Editor Reviews:

Album Description:
Following on from the massive success of "Al Fresco" and "Espace Prive", Bargrooves Frosted is the third in Bargrooves' quartet of "spaces in special places" CDs and takes its inspiration from West Coast soul, courtesy of guest DJ Vincent Kwok who joins resident mixer Ben Sowton for a quality selection of sexy cuts.

On the first CD, Ben has chosen an array of underground flavors and gorgeous grooves. International in scope, Ben's dexterous selection delivers a laidback dose of essential deepness. Skipping across the Atlantic for the second mix, the man from San Fran takes command of the decks for a blend of Latin loops, jubilant vocals, guitar licks and feelgood funk deeply imbued with Californian soul.

Standout tracks include the gorgeous Crazy Penis remix of Zorg's "Lady" , the Lance de Sardi re-rub of "Mesopotamian" , Full Intention's stripped down version of the classic "Everybody Loves the Sunshine" and Tony Lindsay's "Love Train" which is exclusive to this album.

Rating : - Bargrooves Frosted IS Cold-Blooded
For the past few years, I've been lucky enough to attend Frankie Knuckles annual 4th of July and Thanksgiving sets. Who's smoother than Frankie, the King of House? Well, I have to say that this compilation rivals any Frankie set. It is an extreme pleasure to listen to. Disc 1 begins with the hypnotic Lady and ends with the electric King of Rock. By the time I got to track 10, "Oh Lord," I was praying for more Bargrooves compilations. Disc 2 all I can say is "Vincent, Does your mother know what you do for a living?" It's too cold. I gave the set to a friend that came of age at Frankie sets at the original "warehouse." She called about an hour later, to say that she got so caught up in the groove that she missed her freeway exit.
Though everyone's taste is different, I'd recommend this CD. BTW, there's nothing wrong with the play order, the posted lists are incorrect.