A sip of this Energy drink will at first be off-putting if you’re expecting the taste of a Creamsicle bar. It is supposed to be based on those, but it just tastes like a cold Orange. The concept can be enhanced, however, by putting it in the Freezer until little ice crystals form. On a hot summer day, it’s certainly better that way.
my rating : 3 of 5
![audio review : a DM Records compilation : Bass Sound Off USA [ Volume 4 ]](https://marcellee.com/posts/132518.jpg)
I like Machine Language. It’s one of Techno Bass Crew’s best songs. The chorus on Old School Overload is vibing. If I can include a DJ Trippy bonus track, Burning Out is also hot. This fourth Volume of Bass Sound Off is, in fact, the best in the set. That’s not to say it isn’t a stormy affair. It, like the others, should be an EP. Less isn’t more, but it’s often better. That fact seems to be lost on DM Records.
my rating : 3 of 5
1997
This drink doesn’t put me in Melon Mania. It’s more of a berry taste to my buds; pleasant enough despite the carbonation but nothing to go crazy about. It’s promoted as Total Body Fuel packed with 300 milligrams of “natural caffeine” for “increased concentration” and “reduced fatigue”.
my rating : 3 of 5
![audio review : a DM Records compilation : Trip Hop Experience [ Chapter One ]](https://marcellee.com/posts/132428.jpg)
The best cut here is DJ OSP’s Relax, which sounds about as tranquil as its title suggests. Most of the others are subpar, perhaps partly due to the aesthetic limitations of the Trip Hop subgenre itself. The two songs you might’ve heard before are Brazil, from Bass 305’s Departure album, and Techno Bass Crew’s Disorder.
my rating : 3 of 5
1996
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Bass 305’s Techno Bass, albeit mistitled, is on Volume Three. It’s inclusion here is either a careless mistake or an artistic calamity. The fact that the album isn’t mastered; some songs are significantly louder than others; and the “4” breaks the nonnumerical tradition of the previous ones suggest the former.
Still this is the best Explosion since Volume 1. That is to say it’s not bad. It’s not good neither; Bass Syndicate is still awful; but there are good songs. The manic loop (chorus) on Bass Alliance’s Damaging Bass encourages “prolonged listening”. Other highlights include Bass In Your Face, Cyber Travel and Virtual Bass.
my rating : 3 of 5
1996
![audio review : audio review : audio review : a DM Records compilation : Bass Explosion USA [ Volume One ]](https://marcellee.com/posts/132341.jpg)
Woofer Wrecker is an appropriate way to begin this album; a DM Records compilation of “20 booming hi-tech digital bass tracks from the world’s best acts!” That last bit contradicts the USA theme and My Boomin Is A Boomin; one vocal track amid instrumentals; should’ve been omitted, but it’s a decent set. The best songs include Space Bass Traveler, Bach 305 and Musik Of The Future.
my rating : 3 of 5
1994
audio review : Bass Explosion USA [ Volume Two ]
audio review : Bass Explosion [ Volume Three ]
audio review : Bass Explosion [ Volume 4 ]
audio review : Best Of Bass Explosion
![audio review : Based On A True Story [ Season 1 ] ( album ) ... Will Smith](https://marcellee.com/posts/132320.jpg)
Will Smith had what one might call a squeaky-clean image for a long time. It wasn’t until the slap heard around the world that he became somewhat infamous. Instead of ignoring the scandal, he addresses it at the very start of this album; his first in twenty years; which is a bold move. That he handles it with comedy, in the style he became popular for in the first place, makes it a smart one.
He should’ve stuck with humor for the rest of the set. It’s his most admirable trait. When he’s just rapping or trying to be a positive role model; he actually takes on the role of a church Reverend here, oddly enough; things aren’t as interesting. He’s not “wack”; never was; but some of these songs come close. The best include Work Of Art with Jaden Smith and Tantrum with Joyner Lucas.
my rating : 3 of 5
2025
The Rainbow Unicorn concept seems to have nothing to do with the taste. This Bang supposedly has “a spectacular collection of fruity flavors”, but it goes down like another standard energy drink to me. That isn’t a bad thing; it’s sweet despite having “zero sugar”; but there’s nothing magical about it neither.
my rating : 3 of 5
The Wyldin stylization is silly. “Wild” would’ve sufficed. Not that there’s anything crazy about this energy/sports drink, which offers 300 milligrams of caffeine. “Enjoy summer all year long with the refreshing taste of watermelon!”, the promo reads, and the taste, though carbonated, is akin to the fruit.
my rating : 3 of 5
There are hints of Mayhem; some of these (gay) club beats get quite tumultuous; but this album is mostly a controlled affair. That is to say it sounds just like another Lady Gaga album, whatever that’s worth these days. It’s about on par with Chromatica; more interesting than Joanne but not as fun as Artpop. Garden Of Eden sounds like an outtake from the latter. The Swiftesque How Bad Do U Want Me is another highlight.
my rating : 3 of 5
2025
The Crunchy one tastes better, at least when eaten alone. This Creamy version would be better in, say, a sandwich with jelly. Neither are quite good. The lack of a sweetener basically assures as much, but with just two ingredients; dry roasted peanuts and salt; you’ll have a hard time finding a healthier alternative.
my rating : 3 of 5
The name of this 3D Energy Drink doesn’t make sense given its flavor. Frost means cold enough to form ice crystals, but it has a strong; the promo describes it as “light”; hint of citrus, the fruits of which would quickly go bad under such conditions. “Citrus Frost” would at least acknowledge the discrepancy.
my rating : 3 of 5