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With the Tosca show in NYC imminent (check the Events section of this site for more info), comes KD Pee's smooth review of the downtempo dons' latest album.

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Tosca – ‘j.a.c.’ (G-Stoned/K7 Records)

Tosca, the Viennese production team of Richard Dorfmeister and Rupert Huber, is back with their fourth release, ‘J.A.C.’ Named after the first letters of their children’s names, ‘J.A.C.’ consists of lounge rhythms that are infused with jazzy grooves and funky bass lines. The addition of live instrumentation gives this project a sound that is all its own, one that is concurrently fresh and familiar. But it’s not only the live instrumentation that sets this project apart from Tosca’s previous albums. The vocal performances of Chris Eckman, Earl Zinger, Farda P. and Samiah Farah also help ‘J.A.C.’ establish its own identity and prevent it from coming across as an attempt to reprise ‘Dehli 9.’

‘J.A.C.’ craftily maneuvers through a myriad of styles and moods. The first track of the album, “Rondo Acapricio,” wraps a funky groove and spacey vocals around a downtempo beat. The following track, “Heidi Bruehl,” places lush harmonies and a sexy lead vocal atop a jazzy lounge beat and flows into “Superrob”,, whose intro is briefly reminiscent of Everything But The Girl’s “Missing”. At this point of the album, we’re reminded of Tosca’s love for house rhythms. This is further shown with the songs “Zuri” and “Damentag.” “Damentag” possesses a deeper and funkier house rhythm plus synthesizer lines that bring to mind the sound of SA-RA Creative Partners. “The Big Sleep” uniquely pits its heavy drums and dark, gritty vocals against bright horn stabs, which brilliantly cut through the mix and make for an interesting contrast. ‘J.A.C.’ exhibits its melancholic and ominous side with the songs "Naschkatze" and “Sala” before coming to a reflective and meditative end with the final track, “No More Olives.”

Laidback grooves, jazzy melodies, and funky backbeats all work cohesively to give this album a sound that is both merry and morbid. ‘J.A.C.’ is beautifully schizophrenic; it alters it disposition at will and without apology. Old fans of Tosca and new listeners alike will not be disappointed by ‘J.A.C.’

Reviewed by Giant Step contributor K.D. Pee (kaedeepee)
November 2005
View kaedeepee’s profile: www.giantstep.net


	THURSDAY \| DEC 04, 2008		Find a forum: Advanced Search You are here: All : All Artists : Tosca Forum : Tosca Review Author Message KaeDilla Location: South Kansas City, MO Nov 21st, 2005 at 03:48:06 PM EST Hey all...Thanx for the love on the review and don't forget to check out the project. Any old Tosca fan, new fan or old Kruder & Dorfmeister head needs this album... peace KDP JustinR Location: Brooklyn, NY Nov 21st, 2005 at 03:39:40 PM EST Kewl review, nice 1 KDP. Dig it. Stoekd for the Tosca show. The Dorfmeister DJ set is an occasion to look forward to as well, he is one of the best! urbanunrest Location: houston, TX Nov 11th, 2005 at 11:41:04 PM EST another sweet review from kdp. congrats! cantona Location: brooklyn, NY Nov 11th, 2005 at 10:00:16 PM EST waiting for the NY show in December LadyElix Location: Brooklyn, NY Nov 11th, 2005 at 12:15:03 PM EST Diddo! Keep up the good work and good looking out on the selections. I'm a fan already. deesha Location: Philadelphia, PA Nov 11th, 2005 at 12:03:32 PM EST nice review. i was on the fence about picking it up, but it sounds dope. GiantStepTeam Location: NYC, NY Nov 11th, 2005 at 10:50:19 AM EST With the Tosca show in NYC imminent (check the Events section of this site for more info), comes KD Pee's smooth review of the downtempo dons' latest album. __________________________________________________________________ Tosca – ‘j.a.c.’ (G-Stoned/K7 Records) Tosca, the Viennese production team of Richard Dorfmeister and Rupert Huber, is back with their fourth release, ‘J.A.C.’ Named after the first letters of their children’s names, ‘J.A.C.’ consists of lounge rhythms that are infused with jazzy grooves and funky bass lines. The addition of live instrumentation gives this project a sound that is all its own, one that is concurrently fresh and familiar. But it’s not only the live instrumentation that sets this project apart from Tosca’s previous albums. The vocal performances of Chris Eckman, Earl Zinger, Farda P. and Samiah Farah also help ‘J.A.C.’ establish its own identity and prevent it from coming across as an attempt to reprise ‘Dehli 9.’ ‘J.A.C.’ craftily maneuvers through a myriad of styles and moods. The first track of the album, “Rondo Acapricio,” wraps a funky groove and spacey vocals around a downtempo beat. The following track, “Heidi Bruehl,” places lush harmonies and a sexy lead vocal atop a jazzy lounge beat and flows into “Superrob”,, whose intro is briefly reminiscent of Everything But The Girl’s “Missing”. At this point of the album, we’re reminded of Tosca’s love for house rhythms. This is further shown with the songs “Zuri” and “Damentag.” “Damentag” possesses a deeper and funkier house rhythm plus synthesizer lines that bring to mind the sound of SA-RA Creative Partners. “The Big Sleep” uniquely pits its heavy drums and dark, gritty vocals against bright horn stabs, which brilliantly cut through the mix and make for an interesting contrast. ‘J.A.C.’ exhibits its melancholic and ominous side with the songs "Naschkatze" and “Sala” before coming to a reflective and meditative end with the final track, “No More Olives.” Laidback grooves, jazzy melodies, and funky backbeats all work cohesively to give this album a sound that is both merry and morbid. ‘J.A.C.’ is beautifully schizophrenic; it alters it disposition at will and without apology. Old fans of Tosca and new listeners alike will not be disappointed by ‘J.A.C.’ Reviewed by Giant Step contributor K.D. Pee (kaedeepee) November 2005 View kaedeepee’s profile: www.giantstep.net