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Hardcore at it's absolute prime

Jacob Hurley | Southfield, MI United States | 05/06/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Questionably one of the greatest techno mix CD's ever produced, unquestionably the greatest hardcore CD ever produced. With this chapter in the Happy 2b Hardcore series we see Frolic go with the flow as the Happier side of Hardcore (cheese) dies out and a sort of Trancecore appears. This cd is timeless in the respect that we see the tracks aren't too cheesy but at the same time aren't too progressive...I believe that tracks released around 2000 showcase what hardcore techno is all about. Here's the breakdown-1. Kaos & Ethos - Drift on a Dream
The first release on Future Dance records starts the CD off and is a perfect opening track for any mix - starting out with slow BPM and building up to the 175 blast of hardcore. Kaos and Ethos really nail the vibe with this superb track.2. Visa - All I Need (remix by Soaked/Kaos)
The mix into the 2nd track is the best mix I have ever heard. These tracks go together like legos. This track maintains and elevates the vibe set by the opener, one of my favorites.3. Scott Brown - Turn up the Music
While at first this track is hard to get into since it changes the vibe a bit (going from happy to more somber trance melodies), you'll love it more and more as you realize its brilliance. One of Mr. Brown's first Trancecore releases, standing out the wave of Happycore being released on his label previous to this gem.4. UFO - Deep Inside
Blasting right back into upbeat. This is a track you don't really love until you hear remixes that don't even reach the same level as the original. This track established UFO as a major producer of quality hardcore; he's now dropping hit after hit on Hixxy's Raverbaby.5. Breeze ft. MC Storm - Jump a Little Higher
I have the original track by Breeze and this mix takes a good old school song and gives it the perfect new school twist, along with the rhymes of MC Storm. 6. DNA - Euphoric State
DNA is the man. I believe this is his last solo production, and what a way to go out. High quality new school happycore.7. Hixxy & Sharkey - Toytown (vocal remix)
Toytown is an old school anthem and this remix updates the melodies and adds vocals. I'll admit I'm not a huge fan; I think toytown should remain totally old school. This is pretty much the only track on the cd I don't care much for...every silver lining has a cloud in this case.8. Q-Tex - Roll the Track
While the cd credits Interstate this track was actually produced by Q-Tex (both are Scott Brown's bands). Pure upbeat trancecore madness. The melody will definetly get you rushing. A great track that grows on you very quickly.9. Force & Styles - Look at me now
A rarity in hardcore - vocals by a male. The only other track I can think of was feelin' fine by Unique, which just happens to be another name for Force & Styles...while that track was IMO a bit sketchy, this track is quite solid.10. Slam & Helix - Influence
The closest thing to trance on the cd. A great & haunting piano melody with some quick stabs accompanied by a beat reminiscent of old school / jungle. 11. UFO & STU J - Flyin High (unknown remix)
Amazing. While the cd has thus far been quite superior, it's these last few tracks, starting with this masterpiece, that really put it on a level above...well everything. This track cannot be found at all outside of this mix. Believe me I've looked, I have the original track on man from uncle records and the jelly baby mixes, none compare, so enjoy it as you can.12. HAM & DNA - About U
Great beat, great vocals, great melody, great sample (keep makin noise...), great track.13. Midas - Can't Stop Thinking About You (brisk remix)
A very justifying remix of a very old school track. This incredible mix still has an old school feel but just makes you rush like crazy in the new school way. Few can compare. The most rapid vibe on the CD by far.14. Hixxy - Come Together
The climax. While Hixxy is criticized by some as being too soft for hardcore in terms of beat (the kick in his tracks is admittedly a bit soft), this track just slams. What a great synth melody and what a great vocalist. This track will get you rushing like crazy.15. Force & Styles - Make Believe
This track is the flipside of look at me now, and in my opinion is superior. A great final track with mellow vocals and synths and a perfect outro for closing a mix. Sort of like pillow talk after getting rocked by come together.Buy this cd and listen to it until it becomes integrated into your brain...life will seem much better and more manageable somehow. Quite a deal for under 20 bucks..."

Happy Lyrics, Not 2b Hardcore

DJSpeedyScottie | Poway, CA | 11/12/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Hmmmm, I have mixed emotions about this CD. There isn't too much hardbeat techno songs that will get you really pumped up like the last couple CDs, but its still better than any other Hardcore you can buy in the states. But first off I will give you the track listings so all you babies out there will stop crying and just start listening to the music.
1.) KAOS & ETHOS- Drift on a Dream
2.) VISA- All I Need
3.) SCOTT BROWN- Turn up the Music
4.) DJ UFO- Deep Inside
5.) BREEZE feat MC STORM- Jump a Little Higher
6.) DNA- Euphoric State
7.) HIXXY & SHARKEY- Toy Town
8.) INTERSTATE- Roll The Track
9.) FORCE & STYLES- Look at me Now
10.) DJ SLAM & HELIX- Influence
11.) DJ UFO & STU J- Flyin High
12.) HAM & DNA- About U
13.) MIDAS- Can't Stop
14.) HIXXY- Come Together
15.) FORCE & STYLES- Make Believe
So there's your track listings. For me the whole CD is kind of disappointing. I thought 5 was the best with tracks like Lost Generations and Music I Like. This one is too trancy with too many vocals. There's no hardcore techno sounds aside from tracks 2,12,13 that will get you pumping. Roll The Track is a great song, but its trance, not happy hardcore. Visa always produces good songs and Midas has the most energetic song on the album. Even with the cheesy lyrics, umm I have to admit they get to me and I find myself singing along. With all that said the more I listen to the CD the more I like it. I have one copy for the house and one copy for the car. I can't get enough of it now. So even if its not all you were expecting from DJ Anabolic Frolic...its still a great CD because its one of those that you'll enjoy more each time you listen to it. Maybe that's what he had in mind. I have all 6 of the H2BH CDs and thousands of other techno/house/trance stuff, so if you have questions give me a line at DJSpeedyscottie@hotmail.com. BUY THIS CD, IT IS WELL WORTH THE PRICE."

The last?

teknogrl_karae | atl, GA, USA | 11/08/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"so sad.. i love anabolic frolic, and they should NOT stop mixing.. they are so great, the smooth transitions, the fast paced beats.. aah the beauty of it all... and it's going away!?! why?this is like the best cd ever!!
happy 2b hardcore ROCKS!!ive had this cd for.. about as long as its been out.. and i still can't get enough
i can't say anything about this in comaprrison to the other happy 2b hardcore cd's cuz.. quite frankly, ive been so lazy i havnt bought 'em yet.. but have no fear.. i WILL get em.. and if theyre the least bit as good as this cd.. i recomend them to the wonderful word of techno lovers!!!TO TECHNO LOVERS EVERYWHERE: this cd is a MUST have to your techno collection!
(it wouldnt hurt to have the others too... well.. or so i assume..)PS: my name is "teknogrlkaraTe" i just _really_ cant spell..."