a DM Records compilation : Bass Sound Off USA [ Volume 3 ]

a DM Records compilation : Bass Sound Off USA [ Volume 3 ]

This third Volume in the Bass Sound Off series is about on par with the first two. That is to say it’s just as much of a bloated mess. An EP of the six actual Bass Syndicate songs; the rest are 808XS beats and random sound effects; would make for a decent listen. The better among them include Aruba Prelude, which should’ve started the set, and Backward Glances, which should’ve ended it.

my rating : 2 of 5

1997

audio review : Aruba Prelude ( song ) … Bass Syndicate

I don’t know what the Prelude bit is about. Perhaps you’re supposed to play this on your way to Aruba, arguably one of the most beautiful islands in the world; certainly one of the most popular tourist destinations.

The song, mysteriously described as German Musik on Bass Sound Off USA, seems to fit the occasion; the best part being the chords that start it. When they stop near the middle and at the end, the quality takes a deep dive.

my rating : 4 of 5

1997

a DM Records compilation : Bass Sound Off USA [ Volume 3 ]