Various Artists: Brazil Remixed 2
Latin Beat Magazine, May, 2005 by Rudy Mangual
VARIOUS ARTISTS Brazil Remixed 2 (Groove Gravy Records)

A sequel to Groove Gravy Records' previously released Brazil Remixed, which featured chilled bossas and scorching sambas for a new generation of aficionados of Brazilian rhythms, this new compilation delivers a series of cosmic-grooves, which paint soundscapes, built primarily on the textures and contagious rhythms of Brazilian music. From dancefloor beats to jams propelled by tribal percussion and stylistic sounds, all 14 tracks reflect the wide spectrum and flavor of exotic Brazil. Contemporary vocalist Cyz contributes three tracks to the mix, including the opener Que Zomba (a sexy-funky techno-samba). Evoking a global carnival of groovy sounds are the selections by Electro Coco Arte de Criacao, The Tao of Groove's Dance Floor, Kojak Praiano, and RioListic's Uma Saudade. Other provocative scores include Geni Pereira's Dengosa, Rithma's sensual Along The Way, Martin East's up-beat version of Neverending, and HighEnd's Regrowth (adding a dose of futuristic groove to the blend). Brazil Remized 2 is a tasty celebration of the music of Brazil in the hands of contemporary artists.