The Best of Groove Armada [Import]

The Best of Groove Armada [Import]

The Best of Groove Armada [Import]

Track Listings
 
1. Superstylin'
2. If Everybody Looked the Same
3. I See You Baby [Fatboy Slim Radio Edit] [Edit]
4. At the River
5. My Friend
6. Take Me Home
7. Purple Haze
8. Madder
9. Chicago
10. Easy
11. Think Twice
12. Inside My Mind (Blue Skies)
13. Little by Little
14. But I Feel Good

Editorial Reviews
Product Description
International release for the London-based electronica/dance duo. This best of gathers the hits of the group, since their 1st album Northern Star in 1999 to the last Lovebox in 2003, plus one new track, 'All of Me'. Highlights include, 'I See You Baby' (Fatboy Slim Remix), 'At the River', 'Superstylin', 'My Friend' and more. BMG. 2004.

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The Best Of
Average customer rating: 4 out of 5 stars
  • Hooked by Groove Armada
  • Great Stuff
  • Grooving away?
  • Just a casual listener
  • A good batch of tunes.
 The Best Of
Groove Armada
Manufacturer: Jive
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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GeneralGeneral | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
GeneralGeneral | Techno | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
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  5. Versions

ASIN: B00029CXK4
Release Date: 2004-10-26

Tracks:

  1. Superstylin'
  2. If Everybody Looked The Same
  3. I See You Baby- Featuring Gram'Ma Funk
  4. At The River
  5. My Friend
  6. Purple Haze
  7. Chicago
  8. Easy
  9. Think Twice
  10. Inside My Mind (Blue Skies)
  11. Little By Little
  12. But I Feel Good

Amazon.com

The Best of Groove Armada charts the success of one of the UK's most popular dance acts. Featuring the biggest hits from their last three albums, this anthology of their time on the Jive label is packed with downbeat and upbeat anthems, and an array of music as heard in film, television and radio.

The subdued intro and trombone melody of "Superstylin" opens the collection softly with the now legendary bassline kicking in for a perfect euphoric moment. Other upbeat anthems include the piano house of "If Everybody Looked the Same," the Fatboy Slim mix of Gramma Funk's "I See You Baby" (both of which have been used to sell cars) and the more recent disco hit, "Easy." However, although Tom Findlay and Andy Kato pack dance floors every weekend, it's their downbeat soul that receives most attention, partly due to the "chillout" explosion of 2000 that made "At the River" a classic of the genre. With their last album Lovebox, GA showed a more versatile, band-influenced side with songs like the Status Quo sampling "Purple Haze," the rocky "Madder," and fun-loving ska of "But I Feel Good".

The Best of Groove Armada is a great selection of songs showing the diversity and musical progression of the band, a perfect introduction for the un-initiated and a good collection for those already converted. --Georgina Collins

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars Hooked by Groove Armada.......2006-11-02

Just happened to be watching a TV show featuring The Who, this "set-up" band played first. I was instantly hooked by the beat and mix of instrument sounds of "Easy", then really snagged by "Superstlylin'". Just based on hearing these 2 cuts, prompted me to buy this album "in the dark". And Groove Armada did NOT disappoint - I loved nearly every track on the CD. New, exciting, sophisticated - it's hard to believe that all the arrangements are performed by the sane group.

5 out of 5 stars Great Stuff.......2005-07-12

I must admit that I never heard anything so diverse and wish I could start a band or a project as good as that ! The song "At The River" is just fantastic. Their stength is to take you through different emotions with totally different styles on each track. Not to forget the classic "Easy", "Superstylin" ... Actually they're all classics ! That's why it's a great CD. Unfortunately I think it's too early to release a best of when you haven't ended your career. Anyway. What I love the most about them is that they are a total mystery to me. How many members in the band ?

4 out of 5 stars Grooving away?.......2005-05-08

When I see a compilation of hits by a relatively young act, an inevitable feeling of "are they officially done?" invades me. This was how I felt when I learned about this "Best of" Groove Armada, which followed their "Lovebox" album. Sure it's loaded with groovy tunes that will keep you dancing, but coming after an album where they essentially feel as if they're loosing their original edge, it leaves a question lingering in the air: are the boys grooving away?

Hopefully they still have much more to offer, but in the meantime, enjoy this four-star compilation. It's not a five-star, because few compilations are. It only carries three of my favorite GA tracks: "Superstylin'", "If Everybody Looked the Same" and "Chicago".

3 out of 5 stars Just a casual listener.......2005-04-05

cI have to admit that I was never wild about Groove Armada. I always felt that Basement Jaxx, Daft Punk, and The Chemical Brothers were far better. Still Groove Armada did manage to put out some solid dance songs such as the reggae-influenced "Superstylin'", my favorite GA song. That simply makes me want to get up and dance. I fell in love with the song again when I saw "Bride & Prejudice" and it was included in the rave on the beach scene. It was what made me buy Groove Armada's best of compilation. I never liked "I See You Baby" (Fatboy Slim Radio Edit) to begin with. I still don't after all these years. The songs on the album for me were a hit or miss. The songs that I did like was "Madder" with the killer guitar riffs, the funky house track "Easy", and the laid back "At the River". I especially dug the piano ballad "Twink Twice". I found it quite soulful. This isn't a bad compilation. I liked most of the songs. There were just a few clunkers that I didn't care for. I thought it was good for this casual listener.

5 out of 5 stars A good batch of tunes........2005-03-06

For me, this is not Groove Armada at their absolute best. Sure there are many tracks here which secreted themselves into the mainstream and became utterly addictive, but only some of the tracks are from the outstanding "Vertigo", which truly is the best work these guys have produced.
That is not to do this work down, it is a nice retrospective and these guys work hard to produce original, quirky, chilled and ambiant music and their is no one to hold a candle to them. Lots of imitation bands have sprung up but none can quite cut it like these guys.
If you have never heard them then you should because you are doing them a diservice and denying yourself. Incidently, "Back to mine" and "Northern Star" are crackers too.
The Best Of
Average customer rating: Not rated
    		The Best Of
    Groove Armada
    Manufacturer: Bmg Int'l
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

    AmbientAmbient | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
    GeneralGeneral | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
    ElectronicaElectronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
    Trip-HopTrip-Hop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
    BritainBritain | British Isles | Europe | International | Styles | Music
    GeneralGeneral | R&B | Styles | Music
    Dance & DJDance & DJ | Imports | Stores | Music
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    ASIN: B0002BK9H6
    Release Date: 2004-12-28

    Tracks:

    1. Superstylin'
    2. If Everybody Looked the Same
    3. I See You Baby [Fatboy Slim Radio Edit]
    4. At the River
    5. My Friend
    6. Take Me Home
    7. Purple Haze
    8. Madder
    9. Chicago
    10. Easy
    11. Think Twice
    12. Inside My Mind (Blue Skies)
    13. Little by Little
    14. But I Feel Good

    Tracks:

    1. Intro [DVD][Live]
    2. Chicago [DVD][Live]
    3. I See You Baby [DVD][Live]
    4. Purple Haze [DVD][Live]
    5. My Friend [DVD][Live]
    6. Fogma [DVD][Live]
    7. Lazy Moon [DVD][Live]
    8. Little by Little [DVD][Live]
    9. Lovebox [DVD][Live]
    10. Final Shakedown [DVD][Live]
    11. At the River [DVD][Live]
    12. Remember [DVD][Live]
    13. Easy [DVD][Live]
    14. Madder [DVD][Live]
    15. Edge Hill [DVD][Live]
    16. Going Back to My Roots [DVD][Live]
    17. Superstylin' [DVD][Live]
    18. If Everybody Looked the Same [DVD][Version]
    19. At the River [DVD][Version]
    20. I See You Baby [DVD][Version]
    21. I See You Baby [DVD][Mix][Version]
    22. Superstylin' [DVD][Version]
    23. My Friend [DVD][Version]
    24. Purple Haze [DVD][Version]
    25. But I Feel Good [DVD][Version]

    Album Description

    Based round the instrumental & production skills of Tom Findlay & Andy Cato, Groove Armada have proved they are one of the most consistent British dance of acts of recent years. Refreshingly eclectic, they're happy to make music for both the dance floor & the sofa. UK limited edition pressing of 2004 compilation includes eight bonus tracks, 'Black Sheep', 'Tuning In', 'I See You Baby', 'Ooh Baby', 'Wild Is Love', 'Suntoucher' (Nextmen Submarine Remix), 'I See You Baby' (DJ Sneak Mix), & 'Think Twice' (Tiefschwartz Remix). Jive/BMG.
    The Best Of
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      		The Best Of
      Groove Armada
      Manufacturer: Jive Int'l
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

      AmbientAmbient | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | Techno | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
      ElectronicaElectronica | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
      Trip-HopTrip-Hop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music
      GeneralGeneral | R&B | Styles | Music
      Dance & DJDance & DJ | Imports | Stores | Music
      ASIN: B0002IQF9K
      Release Date: 2004-07-06

      Tracks:

      1. Superstylin'
      2. If Everybody Looked the Same
      3. I See You Baby [Fatboy Slim Radio Edit]
      4. At the River
      5. My Friend
      6. Take Me Home
      7. Purple Haze
      8. Madder
      9. Chicago
      10. Easy
      11. Think Twice
      12. Inside My Mind (Blue Skies)
      13. Little by Little
      14. But I Feel Good

      Album Description

      International release for the London-based electronica/dance duo. This best of gathers the hits of the group, since their 1st album Northern Star in 1999 to the last Lovebox in 2003, plus one new track, 'All of Me'. Highlights include, 'I See You Baby' (Fatboy Slim Remix), 'At the River', 'Superstylin', 'My Friend' and more. BMG. 2004.

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