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Club Classics, Vol. 1

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  • Audio CD (10 April 1989)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: Ten
  • ASIN: B000025JVA
  • Other Editions: Mini-Disc  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 5,776 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Song TitleArtist Time Price
Listen  1. Keep On Movin'Soul II Soul Featuring Caron Wheeler 6:01£0.79
Listen  2. FairplaySoul II Soul 3:58£0.69
Listen  3. Holdin' OnSoul II Soul 3:51£0.69
Listen  4. Feeling Free (Live Rap)Soul II Soul 4:16£0.69
Listen  5. African DanceSoul II Soul 6:07£0.69
Listen  6. DanceSoul II Soul 3:42£0.69
Listen  7. Feel FreeSoul II Soul Featuring Do'Reen 5:04£0.69
Listen  8. Happiness (Dub)Soul II Soul 5:33£0.69
Listen  9. Back To Life (However Do You Want Me) (Accapella)Soul II Soul Featuring Caron Wheeler 3:48£0.79
Listen10. Jazzie's GrooveSoul II Soul 2:41£0.69

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Amazon.co.uk Review

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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Where previous British translations of classic US black music styles had been hit and miss affairs, Jazzie B revolutionised contemporary soul music on both sides of the channel with the sublime (and occasionally ridiculous) Club Classics. Caron Wheeler's emotive performance on the opening track, 'Keep On Movin'' (the album's title in the US) set the tone ofthe album. It's not flawless - Jazzie B, genius producer and all-round music man, may be many things, but a rapper he is not. And a second great single, 'Back To Life', is included here only in 'a cappella' form. When Jazzie and Nellee Hooper's ideas and musical instincts coalesce the results boasta feel-good factor and warmth absent from recent soul music.

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars 20 years on and still a landmark album in British music., 5 May 2009
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. Other British soul artists may have released technically superior records or achieved longer lasting success, but Soul II Soul where those that lead the way in opening the door, and for many of us formed an indelible musical postcard in the soundtrack of our lives, and for that without reservation, 5 stars are given.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless classic, 24 Oct 2005
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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.

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4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Classic, 25 Mar 2001
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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!

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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 soul... Read more
Published 12 months ago 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!
Published 22 months ago 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

5.0 out of 5 stars it is the 80s
the beat , the image , the lyrics it was the 80s 15 years on , the beat the image the lyrics just as powerful .....
Published on 18 Feb 2001 by midsman6412@hotmail.com

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