Originally Released: 2004 Discs: 1 Label: Columbia (USA) Item Number: SNY935722
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Themeaddict: WWE the Music, Vol. 6 [Bonus DVD]
This includes a bonus DVD.
This is an Enhanced CD, which contains both regular audio tracks and multimedia computer files.
Collecting the entrance themes of America's favorite wrestlers is nothing new, but Themeaddict: WWE the Music, Vol. 6 ups the ante with a slick bonus DVD. The DVD mirrors the CD when it comes to audio content, but the videos for each wrestler are well put together and inspired. More inspired than the music for sure, since Carlito Caribbean Cool's theme is one of the fakest tropical tunes on record, and the hip-hop here is anything but street. The remix of the Undertaker's theme, "The Darkest Side," is a moody triumph and Mot”rhead's "Line in the Sand" is the rocking highlight of the album, but if you've ever shelled out for one of the pay-per-view events, you know this stuff already. No matter how well constructed or inspired the songs are, fans are just going to pick their favorite wrestler's theme anyway. Themeaddict could be a cut-and-dry collection, but adding a DVD that's really worthwhile shows some admirable effort and appreciation of one of the loyalist fan bases in the world. ~ David Jeffries
As the composer behind entrance themes for the WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment, formerly the World Wrestling Federation) for more than two decades, Jim Johnston came a long way from the days of Hulk Hogan's "Real American." In 2004, the WWE released THEMEADDICT, a compilation of Johnston's theme songs that traffics in a contemporary alt-rock/hip-hop vibe guaranteed to connect with a young audience.
Motorhead serves as the elder statesmen on this collection with "Line in the Sand," a song that gives wrestling star Evolution a sinister leg up, thanks to a combination of Lemmy's growl and some sinewy guitar playing. Although there are other metal-tinged tunes, the mix offers a surprisingly dynamic selection of musical styles. "Chavito Ardiente" is a crisp bit of mariachi-inflected pop used by Chavo Guerrero. John Cena even goes as far as to incorporate a sample of Big Daddy Kane's "Any Type of Way" amidst the crisp flow of "Untouchables." Leavening the mood is Gail Kim's lush dance theme "International Woman." For those craving a visual element, a bonus DVD, featuring numerous videos, is included.
Collecting the entrance themes of America's favorite wrestlers is nothing new, but Themeaddict: WWE the Music, Vol. 6 ups the ante with a slick bonus DVD. The DVD mirrors the CD when it comes to audio content, but the videos for each wrestler are well put together and inspired. More inspired than the music for sure, since Carlito Caribbean Cool's theme is one of the fakest tropical tunes on record, and the hip-hop here is anything but street. The remix of the Undertaker's theme, "The Darkest Side," is a moody triumph and Mot”rhead's "Line in the Sand" is the rocking highlight of the album, but if you've ever shelled out for one of the pay-per-view events, you know this stuff already. No matter how well constructed or inspired the songs are, fans are just going to pick their favorite wrestler's theme anyway. Themeaddict could be a cut-and-dry collection, but adding a DVD that's really worthwhile shows some admirable effort and appreciation of one of the loyalist fan bases in the world. ~ David Jeffries
Category: Heavy Metal Release Date: 11/16/04
Originally Released: 2004 Mono / Stereo: Stereo Discs: 1 Availability: Y Studio / Live: Studio Area: USA Is Import: N Distributor: Sony Music Distribution (
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