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The evolution of the Nintendo Game Boy has been quite remarkable over the years. Dating back to the original Game Boy launch in 1989 and spawning multiple versions since then, including the Game Boy Pocket, Game Boy Color, Game Boy Advance and most recently the superb clamshell-designed Game Boy Advance SP, Nintendo’s groundbreaking Game Boy line of portable gaming machines has grown into what is quite possibly the most popular videogame platform currently on the market, consoles and PC included.
With such success, it seems an almost impossible feat for Nintendo to continue to improve upon the line, especially following on the coattails of the masterfully designed GBA SP and the rapidly rising popularity of their other innovative handheld, the Nintendo DS. As tough a challenge as it may be, Nintendo has carried on with the development and recent release of their latest Game Boy evolution in the new Game Boy Micro, and quite frankly the Micro, in my humble opinion, is the best Game Boy system to date.
Like most gamers and industry critics, I was more than skeptical about the Game Boy Micro when it was first unveiled at the E3 2005 extravaganza last year. Upon seeing the Micro for the first time, a device Nintendo makes no bones about being a portable designed for the fashionably consciousness, on-the-go gamer, I was left scratching my head at what appeared to be Nintendo’s effort to slant a bit “edgier” and mainstream in an attempt to reach the gaming crowd more inclined to pick up a PSP over the GBA SP or DS due to its sleek and sexy aesthetics.
The Micro’s literal micro size also seemed rather questionable seeing how the SP was tiny and perfectly comfortable already – further shrinkage would only seem to make for less comfort and added eyestrain. Negative assumptions can be a dangerous thing however, and as you’ll read over the next few pages, the Micro is definitive proof of that.
What You Get:
Before delving full-boar into the specific hardware functions and capabilities of the Micro, let’s briskly go over everything you get in the box for the $100 price tag:
- Game Boy Micro System: Black and Silver units available.
- Three interchangeable Game Boy Micro faceplates: Six unique faceplates in total spanning the two system models.
- Faceplate swapping tool: Makes changing faceplates a synch.
- AC Adapter: For recharging the Micro, obviously.
- Soft tie-string carrying pouch: Keeps the Micro and faceplates safely stored away.
The Hardware:
Turning to the all-important hardware itself, it should be noted first and foremost (for those who didn’t know already) that the Game Boy Micro is of the same technical make of the Game Boy Advance and runs all existing GBA games with the same processing power. So overall there isn’t anything incredibly new, technically speaking, the Micro does over the GBA other than provide a sleeker design that beats out even the SP when it comes to quick and easy on-the-go gaming and hassle-free transport.
Speaking of the Micro’s miniature size, let’s rundown the specific dimensions so you have an idea of just how tiny and lightweight this bad boy is. At 4 inches wide, 2 inches long, not even an inch thick (0.7 inches to be exact) and a whopping 2.8 ounces in weight, the Micro can be stuffed into any backpack, pocket or pouch with ease, after which you’ll all but forget you’re even carrying the thing due to its virtually unnoticeable load.
Being so small lightweight you may think that the Micro isn’t the most durable piece of hardware around, but to the contrary it is actually among the toughest feeling portables there is with a quality heft that makes full use of its 2.8 ounces and the all-around rock solid design Nintendo has become known for with all of its hardware designs over the years.
Ergonomically, the Game Boy Micro is a dream (believe it or not), which is a far cry from what many gamers (including myself) thought would be the case at first glance. The system layout is typical of any Nintendo handheld: left and right shoulder buttons and AC Adapter port line the top of device, the D-pad, screen, speaker (which delivers great audio quality by the way) and A, B, Start and Select buttons are comfortably mapped out on the front, the on/off switch, headphone jack and game cartridge slot are all on the bottom, an opening for a wrist strap and volume and screen brightness controls are on the right and finally, on the left can be found apertures for using the included faceplate tool to swap faceplates. With the unit coming in such a bite-sized package, you wouldn’t expect it to fit in your hands and play so comfortably, however the Micro delivers in this area nicely. Larger handed folks out there may have an issue with the small size, especially anyone who happened to think the SP was already too small, however I found the unit to rest comfortably in my hands (which are probably medium size) with access to all the input buttons easily at hand without any cause of stress on the hand or finger joints, even after hours of play at a time.
Another plausible casualty of the system’s downsizing was the subsequent downsizing of the screen dimensions. However, like the rest of the expected shortcomings that never came to fruition, the smaller screen size is actually one of the best upgrades the Micro has to show for itself over the SP. Equaling a full 2 inches in size, the Micro’s backlit LCD screen is absolutely stunning in action, and never strains the eyes unless played for hours upon end. But the same can be said when playing on any videogame platform for overly long stretches of time without frequent breaks. Honestly, the screen is so crisp and crystal-clear I can’t go back to playing any GBA game on my SP now, it’s almost like playing a brand new game when run on the Micro even though the processing power is identical. Comparing the screen clarity and brightness side by side with the SP is like night and day – the Micro’s screen honestly looks that gorgeous.
Thankfully, unlike the PSP and its stunning screen, the Micro’s isn’t nearly as fragile or prone to smudges and fingerprints. This is mainly due to the interchangeable faceplates, which act as protective shields over the LCD screen, in addition to providing stylish forms of personalization. When removing faceplates and popping in a new one, though, you do need to be careful not to trap any dirt or dust between it and the underlying LCD itself. As already stated, the faceplates other major function is that of customizing the device to fit your mood and personal style. The Micro currently comes in two model colors, Black and Silver, and with both of these models come three unique faceplate designs each. With the Black Micro you get Flame, Camouflage and sleek Silver faceplate patterns, while with the Silver Micro comes Ammonite (dark blue swirls), Ladybug and slick Black patterns. Those are the only patterns available as of now, but knowing Nintendo you can expect to see plenty of stylish new patterns in the future.
Important to any portable device, gaming or otherwise, is battery life, an area where the Micro again performs impressively. Though not quite as lasting as the GBA SP’s 10-18 hours of maximum play time, the Micro delivers a more than solid 6-10 hours on its rechargeable lithium ion battery pack. As usual, battery life depends on the type and frequency of gameplay activity, as well as other factors such as screen brightness. Unlike the SP, the GBM provides a selection of screen brightness settings to adjust to your personal preference. Of course, the darker you set the screen the more juice you’ll get out of each charge. To keep you abreast of the current battery status, when the Micro is first turned on the Start and Select buttons either flash blue to indicate the battery is in good status or red to indicate the battery is running low. Should the red light remain lit while playing a game, it’s trying to tell you to turn the system off right away and charge it back up again.
One of the key weaknesses the handheld actually does have directly out of the box is the lacking in compatibility with current GBA accessories and cables. This means if you want to play multiplayer games with other Micro or GBA owners you’ll need to first pick up additional Wireless Adapters, Link Cables and Converter Connectors specifically designed and authorized for use with the Game Boy Micro. This can certainly be a drawback for current GBA owners who’ve already decked it out with accessories, however none of the adapters or cables are going to dent the wallet that much. Speaking of accessories, there’s much to look forward to in the future as many major peripheral manufacturers, such as Intec, Mad Catz, Naki World and others, have already pledged their support for the device with a variety of kits, cases, cables and other accessories.
The Games:
Since the Game Boy Micro is just a GBA in a smaller form factor, the GBA’s library of over 700 titles (and counting) functions as the Micro’s library, so obviously it is of the same quality and quantity. With the new-and-improved screen however, current GBA classics, such as Gunstar Super Heroes, the Fire Emblem and Advance War titles, The Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, Metroid: Zero Mission, Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories, and any other favorites, all look and run better than ever before. The GBA is also only continuing to grow and grow as the years pass by, so the Micro makes for the perfect reason to finally jump onboard the GBA express if you haven’t done so yet for some reason. Only GBA games are supported, though, so any other games designed for earlier Game Boy models will not work here.
Final Verdict:
Needless to say, the Game Boy Micro surprised me quite extensively with just how stylish and comfortably functional it is compared to the beloved GBA SP. The screen is the best of any Nintendo handheld ever, the sound quality (which I didn’t really get into with any specifics) is top-notch, the ergonomics are as sublime as ever, the game library is already long in existence and constantly expanding, and the amazingly small and lightweight design is as sleek and sexy as it is durable and easy to transport. All of this, however, comes with one major caveat that is sure to be a key sticking point for many a gamer. At a regular MSRP of $99.99, the Micro is in a tough spot. When you can get a brand new GBA SP for roughly 20 bucks cheaper and a Nintendo DS (or the new DS Lite), which plays both GBA and DS titles, for around $130, it’s hard to say whether you should go out and buy a Micro over the other two. If you’re in the market for a device to only play GBA games on, I’d fully recommend paying the slightly higher price for the ergonomics and screen quality alone, they are totally worth it if you ask me. In the end, Nintendo specifically built the Game Boy Micro to, more than anything else, tap into the more mature audience that cares as much about how their portable devices look as they play, and in that regard the Micro succeeds with flying colors.
Pros:
- Incredibly small, lightweight and durable design makes for easy, worry-free transport.
- Absolutely gorgeous screen quality
- Comfortable ergonomics and button layout
- Already has an established library of titles that’s constantly growing
- Sleek design and interchangeable faceplates bring style to the Game Boy line
Cons:
- Isn’t compatible with any GBA accessories
- The $99.99 price tag may be hard for most gamers to swallow
from: Tanishs Blog
Features
Olympus E-P2 Features
Accessorize: Everything Goes with Basic Black
The E-P2 incorporates a new port for connecting new accessories including an optional EMA-1 Microphone adapter and the VF-2 live-finder, a detachable electronic viewfinder that comes with the E-P2. The live-finder easily slides onto the camera’s accessory port and hot shoe when needed to provide 1.15x magnification, a 100% field of view with amazing resolution, brightness and contrast. The viewfinder refreshes quickly to minimize image ghosting on fast-moving subjects.
The VF-2 rotates up to 90 degrees to enable photographers to look down into it, which is useful when shooting subjects from challenging angles. The built-in diopter adjustment and high magnification offer easy viewing with and without glasses.
For those who want to capture enhanced audio, the new EMA-1 external microphone connector can be plugged into the new camera’s external accessory port. The connector will accept the optional Olympus ME-51S stereo microphone or any microphone of their choice. Olympus has a variety of other accessories to maximize the functionality of the new PEN, including the previously released 14-42mm and 17mm Micro Four Thirds lenses. The MMF-1 Four Thirds System Lens Adapter makes E-P2 compatible with all Olympus ZUIKO Digital SpecificTM lenses and other Four Thirds System lenses from Sigma, Panasonic and Leica. Olympus OM film-based lenses can be attached to the E-P2 with the MF-2 OM Lens Adapter. Additionally, an optional FL-14 flash unit, suitably small for the camera, adds more lighting versatility to your shots.
Stay focused on Your Targets Wherever They Roam
Sometimes it can be hard enough to keep up with kids, let alone take pictures of them. The E-P2’s new C-AF Tracking and AF Target Registration locks your subject into focus, and constantly adjusts focus and brightness whether you or your subject is moving. With this mode, a simple push of the shutter release enables you to keep fast-moving and unpredictable subjects in focus–tracking subjects from left to right and from front to back–within the frame, automatically ensuring that even active subjects are captured clearly.
Even More Ways to Create
Olympus pioneered easy-to-use in-camera art filters for still images captured inside its E-System DSLRs. It was the first company to offer the ability to apply art filters to High Definition video recordings captured with the E-P1. Now, the E-P2 continues this tradition of innovation with eight in-camera art filters, including two new filters: the Diorama and Cross Process. The Diorama art filter gives users a miniature model photo feeling by narrowing the depth of focus and enhancing color and contrast. The selective focus that this filter offers lends intimacy to images of even the largest subjects like canyons or cityscapes.
The Cross Process art filter offers an unexpected look to images and videos by changing the color and contrast of subjects on the fly. Using this mode can result in surreal other-worldly images. Whether you’re a videographer, documentarian or established director–or just want to shoot like one –Art Filters set your images and videos apart from the pack. Since they’re built into the camera, you can achieve dramatic results on the go without needing a computer or editing software. These new filters are a welcome addition to the Pop Art, Soft Focus, Pale & Light Color, Light Tone, Grainy Film and Pin Hole filters previously available on the E-P1.
Because the PEN is an interchangable lens system camera, you also have more creative options for video capture. You can attach any one of the new super-compact Micro Four Thirds lenses or, because the camera can accept many of the other Four Thirds Format lenses with an available MMF-1 Four Thirds System Lens Adapter, you can add anything from an extreme wide-angle fisheye lens to a super telephoto lens for a wide range of expressive options. All the while you will have more DSLR-like control over depth of field, focus, white balance and ISO. It begs the question, “What will you create?”
iEnhance for Radiant Colors
The E-P2 includes a new picture mode called iEnhance, which analyzes colors and brightness. The new mode mimics what the naked eye sees. For example, a beautiful sunset looks awesome in person and generally seems to fade when captured in an image. With iEnhance, the warm yellow and orange colors are heightened to be brilliant and closer to the actual scene. The result is exceptionally clear imaging with a dramatically lifelike color. iEnhance can be used in any shooting mode–from program to manual–and automatically engages when in iAuto.
HDMI Control from Your HDTV Remote
The new PEN makes sharing your content easier than ever. Just connect the E-P2 to your HDTV with an optional HDMI cable and use your HDTV’s remote to control playback functions and navigate the camera’s menus from the comfort of your favorite couch or chair.
Manual in Movie Mode
The E-P2’s manual movie mode allows for independent control of aperture and shutter for expanded exposure and creative control. Now you can adjust the shutter to control the depth of focus while using the aperture to set the overall brightness of the video. This level of control allows you to express your vision exactly how you want in your HD videos.
Make a Design Statement
The E-P2’s high-end, stainless-steel all-black body is easy to handle and carry, and has the styling and refinement of a precision chronometer. Its retro-chic look turns heads, from tech-aficionados and camera buffs to the style-conscious and everyday point-and-shooter. Built rock solid, it fits comfortably in a jacket pocket or a handbag for impromptu street-shooting or any spontaneous adventure. The E-P2 lets you do more and go more places while capturing your life, thanks to its compact size–4.74″(W) x 2.75″ (H) x 1.37″ (D)–and light 11.1-ounce body. Attention to detail is visible in every aspect of the PEN’s design, including the currently available small and lightweight 14-42mm and 17mm M. Zuiko Digital lenses as well as the newly announced 9-18mm f4.0-5.6 (18-36mm equivalent) and 14-150mm f4.0-5.6 (28-300mm equivalent) M. Zuiko Digital lenses.
Ultra-Compact Body Delivers Superior Image Quality
The E-P2 has everything you need to produce vibrant DSLR-quality images: a large 12.3-megapixel imager, In-body Image Stabilization, fast Imager Autofocus, the proven Olympus Dust Reduction System and the new TruePic V Image Processor.
Standard point-and-shoot sensor vs. the PEN E-P2 sensor
As the second Micro Four Thirds camera from Olympus, the E-P2 provides the same image quality as current Four Thirds format E-System cameras because it has the same image sensor size as the E-30 and E-620 DSLR models, but in a much smaller body. This high-performance 12.3-megapixel Live MOS image sensor delivers excellent dynamic range, accurate color fidelity, and a state-of-the-art amplifier circuit to reduce noise and capture fine image details in both highlight and shadow areas.
The E-P2’s Live MOS image sensor is complemented by Olympus’ TruePic V Image Processor, which produces clear and colorful photos using all the pixel information for each image to provide the best digital images possible. The image processor is noted for accurate natural color, true-to-life flesh tones, brilliant blue skies and precise tonal expression; it also lowers image noise in photos shot at higher ISO settings (ISO 100 to ISO 6400), enabling great results in low-light situations.
Be a Mover, Not a Shaker
Any lens attached to the E-P2 will deliver blur-free images thanks to three modes of In-body Image Stabilization that compensate for up to four steps EV (exposure value). Mechanical Image Stabilization automatically compensates for camera shake in low light or when shooting without a tripod. Since the PEN is the world’s smallest interchangeable lens camera with In-body Image Stabilization, you’ll feel comfortable taking it on the road with you to capture the action. As an added advantage, the built-in image stabilization works not only with the M. Zuiko lenses but all Four Thirds lenses and even older OM film-based lenses when used with the appropriate adapter for the E-P2.
Small Real Estate with an Amazing 3-Inch LCD View
Consumers accustomed to composing and focusing using a point-and-shoot camera’s LCD will appreciate the E-P2’s 100 percent accurate, 3-inch full color HyperCrystal LCD, which gives them the same easy, seamless experience when shooting still images or videos. The camera’s Live Control function makes it easy to compose, edit and shoot pictures or videos without stopping to access various menus. The E-P2’s fast Imager Autofocus in Live View also enables you to compose, focus and capture the shot quickly and easily without ever taking your eyes off the large LCD.
The LCD displays 230,000 pixels in vivid color and includes HyperCrystal technology, which offers many times the contrast of conventional LCD monitors for easier viewing in both preview and playback. It also provides a wide viewing angle of 176 degrees, which ensures that images can be composed from even the most obscure angles.
This Camera Leaves Others in the Dust
You don’t have to waste precious time worrying about dust ruining the perfect image; instead, spend more of that time shooting with the E-P2. The proven Olympus Dust Reduction System produces spot-free photos with the exclusive Supersonic Wave Filter, a patented ultrasonic technology that vibrates to remove dust and other particles from the front of the image sensor, capturing it on a special adhesive membrane every time the camera is turned on.
What You See Is What You Get
When viewing the LCD in Live View, Art Filter effects and settings like white balance and exposure are viewable right on the LCD, and their impact is seen instantly on the display. Real-time monitoring offers amazing versatility and creative control, and users who apply a setting have instant gratification because what they see on the camera’s LCD is what they’ve captured. For musicians used to applying audio effects like reverb to their instruments before recording them, the concept of setting the E-P2 to capture precisely the kind of image they want before they press the shutter makes perfect sense. For imaging purists who want to shoot without filters, and apply them to images inside the camera later, or just edit images back at their computers, the E-P2 provides these options and opens more in-the-field creative possibilities.
Mix It Up with Multiple Exposure
With the E-P2’s Multiple Exposure function available for still image capture, you are free to tell a visual story your way, whether in a portrait, a landscape or a combination of both. The image capture options allow you to shoot one shot, then another and combine them in real time, or capture both shots separately and combine them in the camera later. Overlay your face on top of your pet’s face. Create an “identical twin” of yourself. Put the moon in the sky at noon. Your ability to manipulate space and time makes this new creative multimedia device a veritable time machine.
Frame Your Works of Art Inside the PEN
You can often achieve greater photographic expression by framing a scene in a unique way. The E-P2 provides four aspect ratios that serve as masks to frame your image to the desired proportions, including: the standard 4:3 aspect ratio that is suited to an 8 x 10-inch enlargement; the 16:9 aspect ratio that will display your images beautifully on a widescreen television; and other popular aspect ratios such as 3:2 and 6:6. The Multi-Aspect Shooting further expresses your creative vision when combined with Art Filters and multiple exposures. What will you create?
Stereo Audio Sounds As Good As the PEN Images Look
Like the innovative Olympus LS-11 portable audio recording device that puts the power of a recording studio in your pocket, the E-P2 features uncompressed CD-quality 16 bit/44.1kHz Linear PCM stereo recording capability to capture the rich sound quality of your scene. When you shoot with the E-P2, it’s like having a sound technician built into your camera to capture the nuances of the audio happening all around you. It has the versatility to record and play back in the WAV format and can record with its built-in stereo microphone. Whether recording audio while shooting a video or adding audio by recording a narration to your still images, the E-P2’s audio sounds as great as its images look. Now, with the new stereo microphone adapter, there is new freedom in audio capture with the PEN.
Create Your Own Multimedia Slideshows with Stills, Video and Audio Inside E-P2
Content is king, and with the E-P2 you have your own portable kingdom of still images, HD video, and audio to remix at your command. In playback mode you can seamlessly mix stills and movies inside the camera to create a multimedia slideshow; dub in one of five built-in dramatic background music options to provide a soundtrack for your cinematic creation. Plug the E-P2 into any HD television with an HDMI cable and show off your masterpieces to your audience before your DVD arrives in stores!
As Easy to Use as a Point-and-Shoot with SLR-Quality Technologies
The E-P2 is equipped with 19 scene-select modes for effortless picture taking. Standard scene modes like Night-Scene, Portrait and Landscape are easy-to-use solutions for everyday shooting. Capturing beautiful portraits is easy with the new ePortrait Mode. It enables you to smooth your subject’s skin–all in the camera and before capture! Additionally, edits can be made post-capture using the ePortrait mode.
Shooting scenes with both highlights and shadows can often be a challenge because of the extreme contrast between dark and bright areas. The E-P2 addresses this challenge with Shadow Adjustment Technology that adjusts for extreme light variations and maintains visible detail in both the shadow and highlight areas of the scene. Now users can see and preview the gradation on the Live View LCD and capture images showing the shadow detail they saw. This feature is also accessible in the Edit menu after the shot has been taken.
The E-P2’s Face Detection reduces the chance of blurred subjects in images by recognizing up to eight people’s faces and the background, tracking the faces within the image area, even if people are moving, and automatically focusing and optimizing exposure for sharp, brilliant portrait pictures (ideal for large family or party group photos).
Don’t like changing camera settings for each shooting situation? The E-P2’s Intelligent Auto Mode automatically identifies what you’re shooting (Portrait, Landscape, Night + Portrait, Macro, Sports) and adjusts settings to capture the best result depending on the situation. First-time users will enjoy this quick and hassle-free feature, which does the thinking for them and produces incredible images like a pro.
The E-P2 offers ease-of-use and flexibility to meet your shooting style. Choose the Live Control technology, an advanced control panel system that incorporates the use of the sub dial and enables you to see the image and the menu controls all at the same time on the LCD. As a result, you can use the main and sub dials to select modes and adjust settings without having to take your eyes off the subject. Or if you prefer, shoot with the Super Control Panel, which is familiar to any serious shooter. These options along with the camera’s intuitive button layout make the camera simple to use. The E-P2 records to SDHC media cards to accommodate large files including videos with In-Camera Creative Features and uncompressed audio.
Digital Leveler
The E-P2 is equipped with an internal Digital Level Sensor that detects the camera’s pitch and roll and indicates it on the control panel. This Digital Leveler is a tremendous benefit when capturing architecture and landscapes. Level the perfect coastline shot on your next tropical vacation without being tethered to a computer and editing software.
Magnified Focus Assist
The E-P2 provides two optional methods to help the user focus: a Magnified Focus (MF) Assist Function and Magnification Display. When using manual focus, the MF Assist feature aids with critical focus by allowing you to zoom in on part of the image by simply turning the focusing ring on the front of the lens. The Magnification Display enables you to selectively enlarge the image on the LCD at the touch of a button. This mode works for both autofocus and manual focus. Both MF Assist methods provide up to a 10x magnification of a single point of the image for critical focus; perfect for macro or still-life photography.
18×18 Metering Modes
This mode divides the image area into an 18 x 18 grid, metering each of the 324 separate cells to obtain optimum exposure. In addition to 324-division ESP metering, center-weighted metering and spot metering modes are also available.
Olympus Master 2 Software
Use the included Olympus Master 2 software (Mac and PC) to easily download images and videos from the camera or other external device, such as a USB drive, and automatically organize them into albums and groups and by date. Develop high-quality RAW images, apply Art Filter effects, edit and print images. Also, apply the most common editing functions to your HD videos. Update camera and lens firmware through the software and download additional menu languages. A direct link makes uploading your images and videos to YouTube easier than ever.
Olympus Studio 2 (Trial Edition Included)
Extend the capability of Olympus Master 2 with Olympus Studio 2. In addition to the functions of Olympus Master 2, this software includes a lightbox mode and selection marks for comparing and sorting multiple images. RAW processing is enhanced with additional controls for finer adjustments. The trial edition can be used for 30 days after installation. After the trial period has expired, a license key is required for further use.
What’s in the Box
* E-P2 Body
* VF-2 Electronic View Finder
* ED 14-42mm f3.5/5.6 Zuiko Digital Zoom Lens
* USB Cable
* Video Cable
* Li-Ion Battery Pack (BLS-1)
* Li-Ion Battery Charger (BCS-1)
* Shoulder Strap
* Olympus Master 2 Software CD-ROM
* Manuals and Registration card
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Available on: Greco-Roman 5xCD box set
It’s not just any old collective of rag tag boom boom men who can host parties on a Berlin boat, at a swimming pool in Texas and in a weapons factory in Moscow. Taking their inspiration from a love of batty bass and Olympic wrestling, the Greco-Roman collective’s attitude appears to be if you don’t go hard – and have a lot of fun in the process – then you may as well go home.
Featuring the likes of Alex “Full Nelson” Waldron, Joe Hot Chip and Ross Allen amongst their brethren, these notorious party starters have been laying down the law and giving soundsystems the musical equivalent of a clothes line throughout the last three years.
From the Seat of Mount Olympus is a beautifully boxed collection of the first five singles released on the Greco-Roman label. The clarion call of David E Sugar’s ‘Oi New York, This is London’ is as ballsy a slap down as any fledgling label’s first release can be – especially when the track’s remix commissions feature the Ragga Twins, Skream and Jesse Rose having a fumble in Sugar’s wardrobe, tarting him up with garms sewn from 2step, bassline and more.
Elsewhere the creamy geography teacher soul of ex-Hot Chip man Grovesnor gets its backbone elasticated by Made to Play’s Oliver $, and Buraka Som Sistema’s ‘Kalemba’ reps the more ghetto end of Greco-Roman’s palette. Drums of Death gets it right in the bottom end on a killer remix of ‘Got Yr Thing’ by Trouble & Bass head Drop the Lime, plus the package comes lovingly adorned in Lorenzo Fruzza’s artwork (which has bound all the Greco-Roman singles to date). The sort of money-losing scheme that all labels should immerse themselves in.
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