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A hidden masterpiece

the_legend84 | Hulkville | 06/10/2003

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I first heard Hot Action Cop on the end of the "Real Cancun" movie when they showed a clip of them playing. I had never heard of them prior to this, and I doubt a lot of people have ever heard of them, hence the title of my review. Anyways, I thought "Fever for the Flava" was a real good song, very catchy and pretty different, so I decided to check out the rest of the cd. As I listened I found every song to be different from the song before or after it, yet just similar enough so you could tell it was the band playing. They have a sound all their own, with quite the large influence of Red Hot Chili Peppers. Also you'll notice through some songs (Doom Boom, Show Her etc.) that Rob does a Shaggy-like impression which adds to the songs. They are a talented band and are worth a listen. Lyrics are also very good and well crafted, although they may be a bit too raunchy for some people. I wouldn't recommend the edited version however, because it really takes away from a lot of the songs. Overall this CD is very solid, w/ my favorite songs being: Doom Boom, Fever For The Flava, Why Judy, Busted and In A Little While. Get this CD if you want a good one to throw in your car stereo and just cruise."

Dig a little deeper

beta245 | Nashvegas, Tn | 04/23/2005

(5 out of 5 stars)

"There are simply too many people out there that take music way to serious and there are those who want to lump everybody into a certain category. I'm a person that likes music that is just pain out FUN! Yea, HAC is a little bit Rap Rock...but there are so many other influences that you can hear such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Fishbone, Porn music (yea the album is a little dirty), etc. I don't think Limp Bizket or Linkin Park at all when i listen to these guys. They are their own band.



This album is not one that your kids will study in their music appreciation class but I bet they will still be able to groove to it. So i give it 5 starts because when i'm driving its a great album to put the windows down and turn the stereo up.

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I TOO HAVE A FEVER FOR THE FLAVA

The Electroacoustic Metallurgist | USA | 06/18/2008

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I would like nothing more than to bring massive hate down on this CD, however, as much as I would like to, I can't. Sure, it's Rap-Rock, which in my review for 'Hybrid Theory' I stated has repeatedly proven itself to be a reprehensible b^st^rd. However, this is not your typical Rap-Rock, as it is infused with a bit of funk and quite a bit of fun. I mean just look at the cover art, this alone should give you a good idea of what you're in for. I think the only thing this music aspires to be is entertaining and fun, and that's exactly what it is. And unlike Linkin Park this Rap-Rock is devoid of contrived lyrics and any of their off-putting pretentious bull$h!+, and the musicianship here is markedly better.



No, this stuff isn't deep, nor does it demand your undivided attention, but so what, if I want full immersion I can listen to Pain Of Salvation, Porcupine Tree or the like. Furthermore, there's really not a bad song on this CD, so if you check your brain at the door there's really no reason for you not to enjoy it. I recommend this CD to anyone who likes Rock, can tolerate Rap, and just wants something funky and fun to listen to.



By the way, I've never been able to shake the fever. But like Uncle Ted (Nugent) says; "It's nothin' dangerous, I feel no pain.""