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  • Audio CD (27 Oct 2008)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Kartel
  • ASIN: B0009PYT9E
  • Other Editions: Audio CD
  • Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (14 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 1,665 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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1. Ernie
2. Cay's Crays
3. This Room
4. Ray Ray
5. Dark Days
6. Flashback
7. Roady
8. Wondering Eye
9. Del Fuego
10. Hope

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars True Story, 26 May 2006
I love this album, it makes my subwoofer sing - the bass is so rich, deep and fluid. These guys are really quite unique, I don't know if they conform to any genre. If I had to make one up it'd be something like neo-dub-soul. Basically, they sound a bit like Slightly Stoopid but more experimental, a lot more soulful and basically they're better. The only reason I don't think this album is worth 5 stars is that all the songs are about 7 minutes long and I believe that really great songs leave you wishing they were longer. To be fair, that's probably a bit harsh, I just don't want to give 5 stars to an album unless it blows my mind. This is damn good though - excellent for bbqs. Bring on the summer.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Based on a true story, 28 Feb 2006
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I'm not a musician and so not qualified to write a particularly academic review of this album. What I can say however is that if you are like me and look for jazzy, soulfull stuff with a big bassy line running through; then this is for you. I heard of this band when I jokely asked someone to suggest music I might like better than that crafted by the almighty LTJ Bukem, and amazingly, the suggestion by my Kiwi wannabe mate has come close. The blend of good vocals, trupets and sax make it. Flashback followed closely by Roady is what I'd go for. Just. A good buy and easily worth a tenner!
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 'Background music', 20 May 2006
By Jessa "Jessa" (Cambridge, UK) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Based on a True Story (Audio CD)
I strongly oppose the other reviewers' desciptions of this as 'background music' and 'easy going' - this music is beautiful, soulful and powerful with reggae, hiphop, jazz, soul and ska inluences.

Don't underestimate it! I fell in love with the album after one play and stand out tracks for me are 'Roady' and 'Dark Days'.

But this album - it is truely beautiful.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Smooth pacific styled reggae - get it now!
After hearing about this group through friends I had to check them out - a few expensive downloads later I had tickets to their concert and I haven't looked back since. Read more
Published 9 months ago by S. Bigg

5.0 out of 5 stars Lush!
This has to be one of my most favorite albums i've bought in a long while. I like to see my taste in music as largely eclectic, i'll listen to anything once and that's what i did... Read more
Published 11 months ago by M. Bloxham

5.0 out of 5 stars FFD original, smooth grooves
Bought this album as a friend who heard of them whilst in NZ was raving about them. I can honestly say this is the best ever album i have ever bought. Read more
Published 20 months ago by E. Archer

5.0 out of 5 stars good roots reggae with ocassional diversion to other places
i have just got this album and am listening to it as i write this review.
this album is really good.
well worth a listen. Read more
Published on 17 Jul 2007 by Mr. J. Roche

5.0 out of 5 stars one of the sweetest voices i've heard in a while
this album is packed with soul full reggae and ska with hip hop to boot and many more influences i'm sure. Read more
Published on 15 Jan 2007 by Mr. Sa Marriott

5.0 out of 5 stars Happy Music!
A great album, which will always put a smile on your face and make you feel happy. Have heard them described as BBQ reggae; Wandering Eye is a true summer anthem, unlike the trash... Read more
Published on 15 May 2006 by S. McGowan

5.0 out of 5 stars Favourite album of the year so far
Such a fun sound! If you're bored with the usual brat-rock fare thats around at the moment, and want to listen to something different, I seriously recommend this album. Read more
Published on 16 April 2006 by G. M. Bradley

5.0 out of 5 stars Fat Freddys Drop - Based on a True Story
This is a fantastic album - I would recommend it to anyone who likes to explore new bands with an original sound - this is great background music and would provide a talking point... Read more
Published on 21 Feb 2006

5.0 out of 5 stars LOVE IT!!!
Was introduced to this band by my housemate...when i 1st saw the cd sleeve n the band name i assumed it was some sorta indie joke band, but omg was i wrong!! Read more
Published on 12 Feb 2006 by muzikality

5.0 out of 5 stars Can stop listening to it!
This is a fantastic album, chilled yet funky and each song has its own personality - if you are considering getting it don't hesitate
Published on 26 Nov 2005

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