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Transitions Vol. 2
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0651249076723
Label: Thrive (Red)
Manufacturer: Thrive (Red)
MPN: 90767
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Thrive (Red)
Release Date: February 06, 2007
Studio: Thrive (Red)
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Editorial Review:
Does any DJ listen to more music than John Digweed? Hard to say, but the fact that Diggers is known to go through all the music he receives, personally, may have something to do with why he has--perhaps wisely--elected to release a single Transitions disc twice a year (instead of the two-disc compilations that seem to be the norm for other DJs). Not only does this give listeners a snapshot of his ever-evolving mixes, it allows him to capitalize on the fact that, as one of the biggest names in the business, he has access to all sorts of exclusives and upfront tracks, such as Guy Gerber's remix of "Dana," a glowing spellbinder that has yet to be released. On its heels comes Antena's portentous "Camino del Sol (Joakim Mix)," which promises an inescapable hook from the first appearance of its chunky synths, itself followed by the ultra-refined shadow play of Williams's "The Shivering (Pitch and Hold in Camera Obscura Remix)." Digweed obviously understands better than anyone that the impact of each track is largely determined by how it relates to all the others. As always, his programming can leave listeners dumbfounded; tracks like David K's off-kilter minimal trip "Boul de Nerf" may lead to some initial head-scratching. But then there is that rule of thumb that never fails with Digweed: "listen again." --Brent Kallmer
Following the success of the first in John Digweed's Transitions series, one of the most acclaimed albums of this legendary DJ's career, Digweed returns with the eagerly anticipated second volume. Taking the inspiration from his worldwide sets and globally syndicated radio show, this single disc is full of seamless segues and driving bass lines - a current glimpse of John at his masterful best.
His standing as a world-renowned DJ has enabled him to include several tracks that are exclusively available on this album prior to their full single release. Amongst these are Guy Gerber's atmospheric mix of Chaim EP - `Dana', David K's trippy masterpiece `Boul de Nerf' and two tracks by G-Stylz (aka Bruce Aisher). Digweed has long been a force in the studio, and his production acumen is highlighted here, as he turns in subtle, exclusive edits throughout the album. As with Vol.1, it is his flawless mixing and programming that Digweed brings to this project, creating a mix that offers new interpretations, improving with each listen as it shifts from 124 to a 129 bpm finale across it's 70 minutes.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating: 
Rating:  - Prog house at its best
"Transitions" The name of the series defines its nature best. Digweed's utter mastery of the turntables is on full display. From the first eerily beautiful tracks to the last emotionally inducing crescendo digweed does what he does best. Unlike transitions vol.1 which waited several tracks to really start kickin digweed lets the beats roll hard within the first few tracks. What ultimately defines this album is the brilliant programming. Every track seems to easily slide into one another. Like ... Read More
Rating:  - no bueno
After years and years of great releases such as Global Underground: Hong Kong and Fabric he went ahead and released this piece of half a**ed garbage. If you're looking for a good John Digweed mix album, look elsewhere.
Rating: - Sacrifices Groove For Trippiness
I had to listen to this album over and over before I felt confident in giving it a fair rating. One of the more difficult albums to write a review on.
In the end, the tracks I really liked on the album and the tracks that I thought were mediocre didn't change a whole lot from my first impression. The set starts off with four good tracks. Track 3, Chaim EP's "Dana" (Guy Gerber Mix) is an excellent track, and my personal favorite on the album. Bonus points for Digweed getting his hands ... Read More
Rating: - Better than Trans Vol 1
Yes, go ahead and buy it. Digweed's ahead of Sasha and Deep Dish. Nuf said.
Rating: - Huh? Quality
I don't quite understand some of the negative reviews. It's true that this represents a different style than Transitions Vol. 1, but then that has been true of every mix Digweed has put out. He simply doesn't duplicate earlier styles, so that's why I'm surprised that some people are biting because Vol. 2 is different. The Transitions series is meant to be a reflection of highlights from Digweed's sets over the past six months, and as a result, the track selection is always superb, and thanks to Digweed ... Read More
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