Disco de The Crystal Method: “Keep Hope Alive [US 12' Single]”

First of all, this is an awesome CD. I know it's just an EP, but it's a great one. The best thing about the CD (nay, Crystal Method in general) is the sheer amount of layers in their songs, and the complex beats they jam with. Track 1 is great, but it's kind of mainstream. Track 2 is supposedly a mix of the same thing, but is COMPLETELY different, and totally chill. Tracks 3,4, and 6 are all completely original, incredible sounding, and immensely layered. Track 5 I could actually do without, but just because it's not as good in contrast with the rest. This review also comes with an obligatory rave for Vegas. Get it.

The rest of the disc is lame but ohhh, the dubelicious groove spanish fly mix track FIVE -- a slow, dark and sexy groove caressed with spanish vocals a la femme ... buy it for that!! ((unless of course you ONLY want electronica you can dance to))

The only reson this got 4 stars from me is because the song I was looking for wan't on this disk. After my second spin through, I really didn't care. This 12 inch jams. But be warned - go buy the album (Vegas) which I haven't done yet. Just buying this 12 inch will be like taking a bite of a friend's burger right after track practice - You'll be jonesing for much, much more. If you need to, wash this tidbit down with some Propellerheads or Chemical Brothers. Groove On, Assume The Motion.

One of the best TV series ever was "Third Watch" which "Keep Hope Alive" was its theme. Great song. For a Great program. Watch the reruns now on A&E

Track #5 is the best......If you like that deep base drum and mixing of the beat track 5 is the best....Well worth the money...