Nothing Changes Under the Sun: Blue States: Amazon.ca: Music

1. Arion

2. Diamente

3. The Trainer Shuffle

4. Stereo 99

5. Spit And Soar

6. Golden Touch

7. Your Girl

8. Looking Glass

9. Theme From Within

10. Elios Therepia

11. Heroes' Elegy

12. Cherio Manou

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Andy Dragazis, a.k.a. Blue States, has finally hit U.S. shores with the domestic release of his debut LP. As one of the rare records that actually overshadows its own hype, Nothing Changes Under the Sun proves itself to be deeper, more diverse, and mind-alteringly greater than even the notoriously hyperbolic English music press claim it is. Plenty of tracks ("The Trainer Shuffle", "Stereo 99", "Spit and Soar") carry the summer bliss vibe to which the album's title alludes, but Dragazis has delivered something far greater than a beach holiday soundtrack. Muscular, jazzy, live-instrument workouts such as "Looking Glass" and "Theme from Within" saunter deep within the estimable realm of a David Holmes or Thievery Corporation. "Diamente" and "Heroes' Elegy" give a slight gild to a page or two of Portishead's book of rainy-day beats. It is "Elios Therepia," however, riding a Roy Rogers-style tune out into the great wide open, that is perhaps the most apt metaphor for the entire record. While most downbeat recordings seem to be about navel-gazing stasis, Nothing Changes Under the Sun is all about travel beyond ordinary borders. Book your ticket for the inner sphere now. --Bob Michaels

Album Description

Rerelease of this absolutely classic downbeat/chill out album, currently out of press. This CD has now been reissued with 2 extra tracks and new packaging. Blue States are totally on par with the likes of Zero 7, Lemon Jelly, Air, Bent, etc. An unpretentious downtempo beauty, gentle and life affirming enough to put Nightmares On Wax out of business.

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4.6 out of 5 stars (21 customer reviews)

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5.0 out of 5 stars NOTHING NEEDS TO CHANGE UNDER THE SUN!!!, Jun 22 2004

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Darrell L. Lee "dlatrell" (Jackson, MS) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nothing Changes Under the Sun (Audio CD)

Blues State's Nothing Changes Under the Sun is perhaps one of the best CDs to be released on the ESL label. Easy to say that because his music is inventive and lacks the one dimensional feel of conventional lounge music. Indeed, Blues State's Nothing Changes Under the Sun is "complex" lounge music with passion and emotion. And although it takes a few listens to appreciate it, you will, my friend! This is lounge music for those who are tired of recycled basslines under over-sampled sirens. Blue State's music is beautiful and organic and could easily be the soundtrack for some Western or Oliver Stone flick. "Nothing Changes Under the Sun" is a true classic!

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5.0 out of 5 stars well, it changes a lot, Oct 11 2003

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"nu_aim" (Almere, FL, The Netherlands) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Nothing Changes Under the Sun (Audio CD)

i listen a lot to music and im loving it! when you like Air and ZERO7 youll love this one!!!! and also for people who are looking for good instrumental electric chilled down music. Youll have to listen to this fine piece of music! its certainly one of THE BEST albums ive ever heard > this album is worth a 6! ive spoken.

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4.0 out of 5 stars Catchy, Loungy, Different, July 16 2003

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This review is from: Nothing Changes Under the Sun (Audio CD)

This album is unlike many other so-called "lounge" LPs...the tracks have clear definition and great progression. The first 5 tracks are enough to merit a purchase of this CD. All the more fascinating is that Blue States is basically one guy writing from his head. My question is: what is that stone structure on the cover? I think it's the Four Corners Monument. Anyway, the tracks don't make me think of Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, and Colorado...they're dreamy, but not lazy; interesting, but not pretentious. No vocals either. A great album.

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4.0 out of 5 stars very good
A different sound, vey chill, very sincere. Your girl is the pinnacle of his work.

Published on April 25 2003 by the_interweb

5.0 out of 5 stars Keeps you coming back for more
Without question, this is one CD that keeps you coming back whether relaxing at home, traveling, or at work. This CD has real staying power.

Published on Mar 2 2003 by slmiami