Step Back In Time (The 90's: The Ultimate 90's Hits Collection)

Member Name: benlepensive

Product:	The 90's: The Ultimate 90's Hits Collection
Date:	10/08/09 (13 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: good song choices

Disadvantages: bland artwork

The 90's was a great decade for music, better than the noughties, that's for sure! I mean all we have now is blooming r and b clogging up the charts. The nineties was all about proper songs, individuality and artists moving away from the really cheesy SAW pop sound of the eighties.

There are two discs here and I have selected some songs to highlight. The album blasts off with U2's number one 'Discotheque.' It was a bold step for them as they pushed their boundaries further, taking on a dancier sound than ever before and introducing a grimey industrial vibe to their music.

Spice Girls' best hit 'Wannabe' has dated badly, but is still a pop treat, such hooky lines and such excitement! On the subject of that, Pulp turned their career around with the stunning 'Common People.' Cocker's intelligent lyrics and ear for a catchy melody makes this a winner.

The Prodigy are just pure evil, with Keith Flint about to self destruct, this will be their calling card for years to come; 'Firestarter' is a showstopper. If you need to calm down after this, Whigfield's 'Saturday Night' should settle you and you might feel the need to do that dance routine!

Disc two starts with Boyzeon, not one of my faves, but the song has some merits. Keating's vocals are controlled and sexy and even Gately is less whiney then usual. They are followed swiftly by the All Saints with 'Never Ever.' A solid ballad but a minute too long.

Elevator music can be sourced in the Lighthouse Family, have that pillow to hand though! Much better is Coolio's 'Gangsta's Paradise' which is given a huge boost by some meaty vocals from LV.

Aqua's underrated ballad 'Turn Back Time' pops up, showcasing their softer side, it is a triumphant piece of music, full of haunting lines and melodic strings. The album closes with 'Killer' by Adamski, where Seal turns in a superb vocal full of soul and charisma.

There are many nineties CDs out there, this has chosen some of the better tracks, 39 songs should keep you busy. Perfect for deejays or for parties.

Summary: good stuff