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Basement Jaxx
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  • Audio CD (September 22, 2009)
  • Original Release Date: September 22, 2009
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Ultra Records
  • ASIN: B002JODUFM
  • In-Print Editions: MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #4,526 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. Scars (feat. Kelis, Meleka & Chipmunk)
2. Raindrops
3. She s No Good (feat. Eli Paperboy Reed)
4. Saga (feat. Santigold)
5. Feelings Gone (feat. Sam Sparro)
6. My Turn (feat. Lightspeed Champion)
7. A Possibility (feat. Amp Fiddler)
8. Twerk (feat. Yo Majesty)
9. Day of The Sunflowers - We March On (feat. Yoko Ono)
10. What s A Girl Gotta Do (feat. Paloma Faith)
11. Stay Close (feat. Lisa Kekaula)
12. D.I.S.tractionz (feat. Jose Hendrix)
13. Gimme Somethin True (feat. Jose James)

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Grammy-award winners BASEMENT JAXX are also multiple Brit Award winners, with numerous other distinctions including three gold albums, two platinum albums, and a double platinum album. They have remixed the likes of Justin Timberlake, Missy Elliot, N.E.R.D, Daft Punk, and are back with their newest album "Scars".
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic Jaxx, September 22, 2009
Basement Jaxx has been pretty good about putting out an album every couple years and one would think they would eventually run low on ideas. Fortunately, the Jaxx are still going strong. In fact, I would rank "Scars" up there with their finest work. They retain their trademark style - a dense collage of tiny samples, massive house beats, all in a candy shell of amazing pop sensibilities.

There are many high points on the album, but the most obvious is their first single, "Raindrops." Much like "Hush Boy," and "Good Luck," it starts the album off with a bang. Technically, the song "Scars" precedes it, but I think the album actually starts with "Raindrops." Scars is a slightly misguided attempt to say "Hey - We're still relevant" by imitating the classic Timbaland production style. It feels out of place. While I'm happy that the Basement Jaxx are always trying new directions, I don't think track succeeds, especially as an album opener.

Along the way, we get an incredible variety including a blues ("She's No Good"), and a guest appearance by none other than Yoko Ono ("Day of the Sunflowers (We March On"). This is one of those albums that keeps you guessing from track to track, and yet it holds together very well.

One of the major strengths, in my opinion, is the inclusion of some more mellow tracks. One of my issues with "Kish Kash" was that everything was so hectic and busy that it was fatiguing if I tried to listen from start to finish. On "Scars," the pacing is such that you could listen to the album twice through on repeat without getting tired.

Overall, it's a very consistent and pleasing album. Once again, the Basement Jaxx give us an excellent album that is, above all, fun. If you're a fan of the Jaxx, you will not be disappointed. Highly recommended!
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars The Evolution of Basement Jaxx, September 23, 2009
Coming from Chicago, I hear a lot of house music. While this isn't their best album, it's impressive. Basement Jaxx has reinvented itself here and done the best job yet. Probably not for the hardcore BJ or house/electronic fans, but those who are into something more progressive (like more song-oriented stuff, rather than just cool beats) will enjoy it. Something here for most, including what I could consider pop, like Raindrops, I think there is enough good here to make it work a purchase.

Those of you on the fence, but who are already fans of Basement Jaxx, may want to check out some of the remixes which are available.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Going backwards and moving forward, September 24, 2009
The Jaxx have rediscovered the true sound that made them great. Breakbeat sampling, true vocal talent, keyboards from another planet and downright funkiness to make your toes wiggle and your booty shake. Every tune is done in classic Jaxx style. Highly recommended record!!
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3.0 out of 5 stars Not so good
Not so good I expected. Older albums by Basement Jaxx were awesome, thise is only good...
Published 16 days ago by Marcel Vachek

3.0 out of 5 stars Somewhat decent
I had huge expectations for this album, but was let down by some poor, truly hideous tracks. T

he overall flow is good, and keeps you bobbing your head while scooting... Read more
Published 27 days ago by Cecelia Lee

5.0 out of 5 stars AJ
Just got this album and I can't stop listening to it. While the song placement might not be quite perfect, the assortment of different types of music makes up for it. Read more
Published 1 month ago by A. J. Pawlikowski

5.0 out of 5 stars Still not overrated
Basement Jaxx have their work cut out for them: with every new release, people line up to criticize them for not being sufficiently ahead of their time. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Peter Shultz

5.0 out of 5 stars Goosebumps all over!
I consider myself an extremely picky person when it comes to music but Basement Jaxx does not disappoint. Love this album especially Raindrops and Feelings Gone. Read more
Published 1 month ago by T. Denton

3.0 out of 5 stars just okay for me
It just never really caught on for me. I love Basement Jaxx and have been a fan for years now. But with Scars it just never grabbed my attention and kept me focused on the music... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Derrick Jenkins

5.0 out of 5 stars Thank God for Basement Jaxx!!
This latest offering from Basement Jaxx really makes you grateful considering the unimaginitive and tired music passing for pop and dance these days. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Unquiet American

4.0 out of 5 stars Return to Form
Definitely a welcome return to form for the Basement Jaxx. Pop hooks and rave flourishes over a slightly melancholy undercurrent, everything old is new again. Read more
Published 1 month ago by whitebreadtoast

4.0 out of 5 stars Basement Jaxx - Scars 7/10
From the former Ms. Nas to the former Mrs. Lennon, Basement Jaxx call in a number of favors and produce what could easily be termed their comeback album, a record that kick starts... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Rudolph Klapper

3.0 out of 5 stars What happened?
This album caught me unexpected... I came into it looking for something to pump me up and make me run around and scream like the ice cream truck was near. Read more
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