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How do you say "deee-groovy"?

John Jones | Chicago IL | 04/20/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"OVERVIEW: VH1 may play "Groove is in the Heart" on their "One Hit Wonders" show, but this collection makes it clear that Deee-Lite had more hits up their sleeve than most people ever knew. As consistently creative as they were undeniably catchy, Deee-Lite gets a chance to shine on this generous compilation.AT ITS BEST: "Groove is in the Heart" will always be a dancefloor favorite, and rave-ready workouts like "Somebody," "Bittersweet Love" and "Party Happening People" prove they never lost their ability to get a party started. But "Heart Be Still" lays on the midtempo funk with equal energy, and "Say Ahhh," "Picnic in the Summertime" and "Stay in Bed, Forget the Rest" make a strong case for frontwoman Lady Keir as a seductive rapper. And no matter what incarnation they try on, Lady Keir's lyrics and the group's thoughtful production are constants.AT ITS WORST: "I Had a Dream I Was Falling Through a Hole in the Ozone Layer" offers a slow-burning funk groove, but the sudden shift to a waltz time signature interrupts the flow. A similar distraction mars "Bring Me Your Love"; and as the only ballad on the collection, "Love is Everything" sticks out.OVERALL: Those only familiar with "Groove is in the Heart" will be pleasantly surprised to discover the many sides and talents of Deee-Lite."

Deee-licious

H3@+h | VT | 12/30/2002

(4 out of 5 stars)

"Overall a good hits package. First 7 tracks are from "World Clique". That's represented well. The next 4 are from "Infinity Within", and the last 9 from "Dewdrops in the Garden". I could have had a couple more from "Infinity Within", like "Runaway" and "I wont give up". Those are great songs and "Runaway" was a single I think. The last 8 tracks are good, but not as catchy and dancy as the first half of the disc. Had this taken from each album a bit more evenly it would have been flawless. But there is no deee-nying that having "What is Love", "I had a dream I was falling through a hole in the ozone layer", and "Say Ahhh.." on the same disc, is deee-lightful!"

How do say? Deee-Grooovie!

John Jones | 04/23/2002

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Oh, boy! I miss this group soooo much! This is the best 90's house group in the world. I remember getting "World Clique" for x-mas back in 1990, I was hooked with Lady Kier. This is their greatest hits. Is good, the only songs that I think should be in the copilation are "Runaway" and "Rubber Lover". If I had one wish in my life it would be to hear a cd with new material from Deee-lite. :) Miss you guys!"