Remixed: Kool & the Gang

knghitsreloadedcoverAlbum: The Hits: Reloaded

Artist(s): Kool & the Gang & Guests

Official Drop Date: October 5, 2004

Blades: 9.5

Grade: A

Bottom-line: Legends make the world go round

Review: Say what?! Redman? Apparently Redman and Kool & the Gang collaborated on Jungle Boogie. Not bad at all. FM & Rachid accompanied Kool & the Gang on Jungle in My House. Very upbeat and party ready. For adults who just want to bug out and let loose without feeling that they are trying too hard, this is the album for you. The 2 disc project brought the Jazziacs (Kool & the Gang) together with current artists and legends to bring jazz to a new generation and fans. I never even knew that Kool & the Gang came from a jazz background and they are great.

Some that I thought would not make a good mixture were actually complimentary to the gang. As usual, the cross-over Dancehall artists, Sean Paul, made his appearance on Ladies Night and was close to mucking the whole thing up. When Lil’ Kim showed up on Get Down On It, I thought it was all over. Big Brovaz, Blu Cantrell, Angie Stone, Blackstreet, and a few other well-known artists also lend their “talents” and vocals to the album and are actually good for the most part.

Jazz, Disco, & R&B fans will all love this album as it is filled with timeless classics from the legendary group: Kool & the Gang. 9.5 blades and an A for a job well done.

blades: ★★★★★★★★★½

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