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psyreviews
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Floating Point 2
Iboga
review by ed psyreviews
Remembering the first in this series, which is described by people who remember it as "er, which one? the blue one right?", and the impact it had, "I almost fell out of my hammock", will in some way prepare you for the chillage on offer here, and in other ways make you wonder what the f*ck you are doing reading this drivel when you could be relaxing to some hi-end relaxing music. So, moving onward with their project to show many nuances of electronic music, Iboga once again take us by the hand, and lead us gently into the realm of the horizontal... Tomzen starts us off with rich bass and spagetti western whistles and a soft funky brass section. This tune has been a big'un, enjoying radio playtime here in the sunny UK. DMT continue the laid back approach with Hendrix-esque guitar stabs and Cell's relaxed optimism is apparent with wind pipes and tribal drumming, and a nice main melody reminiscent of sunny beaches and nothing to do. Oliver Jones adds a 4x4 kick drum in absolutely no hurry whatsoever and slow enough to lose a race against a stoned hippy. Pitch Black take us firmly back into psy-dub territory, and will be a welcome return to wingmakers for those lucky enough to catch their set the other week. Aural Planet take things a bit more serious with a bass line that is wonderfully jiggy in its 'thereness' and Ohrsten Nors leaves Las Vegas and brings with him the dancing girls and Hunter S. Thompson's Caddilac. Crowd Control takes a strange turn in Ivory Town as the lecturers have to be beaten back to their houses with promises of a remote bypass and a revamped recycling scheme. Cell reappear and take us on an ambient excursion, dripping here, and draping there to sooth our senses. Rumpistol take a great idea - super soakers filled with rum, and use them to blast their way to the end, with some lovely vocals courtesy of Tusnelda. All in all this is so releaxing that I almost fell off my keyboard, and yes, this is the blue one.
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1. Che amichi
TOMZEN
2. Maillon faible
DMT
3. Golden roots
CELL
4. Club velour
OLIVER JONES
5. Flex
PITCH BLACK
6. Hydropoetry cathedra
AURAL PLANET
7. Leaving Las Vegas
OHRSTEN NORS
8. Ivory town
CROWD CONTROL
9. Medium base
CELL
10. Free fall
RUMPISTOL VS TUSNELDA
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Posted : Nov 6, 2004 23:55
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i cant wait for this one
will be in my mailbox in days
iboga never disappoint me
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kukan-dub-lagan/ItaiTaiko
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Posted : Nov 10, 2004 19:06
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REVIEW OF FLOATING POINT 2/CHILLOUT SERIES
label:iboga records
title:floating point 2
cover:http://212.227.206.198/cgi-bin/zoom.cgi?ibo1cd024_b.jpg:CDs/ibo/ibo1cd024.html:;
style:chill out
so after the first compilation of chill iboga release another great production of great chill out ambient style.
track list:
1.Che amichi-TOMZEN---thomas dietl as tomzen give us here a dub style track.nice atmospheric pads,with nice prc.trumpets in the background lead the track forward...nice dub style
2.Maillon faible-DMT---stephane holweck(france)from total eclipse is well known artist.here with a nice electro chill style,with synth and guitars as he like to work...
3.Golden roots-CELL---alex scheffer from france as know as cell(upcoming album on neurobiotic chill sub label-Indica)start this track with nice prc that get along very good with the bass that get in.the track give his ethnic style to the listener with pipe and the acoustic guitar.nice pads in the back...
4.Club velour-OLIVER JONES---this track is my favorite here.oliver bierlich & jonas christiansen just give us brilliant track.nice prc on the start.some fx.piano roll.nice trumpet join along in the 1-00 minute.than catch the break between 1-30 and the 1-50 :it is amazing break...all the track get fat from that moment with nice push.beautiful synth and samples continue to the end of this track---great beat in it...cheers to this track.
5.Flex-PITCH BLACK---from new zealand paddy free & michael hodgson with a dub touch.atmospheric delay all around this start of this track.the snare just fly around  nice break in the middle of the track and than back to the dub beats.fx and synth to the end.nice to know that there is such music from new zeland 
6.Hydropoetry cathedra-AURAL PLANET---radoslaw kochman,jacek dojwa,konrad gmurek,adam skorupa with vocals of iwona malczewska are all from poland,been remixed by manmademan(sonya and paul).great beat in this track -dark style with touch of atmosphere and fx....in the darkness
7.Leaving Las Vegas-OHRSTEN NORS---ohrsten nors from germany start with nice lead in this track.kind of childs game style. nice sample and the lead with the play in it take us until the end of this track.
8.Ivory town-CROWD CONTROL---jesper & thomas banner & jan stewart from denmark in a chill dub style.the track start with a nice sample and than vocals(very beautiful to my opinion).nice synth been used in this track also.piano in the background---remind me of the style of red seal,and that can say only good
9.Medium base---CELL---alex again with another track on this compilation.this is another of my most favorites here.start with such a relax and nice lead.beautiful samples in the back.in 3-27 the bd get in and all the track get alex style(remind me the ultimae style).beautiful atmosphere and prc-beautiful ambient track. 
10.Free fall-RUMPISTOL VS TUSNELDA---the last track on this c.d is from jens christiansen & tusnelda from denmark.kind of bjork style...very chilly track with nice prc and fx.vocals all around and beautiful sing by the singer...
so as i said another beautiful music from iboga...a compilation that worth to check and buy...
favorites:
1-3-4-5-6-8-9-10
link to sample and shops:
http://www.psyshop.com/shop/CDs/ibo/ibo1cd024.html
http://www.trance-shop.com/de/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=4181
http://www.saikosounds.com/english/display_release.asp?id=4361
http://www.amboworld.com/
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CLAW
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Posted : Nov 13, 2004 13:52
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I had no doubt about this cd!!!! I was so impressed from the Floating point 1 and when i saw '2' i was sure about the guality and the selection of the tracks...
For sure a very good cd, with nice journeys on some chill/downbeat tunes!!!
It hold a position in my collection for sure
Nice job from the IBOGA Team.
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Posted : Nov 13, 2004 14:53
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Jingabé
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Posted : Nov 18, 2004 11:32
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Excellent chill-out!!!
Tomzen delivers another great tune, after the incredible Namaste in Vol. 1, DMT with a piece of true psychedelic chill-out, both Cell tracks are quite good and Oliver Jones greets us with a real masterpice. Good tracks also by Pitch Black and Ohrsten Nors.
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Dark_Dork
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Posted : Nov 18, 2004 11:37
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On 2004-11-13 14:53, CHP wrote:
"Ksereis ti 8elo?" "Ksereis pou eime...?" 
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Lux
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Posted : Nov 18, 2004 13:31
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On 2004-11-18 11:37, Dark_Dork wrote:
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On 2004-11-13 14:53, CHP wrote:
"Ksereis ti 8elo?" "Ksereis pou eime...?"
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Do u know what I want?
Do u know where am I?
Bom
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The music from Crowd Control is delicious. So mellow and relaxing......aaahhhhhhh.....makes me dream of greener pastures. |
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Posted : Nov 29, 2004 17:00
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This release is great, spirit and sounds are more hot than floating point 1
But I prefer the opus 1, why ?? Subjecticvity and human feeling (feeeeeeeling.....)
Because DMT sound in generaly resume a little bit the spirit of this release..
A little "beat" i say 
there are a lot of different and good things, deep 'dubby'.....
Dam check this CD people....
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pr0fane
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Posted : Dec 11, 2004 14:14
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Artist: Various
Title: Floating Point II
Label: Iboga
Format: CD (Jewelcase)
Released: October 2004
Cover: http://217.160.138.169/pic_b/ibo1cd024_b.jpg
Review:
“Floating Point” is a fairly new series of chillout compilations from the Danish label Iboga, and the second chapter got released a few months ago. Iboga aren’t totally new to chillout though, as some might remember the magnificent “New Entry” compilation (the one with the beautiful green cover). I didn’t catch the first “Floating Point” release, but the first impression of “Floating Point II” is certainly not a bad one; the cover is very stylish, some underwater shots of girls (mermaids?), and what looks like outlining of different parts of the world. The inlay is also more extensive than most releases, with small pictures and biographys of all the artists – great job.
But anyways, on with the review of the second “Floating Point” experience:
01. Tomzen – Che Amichi
Opening the compilation is Danish solo-project Tomzen, with “Che Amichi”; a somewhat dark and gloomy track at first glance, but with a great groove and absolutely stunning use of trumpets and flutes. Nice opener.
02. DMT – Maillon Faible
French Stephane Holweck is one of the psytrance and ambient scenes biggest producers, with highly respected acts as Total Eclipse and The Antidote on his repertoire. He also played a big role in the creation of the 2 “Mysteries of The Yeti” albums, which I personally find some of the best chillout releases ever. 3 years ago he was also a part of the Digital Mystery Tour project, and here’s a new track under that name. The electric guitars give the track a nice touch, but I must admit I was expecting more from the legend.
03. Cell – Golden Roots
French act Cell is a fairly known act in psy-ambient circles with releases on labels such as Ultimae, Candyflip in the last few years, and lately also Indica (Neurobiotic sidelabel). Here he is with his first release on Iboga, a typical atmospheric, psy-ambient track with ethnic influences, acoustic guitars and some catchy Spanish samples. Only downside is that the track is too short, running for less than 6 minutes.
04. Oliver Jones – Club Velour
Oliver Jones is a Danish collaboration between Oliver from Oryx and Reefer Decree, and a guy called “Chaz”, who is unknown to me. This is their first release to my knowledge, and it’s a real treat with a lot of different synths, jazz-influences, small teasing melodies and a chilled 4/4 bassline keeps the track rolling. Will bring a smile to your face.
05. Pitch Black - Flex
Pitch black is 2 New Zealanders. I don’t know much about them, other than they have appeared on a few compilations from Dragonflys chill-label Liquid Sound Design, but this track is definitely a good one. Nice dubby track with an atmosphere that shifts from uplifting to somewhat gloomy, and back to uplifting again.
06. Aural Planet – Hydropoetry Cathedra (Manmademan Remix)
Manmademan is up next with their remix of “Hypopoetry Cathedra” from the Polish act Aural Planets latest album, released on Flow Records. A quite dark track with a very serious bassline and haunting voice-samples.
07. Ohrsten Nors – Leaving Las Vegas
Up next is German Ohrsten Nors, whom I only know from a few progressive tracks on Tatsu and Nanobeat, and this is the first downbeat track I hear from his studio. A somewhat cheerful groove is the theme for this track, and it’s quite good – without standing out though.
08. Crowd Control – Ivory Town
Despite the trio Crowd Control is Danish, it’s more or less unknown to me, and “Ivory Town” is only. The music itself is quite good, a dubby electronica-track with a nice, simple melody played on a piano, but I didn’t really like the singing, which was over the top to my liking. The weakest track here in my opinion.
09. Cell – Medium Base
Cell brings us back to psy-ambient territory with another deep, breathtaking journey through amazing soundscapes. The atmosphere is just stunning, and the track develops nicely, with a 4/4 bassline entering around halfway through.
10. Rumpistol Featuring Tusnelda – Free Fall
Ending the compilation is the Danish act Rumpistol, an upcoming act on the Danish electronica scene. Here he is collaborating with Tusnelda, and they deliver a quite different tune, with very beautiful lyrics, nice synths and a very electro-like feel. I just love the crispy percussion and the clicks and cracks that make it sound like an old worn out record, but the dominant element is surely the beautiful vocals by Tusnelda.
Bottom line:
“Floating Point II” is another fine release from the Iboga that shows the label not only has a very high standard in progressive dance-music. The strong side on “Floating Point II” is in my opinion is the variety, as it doesn’t only contain the usual psy-ambient tracks, but also a fair deal of more experimental electronica-tunes, and ranging from quite dark and gloomy to more uplifting. Overall a pretty good compilation, and definitely worth the money.
Favourites:
1, 3 (!!), 4, 5, 6, 9, 10 (!!)
Verdict:
7,5/10
Links:
Iboga: http://www.iboga.dk
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Posted : Dec 11, 2004 17:41
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pleasure to read your reviews mr. profane
keep it up
cheers
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Posted : Dec 15, 2004 02:45
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Thanks for reviews, guys!...
Peace!
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Posted : Dec 28, 2004 15:26
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Another one excellent Track from TOMZEN !!!
Tend to be one of my favourite,,
A generally good compilation...High standars from iboga chill serie...go on ! |
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Posted : Jan 3, 2005 03:04
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The first word that comes to mind is sweet. Very high quality interesting music. Have not heard it enough yet for a full review, but definitely a highlight in a great year for chill releases.
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