GG-1104
Title: Masterworks Reworked
Artist: Various Artists

$10.99

 
Album and tracks digital downloads available
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Reviews

"Although Masterworks Reworked may match cutting-edge dance music elements with familiar concert pieces, it’s an album that never threatens to remove the “class” from “classical.” Click here to read full review
- AudioRevolution.com

"Roll over Beethoven! This ain’t classical music like you’ve ever heard. Today’s most eclectic producers dust off the hottest pieces of yesterday – way yesterday; from old school composers like Bach, Schubert, my man Tchaikovsky, and more, to create sophisticated, down/mid-tempo remixes of history’s greatest masterpieces. This compilation is not just the original song played over some club beat. MASTERWORKS REWORKED features creative, unique, and inspiring interpretations built upon the classic. You need not be an expert on classical music to enjoy this album; MASTERWORKS REWORKED offers an entirely new urban experience. While the original composers have long been decomposers - modern, fresh producers breath new life into these timeless tracks. All ye, checketh out this album!"
- Ursula Williams, raves.com

"We loved it. The album proves that electronica is covering all genres of music even the finest classical masterpieces...The past and the future are mixed in a beautiful and fluent harmony."
- Artist Interviews Magazine

"When they say ‘remixes for a new generation,’ they mean it. Masterworks Reworked takes centuries-old classics from the masters (Bach, Beethoven,Schubert, Tchaikovsky and others) and respectfully pile on some beats to enhance the song without making its timeless melodies unrecognizable. In the end, the job they do is admirable, even fun. Particular mention must be made of Jazzelicious’ jazzelicious take on Ravel’s “Bolero"... This comp is like William Orbit’s Pieces in a Modern Style taken to the next level."
- Rod Lott, Hitch Magazine

"This CD is awesome! I love the old vs. new, and the education battle between today’s masters vs. yesterday’s."
- Kelli McKenney, E-Gen

"This is one of the most innovative ideas I've seen in a while."
- Carly Miller, Sleeve Magazine

"Holy Cow! What an album!"
- Santa Monica Mirror

"Your re-working of 'The Flight Of The Bumblebee" had our studio buzzing and the phone ringing with listeners eager to fly down to the store and pick up this 'Masterwork'."
- Lounge World, KBOO Portland

"Who new anyone would dare remix ("rework") classical music ... keeping it hip and exciting by incorporating electronic and dance music elements? "Masterworks Reworked" has succeeded, especially in the remixes by Dakesh York, Le D, Maya F.S., Zigo, and Kathie Talbot. A true guilty pleasure!"
- The Darkroom, Pacifica Radio

"Have you ever tried to appreciate classical music but for some reason couldn’t? This is probably because… classical music has a stigma that it that comes from being too great for any average Joe to truly appreciate. But the DJs on Masterworks Reworked fight that stereotype by reintroducing classical music with a DJ’s spin. The album successfully does this with an intelligent blend of baroque mixed with jazz, blues, and hip-hop. The album’s strength comes from the experimental amalgamation of taking what is already considered a masterpiece and putting a modern spin on it… Some of the songs, like Jazzelicious’ upbeat groove on Bolero, puts this in a new level that even a classical music lover could appreciate."
- Melissa Pocek, Entertainment Today

"The dozen re-workings of compositions by Beethoven, Puccini, Bach, Ravel, Dvorak, Tchaikovsky, Schubert and others on Masterworks Reworked (Groove Gravy) range from chill-out to full-fledged dance-floor workouts that are surprisingly accessible. Purists everywhere will probably be shaking their heads, while club-goers shake their asses to Le D’s reworking of Schubert’s "Piano Mass No. 6: Kyrie."
- Windy City Times
 

 
     
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