The ryche has returned!
929757
So glad that Todd has joined the band. This album is a non stop listen. Front to back, not a bad song on the disc. Buy. It. Now.
2649899
Yay!!! Nine and Eddie are back and better than ever!!  Gone is the constant fighting and arguing and lack of belief in each other.  This book was a welcome return to what makes these books work - Eddie and Nina supporting each other and getting the job done.  Have to say though, that Eddie needs to buy a lottery ticket - the amount of times he escaped what appeared to be certain death was nothing short of miraculous!!  A nice return to Atlantis.  Thoroughly enjoyable.
3727126
After more than three years they have returned (well the founders anyway* see more in review on this topic) with a whole new album which simply put is Great! They have definitely found their footing again and gained back that missing element of passion which drove their engines from the start. *This album is in no way a disappointment regardless of the introduction of new Lead vocalists: Julia Williamson & Clara Hagman.  These two gems brought a bit of their own style which in no way tainted this album, and brought a newness which is essential in the music industry.  I also feel in many ways having Julia and Clara inspired the original founders to get back into the groove and reignited their passion for making music again. Yes, fans I agree it is sad that Jen & Linn would not return for various reasons.  Granted if they had not left we may not have such an inspired piece of work to listen to right now.  So maybe it was fate? Who knows.  As far as these new leads, I feel they complimented the sound and even gave a little freshness to their album which just works.  After listening to the album (over and over) I really felt like this was a modernized rendition of who Ace of Base was, where they are and where they may go (which is up from here).  They pay homage to their past music with pieces of beats here and there and some minor almost hidden vocals) but all the while giving us a modern edge.  It was nice to hear the men actually sing more in the choruses of certain songs and the instrument selection has definitely matured with some variety.  Overall I gave this album a 5 out of 5. In looking for true feedback for them to improve on I had to really take a moment to think about what I would want to see, hear, etc. So, I wish there were more tacks to listen to on this album so perhaps on the next one include a couple more.  Also I would like to hear more of the men sing for Jonas & Ulf are the founders after all; and last but not least I definitely wanted to hear some more ethereal/orchestration backing medleys to compliment a couple of tracks giving them a full resonance and boldness -- I feel then it would be Gold! Overall, I am deeply satisfied with this Album and look forward to more of their work soon. Cheers!
2527829
Tool is back in a big way! After the hum-drum Lateralus release we are finally back to the Tool we all know and love. This album has the haunting, surreal guitar and percussion instrumentals that are a hallmark of this unique band, as well as very cool lyrics and one of the, no I take that back, THE coolest CD case of any band ever! Welcome back to Maynard and the boys, your fans have missed you.
4099146
If you're a fan of San Francisco and Ibiza, but have been (though not entirely) dissapointed and disaffected ever since, read on.

Fundacion NYC, while not the masterpiece of the two Global Underground albums, is a bona fide return to the Sasha of old. The hint for you should have been the various reviewer comments about "great mixing" but "bland" and "boring" tracks. This is clearly a return to the old Sasha, who could work in a 14-year-old's birthday party track by somebody like D.J. Sankin and Friends into a seemless wonder of sound.

And, for the record, he does center the mix around one of James Holden's beauties, "Come To Me." I was particularly struck by the wondering, percussive few minutes before the Holden tune, which reminded me somewhat of track selection on GU009 disk 2, when the hat-dropper "The Chain" by Breeder is introduced by the foreboding percussion of Mana's "Psionic."

It was encouraging for me to pick this album up. I'm glad to see Sasha returning to what he does best. Alas, if only we could put Breeder back together again...
2725661
"Only Child" is a return to what makes the Burke novels great.  Andrew Vachss is giving us the message through great characterization and great plot when Burke goes back to New York.  His great supporting cast is one of the best I've encountered and it's great seeing Mama, Max, Prof, Clarence, the Mole, Terry and Michelle back in the mix.  Some of the fringe players are back as well when Burke is hired to investigate the murder of a young girl.
As with all Burke novels, this book takes place in the present and incorporates recent events both above and below ground.  People who read it will definitely draw comparisons to the underside of some themes in modern movies like Vin Diesel's XXX (though this book is obviously not an extreme sports action/adventure international spy story, it won't be hard to notice the topicality of some of the themes in this book.)
For Burke fans, you won't be disappointed.  For newcomers, there's plenty enough in this book to make you want to read the entire series from front to back.
3530795
I played this game in the past and I loved it!  It has been a while but I am really excited to have it again.
2925117
Portishead - where have you been???  Welcome back!!!  This new album is a welcome return, though old-school fans from the early and mid 1990's will miss the trip-hop sound that Portishead helped create.  That said, it's a logical next-step for the project and sounds good.  Not many radio-friendly tracks on this album but who cares?  It's a well-crafted album.  Hopefully we won't have to wait over a decade for their next one!
3986601
Not having read any Spawn for a long time, this was an interesting return to a much-loved series. It seems to start straight after Spawns crucifixion and involves his quest for revenge for the death of loved ones (trying not to give too much away!). God and his envoy, Mike, lead Al to his next destination and quest. Belial is after Al and will try to get to him any way that he can. Archangel Gabriel also appears.

Its well-written and engaging and ends on a bit of a cliffhanger so theres more to come. The artwork is worth a look and I look forward to reading more in the future.
4968607
After a 10 year hiatus The Mayor is most definitely Back 2 Bizness and ready to breathe some life into the streets of Newark.  After regaining his freedom with the assistance of Tony Austin, The Mayor jumps right back into the game to resurrect his deteriorating city.  Sure the game has changed but The Mayor is a chameleon and not only can he adapt but he's going to give the streets someone to aspire to.  Arrogant as ever The Mayor knows he's exactly what the game been missing, just look at how far it's declined in his absence.

With his swag turned way on and a new protg under his wing The Mayor quickly makes believers out of everyone who thought it couldn't be done again.  But this time he's going to do it bigger and better. Of course there's opposition in the form of Federal surveillance and an informant.  But those are just minor obstacles for a man so major.  If you thought that The Mayor was cocky when we were first introduced to him in Block Party or even as we watched him dominate federal penitentiaries in Block Party 3 just wait till you see him in Back 2 Bizness!

Author Al Saadiq Banks skillfully wraps up the eight book True 2 Life series {<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/No-Exit-True-2-Life-Street/dp/097406100X/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">No Exit (True 2 Life Street)</a>,<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Block-Party/dp/0974061018/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Block Party</a>,<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Sincerely-Yours-True-2-Life-Street/dp/0974061026/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Sincerely Yours (True 2 Life Street)</a>,<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Caught-em-Slippin/dp/0974061034/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Caught 'em Slippin'</a>,<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Block-Party-2-The-Afterparty/dp/0974061042/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Block Party 2: The Afterparty</a>,<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Block-Party-3-Brick-City-Massacre/dp/0974061050/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Block Party 3/Brick City Massacre</a>,<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Strapped/dp/0974061069/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Strapped</a>&nbsp;&<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Back-2-Bizness-Return-of-the-Mayor/dp/0974061077/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Back 2 Bizness/ Return of the Mayor</a>} in grandiose fashion much like his star character of Back 2 Bizness.  By expertly painting pictures so vivid and spitting vernacular so proficient that readers will feel as if they're living the story instead of just reading it.  Al Saadiq Banks clearly demonstrates why he's the reigning king of Street Lit!  And if Back 2 Bizness proves to be his final book then just like The Mayor he's given the genre someone to aspire to.  For Mr. Bank's contribution to Street Lit I have to borrow the tag line of the woman who first introduced me to Al Saadiq Banks books Kim aka Khaleelah,  I'm Sincerely Yours!!!!
3951380
Coal Chamber is back!  It took a long time to hear another album but I'm glad they're back together. This has a lot of elements of the original Coal Chamber you remember from when you were a teenager, with a few heavier elements. It's heavy and it has their signature sound. If you grew up listening to Coal Chamber, get this album, you won't be disappointed.
881710
As a retired Naval Aviator, Raven One was a welcome return to the ins and outs of life at sea that I have missed in the last few years.  The plot was extremely realistic and detailed providing great insight to those who haven't been there, while maintaining the inside sense of humor for those of us who have lived squadron life!  It was good to feel like I was back at sea with my buds in support of a common goal and National Interests.  Kevin, thanks for the opportunity to live again to live a past life....if even for only a little while! ~ Otto
2679785
Oh the joy to be returned to the world of Tinker! A slightly harder read, you have to keep everything straight in your head because Wen throws a lot at you, but it is well worth the trip.
457914
Queensryche is a blast from my past of great music. Oh how I miss those days. I had this back in the day on cassette, but I had to get it again. Great music.
2331476
This is another fine album from Vangelis. True this may not be as complete as many fans hoped for but the fact that we are  getting a whole new disc (Disc 2) of mostly unreleased material composed back in 1982 is a cause for celebration alone. As previous reviewerers noted earlier, those fans disappointed with this release probably have the rest of the music in bootleg form anyway!  The fact that we are getting any new Blade Runner music at all should be welcome. The third disc of brand new material is a great addition to the BR universe. Thanks Vangelis for returning to Los Angeles 2019.
2557119
Rush's 2002 Vapor Trails album was a return for them after a long absence due to Neil's tragic losses of his daughter (to a drunk driver) and wife (to cancer).  And what a return it is. From the opening awesomeness of One Little Victory, you know this is going to be a great album.  It sort of continues on in the style and textures of Test for Echo, and that's not a bad thing AT ALL!  Other stand-out tracks include the great Secret Touch, Ceiling Unlimited, and Ghost Rider (about Neil's motorcycle riding adventures in the wake of his loss).  I also really like Sweet Miracle and How It Is.  All in all, no weak tracks on this album, although some are better than others.  Great album.  I saw them live on the Vapor Trails tour and these songs sounded amazing in a concert setting (you'll see what I mean...get Rush in Rio!).
390974
I am so happy to have something new by the Spin
Doctors. It seems like it has been a long time waiting for them. I'm glad they back and all can enjoy their music.