On first listening to Oriental is Beautiful 2, which blends down-tempo grooves and lounge music with Indian and Tibetan influences, it seems the perfect compilation to load up after a wild night out. From Indian/Enigma sounds of Bocanada’s "Fuego", to the catchy percussion and hypnotic Tibetan vocals of David Visan and Michael Winter’s "Tamtra Tibet", to sitar samples and recurrent break beats of Badarali Kan’s "Black Night", this CD just gets better with repeated listenings.
Zeb’s "Romantic" is probably the most emblematic, catchy and delightful track on offer. Featuring Asian string and woodwind instruments and percussion mixed with electronic vibes, this cut pays tribute to its ancient roots with a rich modern sound. The CD bonus track, "Oriental Soft Mixed", includes prime cuts mixed and faded by DJ La Matt.

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Chief editor: Steven Crane
July 2005 issue