Stereophonic Space Sound Unlimited "Plays Lost TV Themes" 1997

"Hi RYP, I've uploaded one of the best albums I've heard in years! It's called "Stereophonic Space Sound Unlimited - Plays Lost TV Themes." It's like spy / surf music from outer space! Just listen to the first tune, "Bossa Nova Squad." I keep thinking if "Austin Powers" was a serious movie, this could be the sound track. The second song isn't quite as impressive, but after that it picks back up and kicks all the way through the rest of the album. I give it eleven thumbs up!" :>} - Eek! The Cat (R.I.P.)
I picked up a used copy of this album recently and have been playing it to death ever since. I was intrigued first by the cover, which is a (slightly) reworked version of an old Disneyland poster for the long-gone Flying Saucer ride. Not knowing anything about the group (except that their albums were filed under "Lounge Music"), I figured anyone who likes old Disneyland rides can't be too bad, and I caught on pretty quick to their joke of themes for non-existing TV shows (remember "Bossa Nova Squad"?), similar in concept to an album by Arling & Cameron (another intriguing group, with moments of lounge). Basically, these are quick and fun surf guitar and electro-organ riffs that would fit perfectly into an episode of Johnny Quest or some long forgotten 50s crime show. My favorite "theme" is definitely "Korla Rides Again," and for those of you in the know that should give a pretty good idea of the sense of fun the group employs. Only drawback: the whole CD is only about 33 minutes, so it goes by a might bit quick. This would be great background music for a retro-cocktail party or for just cruising around town on your Vespa. Reviewer: Ken Hough (Southern California)
Fun and funky space age quickies that will zap your brain. Perfect for parties, romantic evenings, long drives and adventures in outer space! Incredible, dynamic, outlandish and mood altering television scores indeed!
trax:
1. The Bossa Nova Squad 2. Space Mission No.12: Funky Planet 3. Korla Rides Again 4. The Bossa Nova Squad: The Case 5. Space Mission Number 12 6. The Organizer: Theme 7. Follow The Duke: Black Cat Mystery 8. Shark Surfin' Girl 9. Korla Rides Again: Revenge Of The Belly 10. Enter The Tiger 11. Follow The Duke 12. Blues For The Organizer
...originally served by Eek! The Cat (R.I.P.)...