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Monkey Business
: This album is GREAT! It's a fun mix of a lot of things, so it's hard to get tired of the same sound like most albums. BEP is great at trying to target a variety of audiences and despite the few other weak ratings, there's something for everyone. And if someone likes everything like I do, BEP is the cure all!
I like that they're exposing people that wouldn't ordinarily listen to someone like Jack Johnson to really great music.
My favorites are My style (the ending is a nice touch), My Humps (it makes me want to shake my rump), Dum Diddly, Feel it (the way the song switches up is crazy!), Disco Club,
and Ba Bump.
This album isn't the breakout album their last one was, but it's a damn good follow up. And fergie is fine as hell.
 Ok, I'm one of those former BEP fans - the type that was jamming their first cd some 7/8 years ago. The cd (behind the front) that sounds nothing like this garbage. I know, we all say that, so it's a cliche and I'll stop.
For the small group of folks who supported them way back when, we are a different audience. We aren't the bubblegum fans and why should BEP care? Their cd has been on billboard top 100 for 15 weeks. I just wonder who is buying all these copies. I guess it's a lowest common denominator thing. It's background elevator music that wouldn't possibly offend anyone.
The issue that I have is that they are on the rap and hip-hop charts as well. Since they clearly aren't rap or hip-hop anymore, why are they there?
 This CD is typical of the new Black Eyed Peas. Since the addition of Fergie, an absolute bombshell, we've seen their popularity explode. Imagine that. The new album is similar to Elephunk and appeals to just about everyone. It doesn't carry any particular message or anthem, just something to put in and enjoy. We'll probably see a couple of Target commercials with music from this album so get use to it.
 I got this CD because I liked the Black Eyed Peas last album, and the song Don't Phunk With My Heart. But I listened to it once, and didn't like any other songs at all. Then I listened to it again a few more times, and didn't like them anymore than I did before. Sorry guys, but this album is just kinda crappy.
 Sure, this CD isn't a a lot like the older BEP albums but it still packs a punch. The highlight for me was the amazing variety in the tracklist... pure hip hop, pop, funk... the diversity displayed by the group and the way it's all put together is fantastic.
1. Pump It - This first track packs a punch, using an old Dick Dale sample you'll probably recognise from the Pulp Fiction soundtrack. 9/10
2. Don't Phunk With My Heart - First single release, solid tune if a little poppy. 9/10
3. My Style - featuring JT but more hip hop sounding this time. I like the beat on this one a lot 9/10
4. Don't Lie - One of my favourites, though probably not with those who prefer the old BEP style. An almost-calypso style beat and kinda catchy hook. I imagine this will be a future release. 10/10
5. My Humps - Lyrically, one of the weaker tunes but Fergie shines on this one in comparison with her previous songs. 7/10
6. Like That - Brilliant hip-hop tune featuring Kweli, Q-Tip, John Legend and Cee Lo. Talib Kweli kills it. 10/10
7. Dum Diddly - Sounds a lot like Hey Mama from Elephunk. Will probably be released, I reckon it'll be played out in clubs. 8/10
8. Feel It - Nice, laid back tune. Car radio material. :P
9. Gone Going - The Peas show their diversity here with an acoustic guitar sample. Jack Johnson supplies the hook and some great lyrics about material possessions. 9/10
10. They Don't Want Music - Funky track with legend, James Brown. Another favourite. 10/10
11. Disco Club - Darker beat than most of the rest of the CD on this track. Solid track. 8/10
12. Bebot - Odd track all in Phillipino. Good vibes but I've yet to find a translation. I'm feeling this one though. 9/10
13. Ba Bump - Feeling the beat on this one. Head-bobbing track. 8/10
14. Audio Delite At Low Fidelity - Lyrics hot. Cool beat too. Kind of reminds me of Blackalicious' CD Blazing Arrow, especially at the end where it fades to 'Change, Change, the whole world needs a change' 9/10
15. Union - Another favourite of mine. Great track with meaninful lyrics. Catchy hook and beat. Perfect. 10/10
I'd recommend that you listen to this before you buy it as past BEP fans may not feel it as much as their previous CDs. If you like Elephunk though, I think you'll like this. The way the tracks are arranged in order is another strong point - they managed to blend all of those styles wonderfully. If you like to listen to a lot of different kinds of music, this CD is for you. And just to let you know what kind of person I am to enjoy this, other artists I like are:
Hip Hop: Talib Kweli, Blackalicious, The Roots, Kanye West, K-OS, Twista
Pop: Michael Jackson, Lionel Ritchie, Usher
Funk: James Brown, Zapp and Roger
So a mix, lots of variety which is probably why I like this album.
Also, I'm hearing a few rumours that Don't Lie is the next single release so I'm happy. :)
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