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Take the sweet soul vocals of Caron Wheeler. Add jazzy hip hop beats and early Balearic rhythms. Mix with one of the most influential producers of the decade, Nellee Hooper, and pour through the musical uber-talent of Jazzie B. The result is Soul II Soul's seminal debut album Club Classics Volume 1. Although it was originally released in the 1980's, the chart-topping tunes still retain their credibility and freshness. Almost a greatest hits collection, the album contains "Keep On Movin'" and a phenomenal a cappella version of "Back To Life". An exceptional and innovative record whose rough edge keeps it fresh. --Ed Potton
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
For many this album was the cool soundtrack to the late 80's and with good reason. Launched at a time of cheesy chart domination by messer's Stock, Aitken and Waterman, this album has certainly dated less than anything that was produced from that stable. As soon as I recall the initial crackle when the needle hits the record quickly followed by Caron Wheelers succulent vocals with a the full bass line kicking in, I am instantly transported back to the magic of those warm summer days from my youth, the recording onto cassette to play in the car, windows down (no posh aircon in those days!). At the time especially in London thanks to the Pirate stations of the day, through which I discovered Soul II Soul in the 1st place, it felt that almost every car and home, every open window had this playing out of it.
I will concede that at times this albums tight budget origins are apparent, and it is a little rough around the edges. The inclusion of a fairly average live rap track, the tracks African dance and Dance sharing the same backing track, and yes some Chic orchestral samples are blatantly used, but the strong appeal remains and that sparse honest nature is part of the appeal. Free of over production and complex techniques, this was the moment when British Soul and what became R&B found its first true voice and confidence. From this point forward, there wasn't an R&B, Acid Jazz, Garage or a British soul act that didn't in some way owe Soul II Soul a debt or two.
This album definitely deserves its place amongst what can be called classic albums. The fact that 20 years on we are still writing about it says a great deal about this albums appeal. Sometimes a classic album is not necessarily the best of its genre but the most significant or a benchmark by which others are judged.... Read more ›
I will concede that at times this albums tight budget origins are apparent, and it is a little rough around the edges. The inclusion of a fairly average live rap track, the tracks African dance and Dance sharing the same backing track, and yes some Chic orchestral samples are blatantly used, but the strong appeal remains and that sparse honest nature is part of the appeal. Free of over production and complex techniques, this was the moment when British Soul and what became R&B found its first true voice and confidence. From this point forward, there wasn't an R&B, Acid Jazz, Garage or a British soul act that didn't in some way owe Soul II Soul a debt or two.
This album definitely deserves its place amongst what can be called classic albums. The fact that 20 years on we are still writing about it says a great deal about this albums appeal. Sometimes a classic album is not necessarily the best of its genre but the most significant or a benchmark by which others are judged.... Read more ›
5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
How strange to see this back in the top sellers, anything to do with 'I Love 1989'?? I saw it on the TV and it made me dig out my copy.
What foresight Jazzie had to call it Club Classics because it is just that - an absolute classic which defined music for over a generation.
If you dont own this CD then you should buy it - NOW!
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
Granted I think some tracks on this album have stood the test of time better than others, but it is a classic. The acapella version of Back to Life is inpsired and a true testament to the level of talent here.
If you don't own it - you should.
By Humblecritic
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
I'VE BEEN AN AMAZON CUSTOMER FOR MANY YEARS AND I HAVE SELDOM BOUGHT 'USED' ITEMS, THIS RECENT PURCHASE HAS CHANGED MY PERCEPTION. I'D LOST MY COPY OF THIS ALBUM AND I AM GRADUALLY IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING MUCH OF MY COLLECTION.
THIS IS A WELCOME ADDITION, IT ARRIVED IN GOOD TIME AND IN TOP CONDITION. I WILL BE LOOKING FOR USED DISCS IN THE FUTURE.
THIS IS A WELCOME ADDITION, IT ARRIVED IN GOOD TIME AND IN TOP CONDITION. I WILL BE LOOKING FOR USED DISCS IN THE FUTURE.
By C. Starkie
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Remember the days of cassette tapes? well I do, and I had this when it was on tape, my CD got scratched so I thought I'd replace it, and this is as good as the tape (well it would be, it's the same songs) but you always have to sing along with a soul II soul tune and this doesn't fail to get you singing.
A very good buy, it had everyone singing along when it was played.
A very good buy, it had everyone singing along when it was played.
By roymoorings
Format:Audio CD
IF you want the greatest hits fine . But if you were there when this album was released and saw the impact it made on popular musical culture ,You could only describe it as the highest of bench marks in dance/rap/hip hop genre. A truly masterful piece of work that WILL never be equaled. IT as stood the test of time . Just put it on the same plateau as Sgt Peppers or Smile . Original/the best/leaving everything else in their slipstream .
By Jaxx
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Arrived well before the estimated del date, well packaged & in excellent condition. This is a good CD, full of old Soul to Soul classics, but it lacks... something! I bought this in error, when I clicked on the wrong one, so then I ordered what I meant to, the Soul II Soul Volume IV The Classic Singles 88-93 which is far superior in my opinion. If you want a blast from the past get the singles collection 88-93 option, once you start to jiggle, you won't stop. It will set your feet on fire!
By Simon
Format:Audio CD
Brought back great memories of these old tracks!
Great to have them in cd quality. My original copy was on cassette tape.
Particularly enjoy the bass on the opening track - keep on moving.
Great to have them in cd quality. My original copy was on cassette tape.
Particularly enjoy the bass on the opening track - keep on moving.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
3.0 out of 5 stars
Little scratched but plays okay
This is a great classic album by soul ll soul but unfortunately it's scratched a little but plays okay just make sure there are no scratches when selling if possible. Read more
Published 2 months ago by designerliz
1.0 out of 5 stars
Why did i never return this!!!?
Bought this album on CD as ii had previously owned it on cassette, the CD jumps and does not play my favourites properly and ultimately stops playing! Read more
Published 13 months ago by anonymous
4.0 out of 5 stars
Classic old school
Bought this album for nostalgia's sake. It's still great after all these years. Jazzy's a legend. Keep on moving is still as good as was all those years ago.
Published 17 months ago by The Red Hood
2.0 out of 5 stars
A Little Stretched a Long Way
I heard a documentary on the radio about Soul II Soul, and greatly enjoyed it so bought this album.
And it starts brightly enough with 'Keep On Movin', a great slab of... Read more
And it starts brightly enough with 'Keep On Movin', a great slab of... Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2008 by Mr. Anthony JONES
3.0 out of 5 stars
Not As I Remembered It
I actually like most tracks on this album, but that's all, just like. Not love or could listen to over & over again.
But I do like it!
But I do like it!
Published on 18 Jan 2008 by S. Brady
2.0 out of 5 stars
Club Classics? Not Quite
I am also encouraged to dig out my old vinyl copy, if only to turn it into an ashtray. I bought this on the strength of Fairplay, Keep On Moving and Back to Life and was terribly... Read more
Published on 15 May 2001
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