Latin Travels, Vol. 2: A Six Degrees Collection

Latin Travels, Vol. 2: A Six Degrees Collection

Latin Travels, Vol. 2: A Six Degrees Collection

ASIN: B000ALZHIY

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Product Description
Ever since the release of Asian Travels in the year 2000, the Six Degrees "Travels" compilation series has been the benchmark for quality in a market glutted with imitators. With two volumes released of Asian and Arabian Travels as well as African and Latin Travels, the series has remained committed to exploring the incredible influence that music from various parts of the planet has had on the electronic and dance community.

The latest offering, Latin Travels 2 is once again, the sound of the past harmonizing with the future- the fusion of 21st century global dance culture with ancient traditions and deep roots. The music is a representation of the entire Afro-Latin Diaspora (the sounds of Africa, Cuba, the Caribbean and Brazil) in a modern context.

In keeping with its predecessor's tradition, Latin Travels 2 is chock full of exclusive tracks and remixes that have been recorded specially for this project. Highlights include, a brand new reggeaton remix of Los Mococsos' track "Bandolera", Tim "Love" Lee's funky re-work of a classic 70's track from Brazilian soul band, Banda Uniao Black, Bombay Dub Orchestra's irresistible, "Montuno Skank" and hot, hip hop up and comers, the Rondo Brothers remix of a Beny More Latin classic.

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Latin Travels, Vol. 2: A Six Degrees Collection
Average customer rating: 4.5 out of 5 stars
  • Latin roots get a makeover
  • The coolest of today's latin dance music
Latin Travels, Vol. 2: A Six Degrees Collection
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Six Degrees
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000ALZHIY
Release Date: 2005-09-13

Tracks:

  1. Bombay Dub Orchestra Montuno Skank
  2. Deela Azua Azua
  3. Latin Soul Syndicate Mi Dia Bonito (Mark Pistel Remix)
  4. De Vibroluxe Latininfinity
  5. Tao of Groove Cha Cha Cha 57 (Jazzelicious Remix)
  6. Los Mocosos Bandolera Era (Reggaeton Remix)
  7. Beny Mor Manzanillo (Rondo Brothers Remix)
  8. Banda UniBlack Faz Tanto Tempo (Tim "Love" Lee semi bearded mix)
  9. Bobi Cedes California (DJ Tripp Bass 211 Remix)
  10. Flora y Fauna What's Up Samba
  11. DIG (featuring Omar Sosa and Greg Landau) Post Modern Cumbia

Album Description

Ever since the release of Asian Travels in the year 2000, the Six Degrees "Travels" compilation series has been the benchmark for quality in a market glutted with imitators. With two volumes released of Asian and Arabian Travels as well as African and Latin Travels, the series has remained committed to exploring the incredible influence that music from various parts of the planet has had on the electronic and dance community.

The latest offering, Latin Travels 2 is once again, the sound of the past harmonizing with the future- the fusion of 21st century global dance culture with ancient traditions and deep roots. The music is a representation of the entire Afro-Latin Diaspora (the sounds of Africa, Cuba, the Caribbean and Brazil) in a modern context.

In keeping with its predecessor's tradition, Latin Travels 2 is chock full of exclusive tracks and remixes that have been recorded specially for this project. Highlights include, a brand new reggeaton remix of Los Mococsos' track "Bandolera", Tim "Love" Lee's funky re-work of a classic 70's track from Brazilian soul band, Banda Uniao Black, Bombay Dub Orchestra's irresistible, "Montuno Skank" and hot, hip hop up and comers, the Rondo Brothers remix of a Beny More Latin classic.

Customer Reviews:

4 out of 5 stars Latin roots get a makeover.......2007-05-15

If you want to hear a variety of of artists within the Latin dance genre than this disc is for you. The songs are all relatively different; the one thing being the same is the Latin groove. Lots of Afro-Caribbean influences make this danceable, that coupled with the electronic makeovers and you have music for the latest generation to shake your booty. There are lots of cool tracks that are upbeat including the current dance theme "Bandolero Era" which is a Regaeton remix and very popular with the current crop of hipsters dancing the nights away in exotic locales like Cancun, Cabo, etc. Some of the stuff has been slowed down and infused with electronic elements like the mamboesque "Manzanillo" which sounds modern yet maintians it's roots integrity. "California" has a old school meets the 21st century vibe that is part merengue, part electronica and all good. Dig offers "Post Modern Cumbia" that is another song in a similar vein as just described but even better, it has tastefully recreated a popular dance form, slowed it down and added jazzy arrangements for a refreshing new take on an old dance theme. Several others tracks have jazzy additions to the mix for some mellow sounds. This is a good compilation that is good for the rotaion to change the pace and get into a Latin dance groove. Recommended for party people everywhere.

5 out of 5 stars The coolest of today's latin dance music.......2005-10-21

This compilation is rocking from the very start ("Montuno Skank" is absolutely lovely latin dub groover from forthcoming world-fusion superstars Bombay Dub Orchestra, ready to release their fully orchestrated electronic dub works early 2006) till only silence remains. This is extremely satifying mix of about everything that's cool, sexy and danceable at the moment, Hip Hop, Electronica, Drum 'n Bass, Reggaeton, Funk, Afro, Latin, House, Disco, and a stellar cast of talented and experienced musicians, singers and producers work their best to give you and your cool friends maximum enjoyment. Some exclusive funky remixes on this one so get it soon (though it's gonna be hot forever anyway).

Just put this on and let the fiesta begin!

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