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I Choose Noise
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Price: $79.99
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0881824107720
Label: Dist. Breaks [Stu]
Manufacturer: Dist. Breaks [Stu]
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Dist. Breaks [Stu]
Release Date: 2006-09-16
Studio: Dist. Breaks [Stu]
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Customer reviews of I Choose Noise
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Summary: A solid release in the style of their previous album
Comment: Hybrid's third release I CHOOSE NOISE continues the production duo's highly individual vein of breakbeat with a cinematic scope. It follows in the mood of their second album Morning Sci-Fi, with a soundscape more dark and brutal than their debut, Wider Angle. Unlike earlier efforts, however, this is less a collection of individual songs and more a complete set. Each track, if you listen to the album as a whole, contribute to an incredible buildup. However, some of these, such as "Hooligan Spirit", "Keep It in the Family", and "Last Man Standing", are pretty anonymous on their own. Major exceptions are the four vocal tracks, two of which may even be radio-friendly. Thankfully, Adam Taylor, whose vocals made MORNING SCI-FI less than entirely entertaining, is absent here. Perry Farell's turn on "Dogstar" works well, as does John Graham's on "Falling Down" and "Until Tomorrow". "Choke", however, is a disappointment, unpleasantly reminiscent of mid-1990s Radiohead and incongruent with the rest of the album.
With each album, Hybrid have trimmed down the string arrangements that initially won them such acclaim. On one hand, one regrets the consequential limitations of the harmonies; musically much of the album approaches Swayzak in the simplicity of its construction, though with faster tempos and spicy breaks. Hence my 3-star rating. On the other hand, the spare use of strings here only increases their effectiveness when they do appear. The album's closer "Just for Today" is an extravagant blend of electronic and orchestral sound that is just as memorable as "Finished Symphony" from WIDER ANGLE.
If you are new to Hybrid's music, I'd recommend starting with WIDER ANGLE, one of the most elegant electronica albums ever made. If you like what you hear, pick up MORNING SCI-FI and I CHOOSE NOISE. Hybrid is a band with their own distinct sound, but they constantly find some new vein to tap in each release and, while no longer revolutionary, they tend to entertain.
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Summary: Between a Symphony Hall and a Dance Hall.
Comment: About five years ago I purchased a CD by Hybrid ("Morning Sci-Fi") and enjoyed it very much. It was an extensive, everchanging, moody and almost-symphonic piece that made for thoughtful listing. More recently, remembering the positive experience, I purchased "I Choose Noise" as a followup. I'd say that "noise" was very much in the same general style, but perhaps is harsher, less melodic and less interesting. Maybe "I Choose Noise" is a well chosen title. However, I think that anyone who enjoyed the "Morning Sci-Fi" album would find the "Noise" CD appealing for all the same reasons.
I have to be in the right mood for listening to a Hybrid CD. Sitting in a darkened room mildly inebriated with a good shiraz is an acceptable way. Alternatively, I like to use Hybrid music for exercising. It's sorta half way between the symphony hall and the dance hall. I do my own (solitary) dance routines to fit the different motions to the different moods. This really works out well with either disc.
If I had to choose between the two CDs, I'd probably take "Morning Sci-Fi." I like both and the difference is slight; others might go the opposite, depending on personal preference. Either are good albums. Personally, I think "Morning Sci-Fi" is slightly better and I'd suggest that CD to a Hybrid first-timer.
Gary Peterson
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Summary: I Choose Wide Angle
Comment: No, no, no... This is not what I had expected after downloading Just For Today a few months back. It is revealing in hindsight that Hybrid should have chosen JFT to hype the new album as it is really the only great song on I Choose Noise. The rest ranges from acceptable (Keep It In The Family, Dream Stalker) to outright boring (the entire first half of the album). Yes, boring. Great production, great sounds, leading absolutely nowhere. Don't get me wrong. I must be Hybrid's greatest fan in my part of the world but there is just too little substance here to get me excited. Worse even, ICN makes you want to move on quickly, skip songs in search of something sticky, just there is nothing. I disagree with the reviewers who are telling you this album `grows on you'. Don't believe them. The sad truth is ICN is shallow. Morning Sci-Fi, itself a far cry from Wide Angle and accurately described as `overcooked' by Chris Healings, was actually not as bad. Why? Because it had Peter Hook and Kirsty Hawkshaw who added that edge and depth that the otherwise overproduced MSF soundscape lacked. Gravastar and Higher Than A Skyscraper are classics and can still be heard without waning off, similar to the entire Wide Angle album. Even Adam (`teenage angst') Taylor could not completely ruin it with his abysmal vocals. He disappeared, thankfully, but ICN falls into the same trap with the two new miscasts Perry Farrell and John Graham. What on earth are they doing here? It is hard to understand why there is no attempt made to bring back Julee Cruise or someone of her caliber to recreate signature Hybrid and conquer the world. I was hoping the extensive DJ-ing would have influenced the songwriting for the better. But I Choose Noise chooses not to learn from the mistakes. It is, sadly, one huge disappointment. What remains after ICN? Very little. Those who revere the album now will wake up to the fact sooner or later and go back to WA, the unmatched masterpiece of late nineties breakbeat. There is no substitute for ideas. Wide Angle was full of inspired original songwriting, which is why seven years on it still sounds fresh. ICN makes no attempt to stay in that space.
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Summary: Hybrid does it again!
Comment: Once again, Hybrid drops another spectacular album. Teaming w/the washington orchestra the two boys from wales drop one of their best albums yet. (i would have to say wide angle is still the best) however, since i started spinning back in 97, hybrid has been at the top of my list for their innovative sound. Hyrbid steps away from the mainstream breaks movement to deliver a solid, techy, progressive break album with incredible vocals and synths!!! A must have for any break junkie or electronic music lover!
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Summary: Hybrid Forever!
Comment: Since my first taste of Hybrid back in 2001, I've been on a frenzy to hear every song and remix made by them and haven't been disappointed since. These two artists that make up one hell of a name are one of the finest examples of sound the techno genre can bring and get even the most fickle of people who dislike Hybrid to at least pay an ear to them and if not say they are a worthy sound to be heard. This album has pushed even further of that unique sound only Hybrid has and can make and has pleased me even more to remember why Hybrid was and possibly the ONLY name that could best any other out there for a very long time.
Many can try, but Hybrid has put it down like a science and has proven their theories, accomplished their projects and succeeded in amazing everyone about them.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Hybrid are one of the most successful, influential and renowned electronic acts in the world. Their prolific touring and DJ sets have justifiably earned them incredible global support and adulation. They have sold in excess of 150,000 albums worldwide. I Choose Noise is HybridÂ’s eagerly anticipated third album. The first single will be Â"Dog Star,Â" which features Perry Farrell on vocals and is targeted at daytime radio. Prolific live and DJ dates have solidified HybridÂ’s global reach — a huge loyal fanbase is ready to buy new Hybrid music. Collaborators on this album will open Hybrid up to new markets, from indie to classic rock to classical — Perry Farrell (JaneÂ’s Addiction), Peter Distephano (Porno for Pyros), Judy Tzuke, Harry Gregson Williams (film composer Shrek 1 & 2, Phone Booth, Chronicles of Narnia). A bonus CD features footage from GodÂ’s Global Gathering.
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