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Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Awesome Fun B-Boy Music (Rating: 10 out of 10- -5 stars)
  • 50 STARS IF YOU ASK ME
  • Creativety, humor, honesty and charm all in the mix - the perfect hip-hop record
  • The most entertaining hip hop album EVER
  • YES! THE MOST ORIGINAL HIPHOP ALBUM OF ALL TIME
Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde
The Pharcyde
Manufacturer: Delicious Vinyl
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
West CoastWest Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Experimental RapExperimental Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Pop RapPop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
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  1. 93 'Til Infinity
  2. Mecca and the Soul Brother
  3. People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
  4. Midnight Marauders
  5. The Low End Theory

ASIN: B00005A09L
Release Date: 2001-03-20

Tracks:

  1. 4 Better Or 4 Worse (Interlude)
  2. Oh Shit
  3. It's Jiggaboo Time (Skit)
  4. 4 Better Or 4 Worse
  5. I'm That Type Of Nigga
  6. If I Were President (Skit)
  7. Soul Flower (Remix)
  8. On The DL
  9. Pack The Pipe (Interlude)
  10. Officer
  11. Ya Mama
  12. Passing Me By
  13. Otha Fish
  14. Quinton's On The Way (Skit)
  15. Pack The Pipe
  16. Return Of The B-Boy

Amazon.com

Like De La Soul's Three Feet High & Rising, the Pharcyde's 1992 debut came at a time when hip-hop was headed in one direction, but the group was going somewhere else entirely. A crew of spunky b-boys armed with a self-deprecating sense of humor, the Pharcyde made an album that was fresh and profoundly honest. "Ya Mama" is a clever array of mother jokes set to cartoonish beats; "On the DL" has each MC unguardedly making self-denigrating confessions (like Fat Lip admitting to masturbating--previously a hip-hop no-no); and "Passin' Me By" is an ode to hopeless crushes on unattainable women. The group's playfulness was also infused with smarts, too, most visibly on "Officer." Recorded around the time of the Rodney King verdict, the song was an indictment of racial profiling--shrouded, of course, in a comic tale that parodied Public Enemy's "Black Steel in the Hour of Chaos." With animated beats from J-Swift (the West Coast version of Prince Paul) and four distinct rhyming styles, particularly Slim Kid Tre's melodiousness and Fat Lip's nerdiness, this album captures an innocence rarely seen in the music's posturing ways. It's something that this album captures forever. --Joseph Patel

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Awesome Fun B-Boy Music (Rating: 10 out of 10- -5 stars).......2007-03-02

If I had to pick an album that can discribe the type of personality that I have, it would be this one here, "Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde". Funny that this album dropped back in 1992 and came from Los Angeles. A time and a place where gangsta rap was beginning to get in full spin, this group provided an excellent alternative in hip hop music. I remember when I saw the video "Passing Me By" a few years ago and thought it was an awesome song. Another excellent song would be the jammin' song "Soul Flower", a party track that packs a punch. Infact this whole CD here will be garunteed to provide something for anyone to like. From laughable songs like "Oh Sh.." and "Officer" to those love songs like "Otha Fish" to old school '88 type hip hop like "Return Of The B-Boy". This CD has it all.

No CD is perfect in anyway, but I find this to come very close to perfection. This masterpiece by The Pharcyde is one of the best CDs you can have if you love hip hop. It brings back memories of back when hip hop was fun and at the same time showed off your skills on the mic ("Housing MFs like a real estate agent" - "I'm The Type Of ***** In Charge). That is exactly what this album is all about, making fun music.

I always said that the west coast can come with come of the most creative music in hip hop. This album continues to validate my statement. I heard their follow up "Labcabincalifornia" was dope as well, and I will check that out also.

Lyrics: A+
Guest Appearances: N/A
Production: A+
Musical Vibes: A+
Overall: A+

My Favorite Tracks: Oh Sh.., I'm The Type Of ***** In Charge, Soul Flower (Remix) [personal favorite], On The Down Low, Officer, Ya Mama, Passing Me By, Pack The Pipe, Return Of The B-Boy

Peace Everyone!!!!

5 out of 5 stars 50 STARS IF YOU ASK ME.......2007-01-31

this is a great reason why radio sucks today. there was once a period where you could hear gems that came off this single until you were sick of them. now, you have to fight sleep (at least where i dwell) just to hear quality material like this.

this is class all the way. great west coast hip hop. shoot, this makes me remember groups like freestyle fellowship, da wascals, madkap, and the nonce. before this came out, i never heard a west coast act that made me forget that they were from california. they do not make them like this anymore...........ANYWHERE!!!!! i recommend absolutely everything.

5 out of 5 stars Creativety, humor, honesty and charm all in the mix - the perfect hip-hop record.......2006-06-18

Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde (Delicious Vinyl 1992)

In a time when gangsta rap dominated completely - not just on the westcoast, but in the whole country - there was this nice quartet. A breath of fresh air and a style unlike anything else. Slim Kid Tre, Imani, Fat Lip & Bootie Brown was a part of the rising freestylescene in L.A., and they were more inspired by Native Tongues rather than N.W.A. and Ice-T. Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde shows musical creativity and it sounds playful. There wasn't any pressure. You could just be yourself, and that's an important premise for many classics.

Humor, honesty and charm are three other important clues, and it was this that separated The Pharcyde from the other rappers. The production is mostly handled by J-Sw!ft, he rotated between funky b-boy songs as "I'm That Type Of N*" and "Officer" and more jazzy stuff like "4 Better Or 4 Worse" and "Otha Fish". It's a lot of James Brown and J.B.'s samples, but also jazznames like Herbie Mann and Lou Donaldson. On the classic single "Passing Me By" they used Quincy Jones' "Summer In The City", but it also features a Jimi Hendrix sample. The other singles, "Ya Mama" and "Otha Fish", are also reckoned classics. On "Otha Fish" Slim Kid (now better known as Tre) could swing free with his wonderful laidback singin'. The record has a totally unique feel and energy, and not since De La Soul's revolutionary debut from 1989, 3 Feet High & Rising, had we heard an album this consistent positively and unceremonious. The Pharcyde didn't quite manage to follow up the success, even though their second, Labcabincalifornia, was a respectably try. However Bizarre Ride... have assured them a spot in "the Hip-Hop Hall Of Fame", and this set belongs home in every serious collection.

5 out of 5 stars The most entertaining hip hop album EVER.......2006-04-28

"Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde" is a prime example of hip hop at its best. I believe that it is one of, if not the, very greatest hip hop album ever recorded. I have listened to hundreds of albums, all of the ones that other people claim to be the best ever, yet nothing entertains me like "Bizarre Ride". I love everything about it. The MCs (Slim Kid Tre, Fatlip, Imani Wilcox, and Bootie Brown) are absolutely hilarious, and they seriously make me laugh everytime I put this in the player. J-Swift made his mark as one of the world's greatest producers, creating beautiful jazzy, funky, and ridiculous beats for them. The subject matter goes all over the place. At one minute they're telling a silly story, the next bashing the police, and the next telling mama jokes. They yell and chant every chorus. Their immature, harmonious voices, along with a great flow, will keep you listening for the end and you'll keep coming back for more "Bizarre Ride".

The first full song is called "Oh Sh*t", a hilarious mix of stories that made the four use the exclamation. Between being busted and finding your lady is a man, over a jazzy and bluesy beat, this song is great. "4 Better Or 4 Worse" also has a great soulful beat, awesome chorus and on-point lyrics. "I'm That Type Of N**ga" is just a happy, catchy song, with a sax loop, funny chorus, and more great rhymes. "Soul Flower" is maybe my favorite beat here, it makes my head bob and puts me on the brink of dancing every time, and the beat to "On the DL" is just as great, a bass and drum heavy track with great vibes. The lyrics and hooks to both do not slack, and both are classics. "Officer" is an anti-police anthem, but it's done in the signature Pharcyde style, half-kidding the entire song. It almost sounds like a parody of a Public Enemy song, with the spinning, loopy beat and chorus. "Ya Mama" is maybe the funniest song I've ever heard. The beat is great, and I know you think you've heard mama jokes before, but wait till you hear this. A peg leg with a kickstand? An afro with a chinstrap? Where do they get this stuff? This is perfectly followed by "Passin' Me By", indisputibly one of the greatest hip hop songs of all time. The beat is among the best ever, and the lyrics tell the stories of the girls that got away. It's as legendary a hip hop song as any. "Otha Fish", one of my favorites, has a toned down, happy beat with flutes, providing hope to any lovesick teen. "Pack the Pipe", a silly story which involves giving weed to a 4-year old, and "Return of the B-Boy", an excellent groove, finish the album amazingly in a way only the Pharcyde could. Throughout the album, hilarious skits like "Quinton's on the Way", "It's Jigaboo Time", and "Pack the Pipe" only enhance the tracks.

"Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde" is a must-have for anyone who likes hip hop. It has the funniest lyrics and immaculate production. Everything went right on "Bizarre Ride", and I speak of it among the best ever, with other greats from the early 90s period like Pete Rock & CL Smooth, Souls of Mischief, and A Tribe Called Quest. You don't know what you're missing without this in your collection.

5 out of 5 stars YES! THE MOST ORIGINAL HIPHOP ALBUM OF ALL TIME.......2006-04-25

FRESH. The feeling you get from Bizarre Ride II is similar to that off a bottle of chilled water on a summer's day...REFRESHING. Now that may sound to cliched, but it's true. At a time when Hiphop was constantly progressing as different artists and groups were bringing something new to the table, and making a name for themselves (1992) the Pharyce stepped up and blew away any competition for that time. This album has that x-factor that only a true Hiphop fan can appreciate. Now I do not agree with reviewers that say that this is one of the last great hiphop albums to come out before commercialism started to ambush Hiphop, since 1993/1994 was pretty much the beat years for hiphop with virtually the most innovative and creative albums in hiphop coming out, but I can see how this album can over-shadow any later releases. Now, for the music. The album contains 11 tracks and 5 skits (some of the most entertaining skits that only enhance the flow of the album further) all of which display their own individuality and carry their own memorability. "Passin Me By" is considered to be one of the best hiphop songs off all time, and it can be understood why as Fatlip etc drop a little tale over one of the most addictive and fresh melodies ever laid down (courtesy of J-SWIFT. However, unlike some releases this does not over-shadow any other song on the album resulting in you finding your "favourite" track will continually change until the day you die. "On the DL" is one of the most refreshing Hiphop songs I have ever heard, period, displaying nothing short of amazing lyrics, originality and production that only keeps you hitting the rewind button. Similarly, tracks like Ya Mama and Officer offer a more entertaining experience that contributes to justification of the albums deserved trademark title of "originality", whilst tracks like "oh Sht" and "soul flower remix" give a catchy and addictive vibe that are ideal for when you feel a bit hype or just want to engage with your music! It's all here, you are reading a review for one of the most unique and replayable albums in history, regardless of genre. The Pharcyde display styles that no other hiphop group posess or can match, and this album is the perfect oppurtunity to indugle in Hiphop's most creative side! This needs to be in the hands of a person who truly appreciates Hiphop with that Jazzy Fresh Vibe. If not, look elsewhere as this is not for you...You will not understand.PEACE

Lyrics? - 10/10
Beats? - 10/10
Originality? - 1000/10
Replay Value - 10/10

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II & III
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • cracker began here.
  • I'm so happy to have this!
II & III
Camper Van Beethoven
Manufacturer: Cooking Vinyl
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | American Alternative | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
Indie RockIndie Rock | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
Jangle PopJangle Pop | Indie & Lo-Fi | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
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  2. Telephone Free Landslide Victory
  3. Our Beloved Revolutionary Sweetheart
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  5. New Roman Times

ASIN: B0001Z4OTW
Release Date: 2004-04-27

Tracks:

  1. Abundance
  2. Cowboys From Hollywood
  3. Sad Lover's Waltz
  4. Turtlehead
  5. I Love Her All The Time
  6. No Flies On Us
  7. Down And Out
  8. No Krugerrands For David
  9. Goleta
  10. 4 Year Plan
  11. Devil Song (original version)
  12. Vampire Club
  13. (We're A) Bad Trip
  14. Circles
  15. Dustpan
  16. Sometimes
  17. Chain Of Circumstance
  18. ZZ Top Goes To Egypt
  19. Cattle (Reversed)
  20. Form Another Stone
  21. Circles Dub
  22. (Were A) Bad Trip (vinyl version)
  23. No More Bullshit

Album Description

In 1986 Camper followed up Telephone Free Landslide Victory with II and III which further illustrated the kitchen sink apporach to song writing, but even more importantly strengthened the proto indie rock sound, with touches of country as evidenced in "Sad Lovers Waltz" that would influence the bands from Pavement to Uncle Tupelo. Before Sonic Youth were godfathers of college rock, Camper Van Beethoven had already covered their "I love Her All the Time." The re-issue contains 6 unreleased or original versions of songs not previoulsy found on II & III.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars cracker began here........2006-12-08

I have to say I bought this album becuase I'm a big fan of cracker if you like cracker you will love ths album, if you lik folk and country music you wil like this albumb if you just want to hear something different then the crap thats played on todays radio then you should all love this album it's very interesting though you hav to really listen to it for a few songs beforre you wil reall like it

hope this helps happy days to everyone

5 out of 5 stars I'm so happy to have this!.......2004-06-21

I think this is the best album Camper Van Beethoven has done. I've been on the verge of buying the Cigarettes & Carrot Juice box set (which features this album and four others, all excellent) for a while now. The box was the only way that this music could be bought when I first came across it. Then I saw the new reissues with extra tracks when I was out shopping the other day. I'm a sucker for extra tracks. I usually prefer to have them at the end of the disc with some buffer space, rather than mixed in with the album as they have been here, but the new track listing seems to work pretty well, with the exception of the repetition of "(We're a) Bad Trip." It doesn't hurt the album much, though, it just leads to the inevitable need to explain it to my wife when she says "Didn't we already hear this song?" All the bonus tracks are worth having and I'm glad to have this new extended version of the album.
Vinyl Room
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Not a Classic...But Definitely A Keeper
  • Absolutely Essential
  • Classic Album everyone should have!
  • sjakes
  • Off the Hook
Vinyl Room
Sleepy's Theme
Manufacturer: Bang II Records
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | R&B | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Southern RapSouthern Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Pop RapPop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
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ASIN: B000009OEY
Release Date: 1998-07-14

Tracks:

  1. Intro
  2. Can't Let Go
  3. Court Room
  4. Choked Out Satuday Night
  5. Still Smokin'
  6. The Carwash
  7. Simply Beautiful
  8. Bong Experience Dude!!
  9. Fallin' In Love Again
  10. Curse On You
  11. Black Cherry
  12. Grind On
  13. The Ride (Private Party)
  14. Private Party
  15. Conversation
  16. Menage A Trois
  17. 4:30 AM

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Not a Classic...But Definitely A Keeper.......2005-11-14

I am giving this album 4 stars because it has managed to hold up over the years. When I initially purchased it back in 1998? I would have rated it as a 3.5.

Sleepy Brown and Organized Noize struck out on their own path with this album...and gives you a taste of that Down South "Campbleton Road to the SWATS" Soul they do so well.

There are moments of sheer brilliance on this album like "Choked Out Saturday Night" and the instrumental "Coversation" (which, honestly? Sounds like Liquid Funk Concentrate!!)...and even the filler cuts like "Grind ON" are listenable.

The reason why I haven't given this a higer rating is because the sound gets to be a tad bit monotonous towards the end. But as a whole? This is an album that any Organized Noize and/or Soul Lover should own.

5 out of 5 stars Absolutely Essential.......2005-11-09

I bought this on the strength cuz of a review in Rap Pages- from the moment i put it in, i was hooked. It's Sleepy Brown from the unf#ckwittable Dungeon Family and you will be glad you found it.

5 out of 5 stars Classic Album everyone should have!.......2004-05-21

Sleepy Brown is the man known for his crooning on various Dungeon Family projects. Pick up any DF release and Sleepy Brown is definitely found on that album. Also now widely referred to as the "Down South Nate Dogg", Sleepy showed in 98 that he had the skills for a solo project. Every song on this album has a 'vibe'. A big band in the background and real instrumentation along with thumping bass and unique singing made this album an instant dirty south classic. Organized Noize and the Dungeon Family only gives us the quality anyway...it's become standard for them. But Vinyl Room has risen above the usual expectations and standards. The album almost has a 'blunted' feel too it with its thick southern sound. Every song is a classic. From the excellent horns in 'Grind On' to the wonderful horn solo in 'Choked Out Saturday Nite' to the drums of Curse On You, this album is an all night jam. The smoky baby maker Private Party is an 8 minute opus. Every song is infectious and memorable. Sleepy Brown sounds like a new school Curtis Mayfield on some of these songs. The only problem I seem to have are the useless skits...they definitely mess up the flow of a great album, but since the quality of the album is so good they can be overlooked(not easily though). Overall Vinyl Room is definitely a must have if you consider yourself a fan of good soul music. Don't Sleep!

5 out of 5 stars sjakes.......2003-09-24

I'm surprised that cd of this caliber does not have more exposure. I hunted it down after hearing a piece of the cut, "Grind On" on another cd. Took me 9 months to get it (seconhand)but I'm glad I didn't give up the search.It's an allround pleaser. Sleepy has real skills!!!! With lyrics that are sad, romantic,and funny...you will not be bored.
But how can I tell you about the MUSIC..the stuff is lush!!! For the 70's folks you'll be crawlin' down memory lane with this one. If you liked TSOP and MFSB you sho' gon' luh dis heah !!!!

4 out of 5 stars Off the Hook.......2003-04-22

This CD is sweet. Sleepy's theme and all those associated with this camp i.e. OutKast, Dugeon Family, Goodie Mob, all have nice laid back southern funk beats. The only thing that keeps this album from getting a full 5 stars is the little silly interludes. I didn't feel that they added anything to the album. The music is on point though from beginning to end. These guys will probably never make it big and that is what will keep there music soooo fresh and soooo clean. Buy this with no regrets.
Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • Awesome Fun B-Boy Music (Rating: 10 out of 10- -5 stars)
  • 50 STARS IF YOU ASK ME
  • Creativety, humor, honesty and charm all in the mix - the perfect hip-hop record
  • The most entertaining hip hop album EVER
  • YES! THE MOST ORIGINAL HIPHOP ALBUM OF ALL TIME
Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde
The Pharcyde
Manufacturer: Delicious Vinyl
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

GeneralGeneral | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
West CoastWest Coast | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Experimental RapExperimental Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Pop RapPop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
Similar Items:
  1. 93 'Til Infinity
  2. Mecca and the Soul Brother
  3. People's Instinctive Travels and the Paths of Rhythm
  4. Midnight Marauders
  5. The Low End Theory

ASIN: B000006C7B
Release Date: 1998-04-28

Tracks:

  1. 4 Better Or 4 Worse (Interlude)
  2. Oh Shit
  3. It's Jiggaboo Time (Skit)
  4. 4 Better Or 4 Worse
  5. I'm That Type Of Nigga
  6. If I Were President (Skit)
  7. Soul Flower (Remix)
  8. On The DL
  9. Pack The Pipe (Interlude)
  10. Officer
  11. Ya Mama
  12. Passing Me By
  13. Otha Fish
  14. Quinton's On The Way (Skit)
  15. Pack The Pipe
  16. Return Of The B-Boy

Amazon.com

Like De La Soul's Three Feet High & Rising, the Pharcyde's 1992 debut came at a time when hip-hop was headed in one direction, but the group was going somewhere else entirely. A crew of spunky b-boys armed with a self-deprecating sense of humor, the Pharcyde made an album that was fresh and profoundly honest. "Ya Mama" is a clever array of mother jokes set to cartoonish beats; "On the DL" has each MC unguardedly making self-denigrating confessions (like Fat Lip admitting to masturbating--previously a hip-hop no-no); and "Passin' Me By" is an ode to hopeless crushes on unattainable women. The group's playfulness was also infused with smarts, too, most visibly on "Officer." Recorded around the time of the Rodney King verdict, the song was an indictment of racial profiling--shrouded, of course, in a comic tale that parodied Public Enemy's "Black Steel in the Hour of Chaos." With animated beats from J-Swift (the West Coast version of Prince Paul) and four distinct rhyming styles, particularly Slim Kid Tre's melodiousness and Fat Lip's nerdiness, this album captures an innocence rarely seen in the music's posturing ways. It's something that this album captures forever. --Joseph Patel

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Awesome Fun B-Boy Music (Rating: 10 out of 10- -5 stars).......2007-03-02

If I had to pick an album that can discribe the type of personality that I have, it would be this one here, "Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde". Funny that this album dropped back in 1992 and came from Los Angeles. A time and a place where gangsta rap was beginning to get in full spin, this group provided an excellent alternative in hip hop music. I remember when I saw the video "Passing Me By" a few years ago and thought it was an awesome song. Another excellent song would be the jammin' song "Soul Flower", a party track that packs a punch. Infact this whole CD here will be garunteed to provide something for anyone to like. From laughable songs like "Oh Sh.." and "Officer" to those love songs like "Otha Fish" to old school '88 type hip hop like "Return Of The B-Boy". This CD has it all.

No CD is perfect in anyway, but I find this to come very close to perfection. This masterpiece by The Pharcyde is one of the best CDs you can have if you love hip hop. It brings back memories of back when hip hop was fun and at the same time showed off your skills on the mic ("Housing MFs like a real estate agent" - "I'm The Type Of ***** In Charge). That is exactly what this album is all about, making fun music.

I always said that the west coast can come with come of the most creative music in hip hop. This album continues to validate my statement. I heard their follow up "Labcabincalifornia" was dope as well, and I will check that out also.

Lyrics: A+
Guest Appearances: N/A
Production: A+
Musical Vibes: A+
Overall: A+

My Favorite Tracks: Oh Sh.., I'm The Type Of ***** In Charge, Soul Flower (Remix) [personal favorite], On The Down Low, Officer, Ya Mama, Passing Me By, Pack The Pipe, Return Of The B-Boy

Peace Everyone!!!!

5 out of 5 stars 50 STARS IF YOU ASK ME.......2007-01-31

this is a great reason why radio sucks today. there was once a period where you could hear gems that came off this single until you were sick of them. now, you have to fight sleep (at least where i dwell) just to hear quality material like this.

this is class all the way. great west coast hip hop. shoot, this makes me remember groups like freestyle fellowship, da wascals, madkap, and the nonce. before this came out, i never heard a west coast act that made me forget that they were from california. they do not make them like this anymore...........ANYWHERE!!!!! i recommend absolutely everything.

5 out of 5 stars Creativety, humor, honesty and charm all in the mix - the perfect hip-hop record.......2006-06-18

Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde (Delicious Vinyl 1992)

In a time when gangsta rap dominated completely - not just on the westcoast, but in the whole country - there was this nice quartet. A breath of fresh air and a style unlike anything else. Slim Kid Tre, Imani, Fat Lip & Bootie Brown was a part of the rising freestylescene in L.A., and they were more inspired by Native Tongues rather than N.W.A. and Ice-T. Bizarre Ride II The Pharcyde shows musical creativity and it sounds playful. There wasn't any pressure. You could just be yourself, and that's an important premise for many classics.

Humor, honesty and charm are three other important clues, and it was this that separated The Pharcyde from the other rappers. The production is mostly handled by J-Sw!ft, he rotated between funky b-boy songs as "I'm That Type Of N*" and "Officer" and more jazzy stuff like "4 Better Or 4 Worse" and "Otha Fish". It's a lot of James Brown and J.B.'s samples, but also jazznames like Herbie Mann and Lou Donaldson. On the classic single "Passing Me By" they used Quincy Jones' "Summer In The City", but it also features a Jimi Hendrix sample. The other singles, "Ya Mama" and "Otha Fish", are also reckoned classics. On "Otha Fish" Slim Kid (now better known as Tre) could swing free with his wonderful laidback singin'. The record has a totally unique feel and energy, and not since De La Soul's revolutionary debut from 1989, 3 Feet High & Rising, had we heard an album this consistent positively and unceremonious. The Pharcyde didn't quite manage to follow up the success, even though their second, Labcabincalifornia, was a respectably try. However Bizarre Ride... have assured them a spot in "the Hip-Hop Hall Of Fame", and this set belongs home in every serious collection.

5 out of 5 stars The most entertaining hip hop album EVER.......2006-04-28

"Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde" is a prime example of hip hop at its best. I believe that it is one of, if not the, very greatest hip hop album ever recorded. I have listened to hundreds of albums, all of the ones that other people claim to be the best ever, yet nothing entertains me like "Bizarre Ride". I love everything about it. The MCs (Slim Kid Tre, Fatlip, Imani Wilcox, and Bootie Brown) are absolutely hilarious, and they seriously make me laugh everytime I put this in the player. J-Swift made his mark as one of the world's greatest producers, creating beautiful jazzy, funky, and ridiculous beats for them. The subject matter goes all over the place. At one minute they're telling a silly story, the next bashing the police, and the next telling mama jokes. They yell and chant every chorus. Their immature, harmonious voices, along with a great flow, will keep you listening for the end and you'll keep coming back for more "Bizarre Ride".

The first full song is called "Oh Sh*t", a hilarious mix of stories that made the four use the exclamation. Between being busted and finding your lady is a man, over a jazzy and bluesy beat, this song is great. "4 Better Or 4 Worse" also has a great soulful beat, awesome chorus and on-point lyrics. "I'm That Type Of N**ga" is just a happy, catchy song, with a sax loop, funny chorus, and more great rhymes. "Soul Flower" is maybe my favorite beat here, it makes my head bob and puts me on the brink of dancing every time, and the beat to "On the DL" is just as great, a bass and drum heavy track with great vibes. The lyrics and hooks to both do not slack, and both are classics. "Officer" is an anti-police anthem, but it's done in the signature Pharcyde style, half-kidding the entire song. It almost sounds like a parody of a Public Enemy song, with the spinning, loopy beat and chorus. "Ya Mama" is maybe the funniest song I've ever heard. The beat is great, and I know you think you've heard mama jokes before, but wait till you hear this. A peg leg with a kickstand? An afro with a chinstrap? Where do they get this stuff? This is perfectly followed by "Passin' Me By", indisputibly one of the greatest hip hop songs of all time. The beat is among the best ever, and the lyrics tell the stories of the girls that got away. It's as legendary a hip hop song as any. "Otha Fish", one of my favorites, has a toned down, happy beat with flutes, providing hope to any lovesick teen. "Pack the Pipe", a silly story which involves giving weed to a 4-year old, and "Return of the B-Boy", an excellent groove, finish the album amazingly in a way only the Pharcyde could. Throughout the album, hilarious skits like "Quinton's on the Way", "It's Jigaboo Time", and "Pack the Pipe" only enhance the tracks.

"Bizarre Ride II the Pharcyde" is a must-have for anyone who likes hip hop. It has the funniest lyrics and immaculate production. Everything went right on "Bizarre Ride", and I speak of it among the best ever, with other greats from the early 90s period like Pete Rock & CL Smooth, Souls of Mischief, and A Tribe Called Quest. You don't know what you're missing without this in your collection.

5 out of 5 stars YES! THE MOST ORIGINAL HIPHOP ALBUM OF ALL TIME.......2006-04-25

FRESH. The feeling you get from Bizarre Ride II is similar to that off a bottle of chilled water on a summer's day...REFRESHING. Now that may sound to cliched, but it's true. At a time when Hiphop was constantly progressing as different artists and groups were bringing something new to the table, and making a name for themselves (1992) the Pharyce stepped up and blew away any competition for that time. This album has that x-factor that only a true Hiphop fan can appreciate. Now I do not agree with reviewers that say that this is one of the last great hiphop albums to come out before commercialism started to ambush Hiphop, since 1993/1994 was pretty much the beat years for hiphop with virtually the most innovative and creative albums in hiphop coming out, but I can see how this album can over-shadow any later releases. Now, for the music. The album contains 11 tracks and 5 skits (some of the most entertaining skits that only enhance the flow of the album further) all of which display their own individuality and carry their own memorability. "Passin Me By" is considered to be one of the best hiphop songs off all time, and it can be understood why as Fatlip etc drop a little tale over one of the most addictive and fresh melodies ever laid down (courtesy of J-SWIFT. However, unlike some releases this does not over-shadow any other song on the album resulting in you finding your "favourite" track will continually change until the day you die. "On the DL" is one of the most refreshing Hiphop songs I have ever heard, period, displaying nothing short of amazing lyrics, originality and production that only keeps you hitting the rewind button. Similarly, tracks like Ya Mama and Officer offer a more entertaining experience that contributes to justification of the albums deserved trademark title of "originality", whilst tracks like "oh Sht" and "soul flower remix" give a catchy and addictive vibe that are ideal for when you feel a bit hype or just want to engage with your music! It's all here, you are reading a review for one of the most unique and replayable albums in history, regardless of genre. The Pharcyde display styles that no other hiphop group posess or can match, and this album is the perfect oppurtunity to indugle in Hiphop's most creative side! This needs to be in the hands of a person who truly appreciates Hiphop with that Jazzy Fresh Vibe. If not, look elsewhere as this is not for you...You will not understand.PEACE

Lyrics? - 10/10
Beats? - 10/10
Originality? - 1000/10
Replay Value - 10/10

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Vinyl II
Average customer rating: Not rated
    Vinyl II

    Manufacturer: Cortical Foundation
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    GeneralGeneral | Alternative Rock | Styles | Music
    Film ScoresFilm Scores | Theatrical, Incidental & Program Music | Forms & Genres | Classical | Styles | Music
    Chamber MusicChamber Music | Forms & Genres | Classical (c.1770-1830) | Historical Periods | Classical | Styles | Music
    GeneralGeneral | Classical | Styles | Music
    GeneralGeneral | Chamber Music | Classical | Styles | Music
    Movie SoundtracksMovie Soundtracks | Soundtracks | Styles | Music
    GeneralGeneral | Soundtracks | Styles | Music
    ASIN: B0000560BK
    Release Date: 2004-01-01

    Tracks:

    1. Take 1
    2. Take 2
    3. Take 3
    Two Step to Heaven
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      Two Step to Heaven
      Edward II
      Manufacturer: Cooking Vinyl
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | Folk | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | International | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Celtic | International | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
      ASIN: B000001SLE
      Release Date: 1996-07-23

      Tracks:

      1. Bjorn Again Polka
      2. Lovers' Two Step
      3. Swing Easy
      4. Staffordshire Hornpipe
      5. Jenny Lind
      6. Pomp And Pride
      7. Untitled Polka
      8. The Queen's Jig
      9. The Steamboats
      10. Cliffhanger
      11. Stack Of Wheat
      12. Brimfield Hornpipe
      13. Swedish Polka
      14. Two Step To Heaven
      The Vinyl Room
      Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
      • Not a Classic...But Definitely A Keeper
      • Absolutely Essential
      • Classic Album everyone should have!
      • sjakes
      • Off the Hook
      The Vinyl Room
      Sleepy's Theme
      Manufacturer: Bang II Records
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      GeneralGeneral | R&B | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
      Southern RapSouthern Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
      Pop RapPop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
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      2. Mr. Brown
      3. A S.W.A.T. Healin' Ritual
      4. East Point's Greatest Hits
      5. Concrete Law

      ASIN: B000009OFG
      Release Date: 1998-07-14

      Tracks:

      1. Intro
      2. Can't Let Go
      3. Court Room
      4. Choked Out Saturday Night
      5. Still Smokin'
      6. Simply Beautiful
      7. Song Experience Dude!!
      8. Fallin' In Love Again
      9. Curse On You
      10. Grind On
      11. The Ride (Private Party)
      12. Private Party
      13. Conversation
      14. 4:30 A.M.

      Customer Reviews:

      4 out of 5 stars Not a Classic...But Definitely A Keeper.......2005-11-14

      I am giving this album 4 stars because it has managed to hold up over the years. When I initially purchased it back in 1998? I would have rated it as a 3.5.

      Sleepy Brown and Organized Noize struck out on their own path with this album...and gives you a taste of that Down South "Campbleton Road to the SWATS" Soul they do so well.

      There are moments of sheer brilliance on this album like "Choked Out Saturday Night" and the instrumental "Coversation" (which, honestly? Sounds like Liquid Funk Concentrate!!)...and even the filler cuts like "Grind ON" are listenable.

      The reason why I haven't given this a higer rating is because the sound gets to be a tad bit monotonous towards the end. But as a whole? This is an album that any Organized Noize and/or Soul Lover should own.

      5 out of 5 stars Absolutely Essential.......2005-11-09

      I bought this on the strength cuz of a review in Rap Pages- from the moment i put it in, i was hooked. It's Sleepy Brown from the unf#ckwittable Dungeon Family and you will be glad you found it.

      5 out of 5 stars Classic Album everyone should have!.......2004-05-21

      Sleepy Brown is the man known for his crooning on various Dungeon Family projects. Pick up any DF release and Sleepy Brown is definitely found on that album. Also now widely referred to as the "Down South Nate Dogg", Sleepy showed in 98 that he had the skills for a solo project. Every song on this album has a 'vibe'. A big band in the background and real instrumentation along with thumping bass and unique singing made this album an instant dirty south classic. Organized Noize and the Dungeon Family only gives us the quality anyway...it's become standard for them. But Vinyl Room has risen above the usual expectations and standards. The album almost has a 'blunted' feel too it with its thick southern sound. Every song is a classic. From the excellent horns in 'Grind On' to the wonderful horn solo in 'Choked Out Saturday Nite' to the drums of Curse On You, this album is an all night jam. The smoky baby maker Private Party is an 8 minute opus. Every song is infectious and memorable. Sleepy Brown sounds like a new school Curtis Mayfield on some of these songs. The only problem I seem to have are the useless skits...they definitely mess up the flow of a great album, but since the quality of the album is so good they can be overlooked(not easily though). Overall Vinyl Room is definitely a must have if you consider yourself a fan of good soul music. Don't Sleep!

      5 out of 5 stars sjakes.......2003-09-24

      I'm surprised that cd of this caliber does not have more exposure. I hunted it down after hearing a piece of the cut, "Grind On" on another cd. Took me 9 months to get it (seconhand)but I'm glad I didn't give up the search.It's an allround pleaser. Sleepy has real skills!!!! With lyrics that are sad, romantic,and funny...you will not be bored.
      But how can I tell you about the MUSIC..the stuff is lush!!! For the 70's folks you'll be crawlin' down memory lane with this one. If you liked TSOP and MFSB you sho' gon' luh dis heah !!!!

      4 out of 5 stars Off the Hook.......2003-04-22

      This CD is sweet. Sleepy's theme and all those associated with this camp i.e. OutKast, Dugeon Family, Goodie Mob, all have nice laid back southern funk beats. The only thing that keeps this album from getting a full 5 stars is the little silly interludes. I didn't feel that they added anything to the album. The music is on point though from beginning to end. These guys will probably never make it big and that is what will keep there music soooo fresh and soooo clean. Buy this with no regrets.
      Under Construction, Pt. II
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        Under Construction, Pt. II
        Timbaland & Magoo
        Manufacturer: Simply Vinyl
        ProductGroup: Music
        Binding: Audio CD

        GeneralGeneral | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | R&B | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Soul | R&B | Styles | Music
        GeneralGeneral | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
        Southern RapSouthern Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
        Pop RapPop Rap | Rap & Hip-Hop | Styles | Music
        R&BR&B | Imports | Stores | Music
        ASIN: B000EPF8U8

        Tracks:

        1. Intro/Straight Outta Virginia - Magoo, Timbaland
        2. Cop That Sh** - Magoo, Missy Elliott, Timbaland
        3. Shenanigans - Bubba Sparxxx, Magoo, Timbaland
        4. Leavin' - Attitude, Magoo, Timbaland
        5. That Sh** Ain't Gonna Work - Magoo, Timbaland
        6. Don't Make Me Take It There - Magoo, Timbaland, Frank Lee White
        7. Indian Flute - Magoo, , Sebastian, Raje Shwari, Timbaland
        8. Can We Do It Again - Magoo, Timbaland
        9. Naughty Eye - Magoo, , Sebastian, Raje Shwari, Timbaland
        10. N 2 da Music - Brandy, Magoo, Timbaland
        11. Hold On - Wyclef Jean, Magoo, Timbaland
        12. Insane - Magoo, Candice Nelson "G.G.", Timbaland
        13. Throwback - Magoo, Timbaland
        14. Hold Cutz - Magoo, Timbaland
        15. I Got Luv 4 Ya - Magoo, Timbaland
        16. Naughty Eye II (Hips) - Beenie Man, Magoo, Timbaland

        Album Details

        Re-issue featuring the Tracks 'cop that Disc', 'indian 'flute' and 'that Shit Ain't Gonna Work'. Includes Contributions from Missy Elliott and Bubba Sparxxx.
        II & III
        Average customer rating: Not rated
          II & III

          Manufacturer: Cooking Vinyl/Koch
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          GeneralGeneral | Rock | Styles | Music
          Pop RockPop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music
          ASIN: B000A2GAAC
          Release Date: 2004-04-27

          Music Track:

          1. Viviani: Capricci Armonici
          2. Wagner: Siegfried Idyll, Preludes & Overtures
          3. Zemlinsky: String Quartets
          4. A Glimpse of Heaven - St. Martin's Chamber Choir
          5. A Pittsburgh Wassail
          6. Altera Roma: Music in the Pope's Palace
          7. An Evening with Beethoven, disks a-d
          8. An Evening With Mozart [Box set]
          9. Anthology, Vol. 7
          10. Bach: Oeuvres pour 2 Clavecins

          Music Track

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