-wool hip-hopsters, but this is pretty lightweight stuff, even for the genre. It's bubblegum for the 90s, and this disc is certainly no milestone. The disc SOUNDS great, though. Obviously, "Steal My Sunshine" was novel enough to become a hit with that sleazy sample from "More More More", and there are radio-friendly hits in "Beautiful Day" and "Feelin' Alright", which I randomly cued up at the store & which convinced me that I wanted this. The other stuff has energy to spare but less originality--the tired rah-rah of "Cryptik Souls Crew" and the instrumentals are forgettable...I must say, I do like Sharon's voice, though--your friendly female robot at your service. There's even a gospel song at the end, God help us. I suppose we're intended to take all of this with a couple of grains of salt--God, I hope so. "Burger Pimp," indeed. I play this every now and then; it's disposable fluff, and I know there are those who can dig that.
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14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Some are great. Others, well....., December 8, 1999
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The CD has some very catchy songs and a variety of beats. Sometimes I'm wondering if I'm listening to the same group all together. I like listening to 1 and 3 the most, but a couple of the others are pretty good. If you don't care for rap then you'll be skipping some songs. There is a mix of dance, hip-hop, and eighties sounds that should prove to keep you listening, but I could do without some repeated four letter words. This was a disappointment, because the music was great, but the lyrics belonged to wu-tang. Sorry, but minimal CD life without getting shelved for mixing later with other songs from other short lived bands.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Forget it, if you're looking for the USA-aired radio version
I've been trying to find the version of "Steal My Sunshine" that aired on the radio and MTV in the USA. Sadly, the version on this CD is not that version. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Anonymous

5.0 out of 5 stars Something for everyone
If you only like Steal My Sunshine, then you don't like music. This album has so many different styles it's amazing it all fit on one cd. Read more
Published on July 23, 2007 by P. Steele

4.0 out of 5 stars Reminds me of summer!
I can't explain it, but this CD, particularly the song "Steal My Sunshine", has always reminded me of summer and my childhood. Read more
Published on August 14, 2006 by Kaitlin Blank

2.0 out of 5 stars One Hit Wonder
I am a rock and roll person. I hate rap. This is a rap/pop album that first came out when I was eight; "Steal My Sunshine" was big on my list. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Mix of old school hip-hop with new school pop
Love every song on this Album. I bought because of Steal my Sunshine. I love techno and some Old school hip-hop. I hate gangsta rap. Read more
Published on January 9, 2006 by Theicide

1.0 out of 5 stars A CD I tried to sell and no one would buy
This cd is horrible. It starts of with a couple catchy pops songs that Carson Daily liked then all the sudden, they bust out some rap. Canadians can't rap, I DEMAND JUSTICE!!!!
Published on February 9, 2005 by runbyweezer34

5.0 out of 5 stars You can't stop it...
Originally written (by me): July 31, 1999:

You Can't Stop The Bum Rush, so why even try? Read more
Published on December 11, 2004 by Brian S.

3.0 out of 5 stars Good but not.
This album isn't too bad really. Its definitely not going to be winning any Grammy's but it does have some catchy tunes. Read more
Published on November 23, 2004 by Mechaniacle

1.0 out of 5 stars Use This CD To Sit Your Drinks On (1 Star)
If you think THIS is a hip hop album, then you probably:

1) Lack melanin (look it up)

2) Have no idea what hip hop sounds like

Or... Read more
Published on September 10, 2004 by Norfeest

1.0 out of 5 stars it sucks.....
If you like whiteboy rap with terrible flow, this cd is for you. I loved "steal my sunshine" but the rest completely sucks. Read more
Published on July 10, 2004 by Spooky Polka

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