Best of Mixerr Album Reviews! Page 232

Harmon Eyes ‎– Iodine Sky EP EP review

Harmon Eyes ‎– Iodine Sky EP uses that classic trance sound with those techno pads and intense electronic patterns, and high quality beats. The individual sound of trance is what stands out about this EP. Harmon Eyes ‎– Iodine Sky EP is a unique Swedish trance EP which was released in 1994 from the underground techno label Loop Records from Stockholm, Sweden. All tracks recorded for this EP were written and produced at the Globe Studio Stockholm in Stockholm, Sweden. Who knew that Sweden could produce such beautiful trance? Such trance is pure perfection.

Pattern Propulsion uses such cold yet intense electronic patterns and techno pads. The song uses an upbeat rhythm as well. Now Pattern Propulsion is one classic retro techno track. Pattern Propulsion was produced, arranged, and produced at the Globe Studio Stockholm in Stockholm, Sweden.

Iodine Sky is an old school trance gem many from the underground of Sweden remember. The song is known for using such hypnotic synths and strings. Iodine Sky its quite advanced and updated for a trance song from 1994. The song was definitely ahead of its time and that’s just an understatement. Most Swedish trance was not as advanced or “up to date” as this song or Harmon Eyes.

Desert Landscape is a spacious futuristic electronic trance song that is a trance gem without a doubt. Those synths are absolutely angelic.

5/5*****!!

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Harmon Eyes ‎– Through The Tunnel single review

Electro and techno meets the sounds of trance on the single Harmon Eyes ‎– Through The Tunnel. The single uses such futuristic yet calming electro synths, chords, and pads. Who knew that Sweden could produce such beautiful trance? Through The Tunnel is such a unique Swedish trance single which was released in 1994 from the underground techno label Loop Records from Stockholm, Sweden.

Through The Tunnel is timeless techno classic with a calming futuristic and angelic sound. The synths give the song a futuristic edge while the vocals make this song angelic and calming. Heavy bass is used also. Quite impressive for a trance song from 1994.

Hop O' My Thumb uses ambient, buildups and breakdowns with the beats and synths which are quite loud. This is another classic trance song.

Sensaesa is an old school downtempo-trance gem which uses such retro electro sounds, pads, and electro synths. The drums blend in quite perfectly with the heavy pounding bass lines. That ambient angelic synth drop at 2:14 is pure perfection.

5/5*****!!

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DJ Sneak ‎– Funkadelikrelic EP review

DJ Sneak ‎– Funkadelikrelic is a funky disco house single sprinkled with some groovy songs. DJ Sneak was in his prime back when he was singed to Cajual Records in 1994 as he was still coming up in the underground as a DJ. Funkadelikrelic serves as an example of some of his earlier releases among his catalog. The singe has some dance floor movers such as Funky Enuff

Funk meets the sounds of disco house on the magnificent superb disco house tune Funky Enuff. The song uses a superb melody which is quite unique. Funky Enuff will remind you of those good old days you used to spend at the club. The song is still a banger in these modern day times.


Groovadelic has a gentle mellow feeling due to DJ Sneak’s unique yet sophisticated method of sampling different songs. A guitar sample is what gives this song a funky groove and edge. A filter is what gives this song low quality audio. You can see and hear that Daft Punk got his style from DJ Sneak.

The first sample used on this song interpolates the finger snapping from a Lil Louis song called Thief. That is where the finger snapping sample came from. The finger snapping sample can be heard at the 0:01 mark. The second sample used on this song came from a classic jazz fusion track by Ramsey Lewis which was called Sun Goddess. This over-pitched vocal sample classic jazz fusion can be heard around the 1:30 mark. The third sample used on this song Earth Wind and Fire - Beijo aka Brazilian Rhyme which can be heard at the  1:55 mark.

Groovadelic samples Lil Louis - Thief, Ramsey Lewis - Sun Goddess, and Earth Wind and Fire - Beijo aka Brazilian Rhyme.

5/5*****!

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Felipe Gordon – Sample Colossus album review

Felipe Gordon – Sample Colossus is an amazing electronic deep house album from the country of Colombia. The album uses thick drums layered over calming synths backed by a great variety of African sounds. Sample Colossus is album that travels through time re-signifying the past and visualizing the future. Fans of house music will surely enjoy this album. Felipe Gordon is an amazing producer.

Presencia y Plata uses thick loud drums layered over calming synths and funky bass. The song uses a great variety of African sounds.

Records (Original Mix) repetitive angelic calming synths which lead into an intense buildup. You can feel and sense the intensity as the buildup increases. A sustained piano is what keeps the mood calm and mellow. So do those infectious finger snaps. There is some serious going on with this song.

Poser Selim Sivad (Original Mix) uses super heavy bass over an over-looped piano sample underneath a bit crushed synth. The song gets repetitive and annoying rather quickly. One has to wonder this song was produced in a brusque manner or not. Certain parts of this recording sound a bit distorted.

Mambiando a Naima (Monomite Remix) is a song which uses a great variety of African sounds and percussion based instruments.

4/5****!

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Felipe Gordon – Jambalaya EP EP review

Felipe Gordon – Jambalaya EP is an outstanding electronic house EP entranced with vibrant and exotic electronic sounds never heard before. The Jambalaya EP uses a multicultural tapestry by using a variety of different sounds and styles. Felipe Gordon using a variety of different sounds and styles is what makes this release so incredible. The Jambalaya EP served as a comeback for Colombian producer Felipe Gordon. Felipe Gordon is an amazing producer as he produces electronic house music.

The song Run Run Run is an outstanding electronic song with such a loud and lively musical essence. This is song a representation and example of such brilliant electronic house music. The song Run Run Run is one of Felipe Gordon’s  best songs ever.

Jambalaya uses super thick chords from a Solina keyboard over electronic dance beats. Some of those synths you hear use an auto-wah feature. Felipe Gordon is an amazing producer. His musical essence leave much to be desired for everyone. The variety of different sounds and style is what makes this release so incredible. There is not a dull moment on this track.

4/5****!

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Hotmood – Samba E Sabor EP EP review

Hotmood – Samba E Sabor EP is funky Latin disco single/EP from Mexico. The single incorporates samba music, salsa music, funk, soul, and Latin music. Basically this single relies heavily on an Afro-Latino combination and style of music backed by tremendous productions. The beats are crafted carefully. These songs are perfect for the dance floor or a party because all of these songs follow a Latin rhythm. Who knew Mexican disco could be so funky?

Samba E Sabor is a nice calming samba song with a funky yet calming touch. The guitar is what gives this song a funky touch. Samba E Sabor follows the Latin rhythm. Who knew Mexican disco could be so funky?

Lafro incorporates the sounds Afrobeat music and Latin music. It’s an Afro-Latino combination over a lounge vibe. The vibraphone makes this track have a lounge vibe and relaxing sound. This song can definitely pack the floor at 5 AM.

Groove With You is another song that will surely pack the floor at night. The song uses infectious chords over delayed vocal samples and a horns selection.

5/5*****!!

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Xinobi - Puma single review

Xinobi - Puma is a breathtaking electronic house release from the country of Portugal that is way ahead of the current time presently speaking. This digital single heavily relies on party beats, mix of ethereal house pads, and electronic synths. Puma was Xinobi’s standout release for 2013. Each track is worth listening to and streaming. This here is pure Portuguese talent. Who knew such beautiful house music could come from Portugal?

The title track Puma is backed by an ensemble of electronic synths, loud roaring heavy bass, loud chords, and house pads. Puma also fuses an old school organ line with shuffling percussion. Those kicks are what makes this song infectious and incredible. This is one of those songs you will never get tired of listening to. Puma is way ahead of the current time presently speaking. The song was a massive in Portugal, Spain, and several other countries in Europe.

The track Woods uses some nice melodic bass chords alongside some party beats. A combination of deep house and minimal house are used on this track. Woods is a track which feeds the spirit with greatness and well being. This here is pure Portuguese talent. Who knew such beautiful house music could come from Portugal?

5/5*****!!

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Xinobi - Puma EP EP review

Xinobi - Puma EP is a breathtaking electronic house release from the country of Portugal that is way ahead of the current time presently speaking. This digital EP heavily relies on party beats, mix of ethereal house pads, and electronic synths. Puma was Xinobi’s standout release for 2013. Each track is worth listening to and streaming. This here is pure Portuguese talent. Who knew such beautiful house music could come from Portugal?

The title track Puma is backed by an ensemble of electronic synths, loud roaring heavy bass, loud chords, and house pads. Puma also fuses an old school organ line with shuffling percussion. Those kicks are what makes this song infectious and incredible. This is one of those songs you will never get tired of listening to. Puma is way ahead of the current time presently speaking. The song was a massive in Portugal, Spain, and several other countries in Europe.

The track Woods uses some nice melodic bass chords alongside some party beats and mix of ethereal pads. A combination of deep house and minimal house are used on this track. Woods is a track which feeds the spirit with greatness and well being. This here is pure Portuguese talent. Who knew such beautiful house music could come from Portugal?

The remix of Puma called Puma (Malente Remix) uses an ensemble of quiet calming shakers over electronic party beats underneath that loud roaring heavy bass. His fans calls this mix a really nice mix!

5/5*****!!

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Xinobi - The Best Of Me album review

Xinobi - The Best Of Me showcases the best of Portuguese house producer Xinobi. Each track is worth listening to and streaming. This here is pure Portuguese talent. Who knew such beautiful house music could come from Portugal? The Best Of Me is a breathtaking electronic house release from the country of Portugal that is way ahead of the current time presently speaking. Funk meets electronic house music on The Best Of Me.

What is different about this Xinobi release is that he decided to go in a different musical direction by incorporating and using funk music in his songs. Groovy, funky, and happy are three words best used to describe this release.

Best Of Me (feat. Josh JAKQ) uses a tremendous touch of funk vibes. The song is similar to 80s funk. The song has a happy summery vibe that will uplift your day and your spirits. Some nice thick bass lines are also used in this song. Groovy, funky, and happy are three words best used to describe this song. His fans called Best Of Me an instant classic when the song was uploaded to Xinobi’s Soundcloud page in 2011.

The song Hawaii uses a huge touch of tribal house with the percussion, beats, and bells over an amazing bass line. Those instruments give this song a tropical sound. A mix of ethereal house pads are used also. Tribal house meets bass music and house on Hawaii. One word to describe this song is amazing. There is no sample used on this song despite what his may believe, say, or think otherwise. Xinobi sampled his girlfriend’s vocals for this song. That is where those vocals came from.

City Of Gold is one of Xinobi’s more deep and darker songs which has a dark mood. The song uses tribal house beats behind some ultra loud thumping bass with a touch of funk. The bass line is what makes this song funky. Xinobi did not sample anything. Here is how he produced the song City of Gold. He mounted everything from different sounds including the beats, synths, pads, chords, and bass. The claps are not sampled. The song generated much noise and favorability on his Soundcloud page in 2011. Comments from his fans all across the globe flooded his page.

Trópico Escuro uses a mixture of disco, house, and funk. This is another one of his darker songs which uses a darker sound and dark mood.

5/5*****!!

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Kev Brown – Allways single review

Kev Brown – Allways is a single men can definitely relate to. Any of  you single men can relate to this single. These are notes from the intelligent side of hip-hop. All of the songs included on this single interpolate that smooth downtempo hip hop sound. Kev Brown is one of the dopest MCs in hip hop right now. He is also a dope producer. Sadly he is a slept on producer who does not get the credit or recognition he truly deserves. He is the beat surgeon of hip hop and is one of hip hop’s best kept secrets.


The original version of Allways is acoustic opposed to the 9th Wonder Remix. The lyrics are slightly different than the 9th Wonder Remix. Notice how there is no chorus. The song is played in B major and uses a tempo of 92 BPM. This here is some smooth downtempo hip hop.

Now the original version of this song was not as favorable as much to his fans as they favored the 9th Wonder Remix a lot more. His fans catered more towards the 9th Wonder Remix than the original version.

Allways is a song men can definitely relate to. Any of you single men can relate to this single as this song should hit hard to home. These are notes from the intelligent side of hip-hop. So pay attention, take notes, and listen closely. Kev Brown explores relationships, escapism, and heart break while reflecting on his own personal relationship issues.

Kev Brown has never been in a serious relationship before. That is probably because he can relate to women. This of course makes things difficult for him to connect to women. Being lonely is a regular thing for him as he spends his days isolated. He stays busy in the studio recording, composing, and producing songs.

These lyrics hint his experience with heartbreak. “Seems like every girl I've chosen, heart's frozen/Or maybe I don't know how to pick, tho/Seems like every chick I know is out to get dough/And I ain't gotta lot of that, and I don't front about it/You think I'ma be hittin' you off without it?Crazy/Where they come off at?” He is tired of having bad experiences with women.

He tells women to leave him isolated if they have nothing offer in him in return for their reciprocated love. Read these lyrics below.

I'ma 'bout to start lettin' these broads know off the bat
If you ain't bringin' nothin' to the table, then leave
Give a dude room to breathe, and then maybe you can proceed
Somethin' real instead of the fake
Somethin' you feel and appreciate
Worth the wait
It's always got to be somethin'
It's like... what the heck is this?

These lyrics explain how difficult it is for Kev to understand woman. He has experienced all types of temptations.

You know I'm really tryin' not to be a pessimist
But on the other hand
I cram to understand your plan
Feminine ways is like a maze with a Minotaur in the middle
Women be thinkin' we all dogs without the kennel
You don't even know what I've been through
Cuz y'all be comin' wit' all types of drama I don't wanna get into
All types of temptations,
With your small waist... and thick hips...

 
Allways (9th Wonder Remix) is a song men can definitely relate to. Any of you single men can relate to this single as this song should hit hard to home. These are notes from the intelligent side of hip-hop. So pay attention, take notes, and listen closely. Kev Brown explores relationships, escapism, and heart break while reflecting on his own personal relationship issues. This song deals with a lot of drama we go through in relationships. I know Females go through the drama too. But, it's wild though sometimes how things turn out in a relationship.

Allways (9th Wonder Remix) is the best version of Allways and is the more sought after version that his fans catered towards. You know there is going to be pure dopeness whenever you hear a song produced by 9th Wonder. This here is some smooth downtempo hip hop. Allways (9th Wonder Remix) sampled Heatwave - Mind Blowing Decisions.

Kev Brown has never been in a serious relationship before. That is probably because he can relate to women. This of course makes things difficult for him to connect to women. Being lonely is a regular thing for him as he spends his days isolated. He stays busy in the studio recording, composing, and producing songs.

These lyrics hint his experience with heartbreak. “Seems like every girl I've chosen, heart's frozen/Or maybe I don't know how to pick, tho/Seems like every chick I know is out to get dough/And I ain't gotta lot of that, and I don't front about it/ You think I'ma be hittin' you off without it?Crazy/Where they come off at?” He is tired of having bad experiences with women.

He tells women to leave him isolated if they have nothing offer in him in return for their reciprocated love. Read these lyrics below.

I'ma 'bout to start lettin' these broads know off the bat
If you ain't bringin' nothin' to the table, then leave
Give a dude room to breathe, and then maybe you can proceed
Somethin' real instead of the fake
Somethin' you feel and appreciate
Worth the wait
It's always got to be somethin'
It's like... what the heck is this?
Always
Got to be something

These lyrics explain how difficult it is for Kev to understand woman. He has experienced all types of temptations.

You know I'm really tryin' not to be a pessimist
But on the other hand
I cram to understand your plan
Feminine ways is like a maze with a Minotaur in the middle
Women be thinkin' we all dogs without the kennel
You don't even know what I've been through
Cuz y'all be comin' wit' all types of drama I don't wanna get into
All types of temptations,
With your small waist... and thick hips...

Being heartbroken is aggravating for any one. Even Kev Brown. A heart can break or be broken in the smallest amount of time. This is emphasized in these lyrics. “It's like you be trying see how many hearts/You can break in the smallest/Amount of time/Or maybe I'm......exaggerating/But it gets aggravating”

Lyrics to Verse 2 are much different than the original.

[Verse 2: Kev Brown]
It's like...the heck is this?
You know I'm really trying not to be a pessimist
But on the other hand, I cram to understand your plan
Feminine ways is like a maze, with the Minotaur in the middle
Women be thinking we all dogs without the kennel
You don't even know what I've been through
'Cause y'all be coming with all types of drama
I don't want to get into
All types of temptations
With your small waist...and thick hips...
Psssh, man...
Look...
Too much to deal with, for real
You got too much to deal to see if it's real, or not
A couple of ladies I met was on point, though
A lot of y'all be getting me annoyed, though
It's like you be trying see how many hearts
You can break in the smallest
Amount of time
Or maybe I'm......exaggerating
But it gets aggravating
You talking another language, and nobody's translating
And you can walk a mile in my shoes
But you can never understand my blues
And that's real

5/5*****!!

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Kev Brown - Always/Albany single review

Always/Albany is one of Kev Brown’s most underrated singles to date. Any of you single men can relate to this single as this should hit hard to home. These are notes from the intelligent side of hip-hop. So pay attention, take notes, and listen closely. Kev Brown explores relationships, escapism, and heart break while reflecting on his own personal relationship issues.

All of the songs included on this single interpolate that smooth downtempo hip hop sound which he is well known for producing. Kev Brown is one of the dopest MCs in hip hop right now. He is also a dope producer. Sadly he is a slept on producer who does not get the credit or recognition he truly deserves. He is the beat surgeon of hip hop and is one of hip hop’s best kept secrets.


The original version of Allways is acoustic opposed to the 9th Wonder Remix. The lyrics are slightly different than the 9th Wonder Remix. Notice how there is no chorus. The song is played in B major and uses a tempo of 92 BPM. This here is some smooth downtempo hip hop.

Now the original version of this song was not as favorable as much to his fans as they favored the 9th Wonder Remix a lot more. His fans catered more towards the 9th Wonder Remix than the original version.

Allways is a song men can definitely relate to. Any of you single men can relate to this single as this song should hit hard to home. These are notes from the intelligent side of hip-hop. So pay attention, take notes, and listen closely. Kev Brown explores relationships, escapism, and heart break while reflecting on his own personal relationship issues.

Kev Brown has never been in a serious relationship before. That is probably because he can relate to women. This of course makes things difficult for him to connect to women. Being lonely is a regular thing for him as he spends his days isolated. He stays busy in the studio recording, composing, and producing songs.

These lyrics hint his experience with heartbreak. “Seems like every girl I've chosen, heart's frozen/Or maybe I don't know how to pick, tho/Seems like every chick I know is out to get dough/And I ain't gotta lot of that, and I don't front about it/You think I'ma be hittin' you off without it?Crazy/Where they come off at?” He is tired of having bad experiences with women.

He tells women to leave him isolated if they have nothing offer in him in return for their reciprocated love. Read these lyrics below.

I'ma 'bout to start lettin' these broads know off the bat
If you ain't bringin' nothin' to the table, then leave
Give a dude room to breathe, and then maybe you can proceed
Somethin' real instead of the fake
Somethin' you feel and appreciate
Worth the wait
It's always got to be somethin'
It's like... what the heck is this?

These lyrics explain how difficult it is for Kev to understand woman. He has experienced all types of temptations.

You know I'm really tryin' not to be a pessimist
But on the other hand
I cram to understand your plan
Feminine ways is like a maze with a Minotaur in the middle
Women be thinkin' we all dogs without the kennel
You don't even know what I've been through
Cuz y'all be comin' wit' all types of drama I don't wanna get into
All types of temptations,
With your small waist... and thick hips...


Kev Brown explores relationships, escapism, and heart break while reflecting on his own personal relationship issues on the song Albany. Kev Brown wonders why his relationship to his girl didn’t work out. He is just wondering about her but not crying over her. Albany uses a capo transposer over the acoustics.

They were close to starting something but life got in the way. There was some courtship going during the beginning of their relationship. They went on a couple of dates. However their lives took them both on different directions. This happens in our lifetime. He would loved to have gone further in their relationship but some things aren’t meant to be.

Kev thought about his ex today. It's been a long time since Kev seen her last. It's like time moves too fast to keep your grasp. At least sometimes it does. He was going to call her but she is busy. He keeps thinking about their first date. The whole vibe was chill. They both had a lot in common. Now they are worlds apart. He misses her goodnight kisses.

He laments about what led them break apart from their relationship in these lyrics. “I wonder what it was that made you fall back?/I wonder what it was, but I won't dwell on that/We never hung out that much, still/When we did hang out”

He doesn’t even know what to say. Kev went back to his hometown for a minute. However he ended up staying down here indefinitely. He has questions but no answers. Sadly he had to roll on a brand new friendship. It could have been a little romance too.

5/5*****!!

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Take ‎– Pieces From The Puzzle EP review

Take ‎– Pieces From The Puzzle is a downtempo electronic EP with chill trip hop vibes which has some excellent high quality production and sound. Any fans of downtempo electronic music will want to purchase this EP. Buttermilk Records always seemed to have used these very chill etherial beats. This EP served as the album sampler for Take ‎– Third Story which would be released in 2003.


L.A.T. is one of Take’s most memorable and favorable songs to date. The song uses a classy mellow piano solo that is well memorable. A jazzy saxophone solo is also what makes this song memorable. The beats are also what makes this song nice. Now the number of instruments used on this song are remarkable. Several layers of instrumentation are used on this Take song.

Now some of you have been listening to this song from the Scion CD Sampler V.8 - Beat Constructors Past Present, And Future that was given out for free at the Scion display during the 2004 International Auto Show in San Francisco, California. I know I have.


Next uses a chill mellow sound over some ethereal beats underneath a low bass line. The beats are what make this song nice.

Frustrated uses a mixture of cut-up broken beats which are perfect for DJs. This song is one of the best songs off this EP next to L.A.T.!

5/5*****!!