Nirvana Lounge

Product Description
Brand new compilation from Claude Challe, this is his sixth collection following the popular, Buddha Bar I & II, Flying Carpet,Lover Dose & Bains Douches series. As usual nothing but the finest tracks selected by the man himself, 28 in all spread over 2 cd's with a running time of over 160 minutes! Packaged in the same beautiful sturdy digi-book as the afformentioned collections. 2000 release.

Tracks:

We Enter [Deep Forest Dub VIP Mix] - Alladin
Running Away - Radar
Latin Masala - Blue Planet
Lost Frequencies - Genetic Drugs
Destiny [Rasborasn Inc. Remix] - Rootsman
Ponger Star
Sonadora - Caricias Sonadoras
We Come One [Rollo and Sister Bliss remix] - Faithless
Humanity [Ashley Beedle's Love and Compassion Mix] - A Guy Called Gerald
Deceptively Similar - Out of Phase
Wala Ala Baloh - Out of Phase
Bat
Hit the Road Jack

Album Details

The Godfather of Trance Compilations Has Done it Again with Another Delectable Collection of Incredible Tracks Expands Everyone's Concept of What Great Music Can Be. His Keen Ear Must Be on 24 Hours a Day to Be Able to Identify and Secure the Rights to Assemble the Best Music of the Entire Globe. He Continues this Series for Paris' Nirvana Lounge with Another Pleasing Blend of Soothing Tracks that Somehow have the Power and Ability to Transport Thousands of Minds to Otherworldly Dimensions and Bring You Back Down to Earth Again by the Finish of the Second Disc. It Serves as a Temple of Sensual Pleasure, a Dream Come True, and a Place One Can Go to Whenever You Feel the Need Or Desire.

Customer Reviews:

Another Superb Effort by Monsiuer Claude.......2005-06-19

It is difficult for me to think of another artist with such a consistent catalogue of recordings like Claude Challe. You just cannot go wrong with virtually anything in his impressive and diverse catalogue. Don't think twice about it if you can buy this CD and everything else you can get your hands on by this brilliant man.

Well Done Claude.......2005-03-09

This compilation is incredible I was never interested in this type of music before but I can now say I am converted. This music is so inspirational it takes me higher than I have ever been before. It is sweet trip around the world and back again without leaving my living room. Thank you all the artist that created the music and Claude Challe for compiling and arranging them. For anyone who is thinking of giving this type of music a chance go ahead you won't be disappointed. Enjoy!!

Toronto, Canada

Namaste.......2005-02-22

Although Nirvana Lounge I was tough to follow, Claude Challe succeeds once again with Nirvana Lounge II. His addictive music choices are carefully chosen to create yet another masterpiece that simply transcends human life. I often wander off while listening to his music. Although not fully intended for meditation, Claude Challe does set a meditative environment that simply awakens the mind allowing you to enjoy your life free from any disturbing events. As far as I can tell no one can equal his musical choices. Just listen to the first disk and ask yourself, "Why didn't I get this CD long time ago?" If you enjoy writing, this CD is perfect for opening your creative mind. For an added bonus, visit the Nirvana Lounge restaurant is Paris (3, Avenue Matignon, Paris, 75008 France).
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Average customer rating:

The best fusion musion I've heard in a while
Very interesting mix
c'est beau...
think again Mr. Dan Bebber...
Oui, Oui

Nirvana Lounge
Claude Challe & Ravin
Manufacturer: George V (Imports)
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ASIN: B000050IHK
Release Date: 2000-10-31

Tracks:

Theme From 'The Story Of O' - Ramasutra
The Joy Of This Longing - Chris Spheeris
From A Standstill - Bellasonus
Yarada - Amar
Punjab - Karunesh
La Mujer De Terah (Ben's Alternative Wisch Mix) - Continuo
Bir Gunah Gibi (Nathalie) - Ajda Pekkan
Path Of Love - Atman
Sometimes - Nacho Sotomayor
Magaya - Chris Spheeris
Bahatu - Declan Flynn
The Third Planet - The Third Planet
Hala Hala - Agricantus
Honeymoon In Africa III - Toires

Tracks:

Showroom Dummies - Senor Coconut
Besame Mucho - Don Air
Jazzybiza - Sa Trincha
Summertime - Deep Dive Corp.
Nirvana Lounge - Carlos Campos & Ravin
Bombay Mix - Ravi Sari
Deeper Love (Deeper Dub Thing) - Ruff Driverz
Sunshine (Montejano's Spanish Guitar Mix) - DJ Chus & David Penn
Right On, Right On - Silicone Soul
Bossample (Barramundi Mix) - Time Passing
Ceddin Deden (Mehter Marsi) (Radio 2000 Mix) - Ottoman Military Project
El Alem Alla - Amr Diab
Sign (To Simadi) - George Alkeos
Andando - Sidestepper

Album Description

Brand new compilation from Claude Challe, this is his sixth collection following the popular, Buddha Bar I & II, Flying Carpet,Lover Dose & Bains Douches series. As usual nothing but the finest tracks selected by the man himself, 28 in all spread over 2 cd's with a running time of over 160 minutes! Packaged in the same beautiful sturdy digi-book as the afformentioned collections. 2000 release.

Customer Reviews:

The best fusion musion I've heard in a while.......2003-12-31

I first heard this CD while dining at a restaurant that specialized in "creative world fusion cuisine". An Indian classical composition in the background caught my attention, appropriately enough, a few tracks later was a song with a distinctly Arabic rhythm. This music is an astounding collection of fusion sounds. Turn it on to relax at night, to start a quiet party at home, or to calm your nerves during rush hour (unless you're easily entranced - this music can get hypnotic!).

Very interesting mix.......2002-03-19

You have to appreciate his diversity in his choice of music. I love listening to this albums with a galss of wine and a cozy friend

c'est beau..........2002-02-14

It is strange how the music can influence your state of mind. The wonderful oriental melodies sensibly incorporated into Claude Challe's rythm dives deep into soul and make one's mind vonder in direction the listener is free to choose...

think again Mr. Dan Bebber..........2002-01-27

Your overuse of the word cheesy is downright pure cheese in itself. You make yourself sound completely adolescent.
I disagaree with your review. I have all claude challe's music as well as most of ravin's. You simply don't see the broader picture. They are combining ALL forms of music, providing brilliant moods and eclectic ambiance. I know...it has been tested.

What exactly did you mean by "this is something the US would like but not England?"
Explain yourself Mr. Bebber.

Oui, Oui.......2002-01-06

Claude Challe & Ravin have assembled a wonderful collection of arabic and rai- inspired trippy tunes. I have listened to this CD while working, while painting, and I played it start to finish at my New Year's Eve lounge party to rave reviews. Merci Beaucoup, Claude and Ravin!

String Quartet Tribute to Nirvana's Nevermind

Average customer rating:

amazing
Pretty Cool

String Quartet Tribute to Nirvana's Nevermind

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ASIN: B0007GP6P6
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Tracks:

Smells Like Teen Spirit
In Bloom
Come As You Are
Breed
Lithium
Polly
Territorial Pissings
Drain You
Lounge Act
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On A Plain
Something In The Way

Product Description

1. Smells Like Teen Spirit
2. In Bloom
3. Come As You Are
4. Breed
5. Lithium
6. Polly
7. Territorial Pissings
8. Drain You
9. Lounge Act
10. Stay Away
11. On A Plain
12. Something In The Way

Format: CD

Customer Reviews:

amazing.......2007-04-28

I will agree with other reviews by saying this is very fun to listen to and it is very relaxing. Also I like listening to music while working but the singing always distracts me, this is perfect and I recommend any of the string quartet tribute albums because they are done very truthfully and with a nice tempo.

Search for your favourite band you might find a tribute, seriously they even did Slayer!!!

Pretty Cool.......2006-01-09

This isn't for those who like Nirvana solely for "Teen Spirit" and all that junk... My girlfriend laughs at me because I like to play this in my car, but really, it's quite different and very fun to hear the classic Nevermind performed in this way. A good aspect of it is that I can listen to Nirvana while studying... it helps me because there's no words in it whatsoever... i dont know... anyway, pick this up if youre a Nirvana fan... pretty cool and very worthwhile!! :)

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Nirvana Lounge, Vol. 2
Claude Challe
Manufacturer: Wagram
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ASIN: B000065UWV
Release Date: 2004-06-15

Tracks:

We Enter [Deep Forest Dub VIP Mix] - Alladin
Running Away - Radar
Latin Masala - Blue Planet
Lost Frequencies - Genetic Drugs
Destiny [Rasborasn Inc. Remix] - Rootsman
Ponger Star
Sonadora - Caricias Sonadoras
We Come One [Rollo and Sister Bliss remix] - Faithless
Humanity [Ashley Beedle's Love and Compassion Mix] - A Guy Called Gerald
Deceptively Similar - Out of Phase
Wala Ala Baloh - Out of Phase
Bat
Hit the Road Jack

Album Description

Full title - Nirvana Lounge 02 By Claude Challe. Import exclusive collection compiled by the French dance culture icon. 26 tracks from the likes of Karunesh, Bliss, Samco, Ganga, Karmix, Govinda, Out Of Phase, Acid Queen, Blue Planet, The Rootsman, Faithless, A Guy Called Gerald, Mo'horizons, & many more. Packaged in Digibox with fold-out sleeve containing notes & photos. Chall'OMusic. 2002.

Album Details

With the Release of the Second Volume of the Nirvana Lounge CD Experience, this Nirvana Club Dream Has Been Realised in Avenue Matignon, Paris. To Celebrate the Opening of this Fine Space, the King of Lounge, Claude Challe, Takes Us on a New Journey and Introduces Us to Some Artists and Atmospheres.

Average customer rating:

Fantastic compilation
Zen Music
Nirvana Lounge Volume I

Nirvana Lounge, Vol. 1
Claude Challe , and Ravin
Manufacturer: Wagram Records
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Happiness: Mixed by Claude Challe
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Je Nous Aime

ASIN: B00008KCON
Release Date: 2004-06-15

Tracks:

Story of O [Theme] - Ramasutra
Joy of This Longing - Chris Spheeris
From a Standstill - Bella Sonus
Yarada - Amar
Punjab - Karunesh
Mujer de Terah [Ben's Alternative Wisch Mix] - Claude Challe,
Bir Gunah Gibi (Nathalie) - Ajda Pekkan
Path of Love - Atman
Sometimes - Nacho Sotomayor
Magaya - Chris Spheeris
Bahatu - Declan Flynn
Third Planet - Third Planet
Hala Hala - Agricantus
Honeymoon in Africa III - Toires
Showroom Dummies - SeCoconut
Besame Mucho - Don Air
Jazzybiza - Sa Trincha
Summertime - Deep Divecorp
Nirvana Lounge - Carlos Campos,
Bombay Mix
Deeper Love [Deeper Dub Thing] - Ruff Driverz
Sunshine [Montejano's Spanish Guitar Mix] - DJ Chus, ,
Right on, Right On - Silicone Soul
Bossample [Barramundi Mix] - Time Passing
Ceddin Deden [Mehter Marsi/Radio 2000 Mix] - Claude Challe
Alem Alla - Amr Diab
Sign (To Simadi) - Giorgos Alkeos
Andando - Sidestepper

Album Details

Challe is the Mastermind of the First Two Original Buddha Bar Compilations. His Expertise and Keen Sense of Mixing Different Styles of World Musics were Tapped Once More to Create the Soundtrack for Another of Paris' Most Tasteful Club/Lounges. The Challe Magic is Again in Full Effect Here, as his Penchant for Choosing Only the Best and Most Interesting Recordings that Most Westerners Would Never Be Exposed to Otherwise Has Obviously Been Working at Full Capacity. As Before, Each of the Discs Recordings Revolve around a Theme of Slower Pieces Vs. The More Uptempo. Each Disc Clocks in at Over 70 Minutes, So You Know You Are Absolutely Getting Your Money's Worth as Well. Just Relax and Let the "Pope" of Lounge Music Take Your Mind to Places You've Never Thought of Before.

Customer Reviews:

Fantastic compilation.......2007-04-07

One of the best Ambient, Trip-hop doble CD set of all the times, Claude Challe is a genius of the world music mix, his choices are intoxicating.

Zen Music.......2004-06-07

I beg to differ with the previous review. Claude Challe is the original Buddha Bar DJ. His view on Zen/Ch'an is very deep. I will not go into detail, but Claude Challe knows what music is. He may be getting old, but he has not lost his touch yet. Just have a listen to this music and you are transcended in to a world that you wish you could capture. The Buddha Bar comparison is unwarranted. If you like chill-out music with oriental sounds from India/Arabia/Europe, this is the music you should be seeking. I have searched for it all my life. Mentally uplifting, Challe works better than SSRIs. His mixes tend to show you the way to a Great Awakening. The journey to happiness begins with a good music album. Enjoy the ride...
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Nirvana Lounge Volume I.......2004-03-28

It is a bad attempt at creating the magic of Buddha Bar.

Average customer rating:

absolutely awful!
Stella
Challe-tabulous
Claude Challe Rules!
A true journey

Nirvana Lounge, Vol. 3
Various Artists
Manufacturer: Chall'o Music
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ASIN: B00009EF6A
Release Date: 2003-06-10

Tracks:

Racing Away - Horace Andy, , Grant Lee Phillips
Unda - Mich Gerber
Indian Touch - Pierre Cosso
Transcendance - Claude Challe, Deepak Chopra M.D.
Tea Party in Bombay
Maison - Jean Gabin
Secret Place [Ibiza Remix] - Stella
Lili S'En Fout - Toufic Farroukh
Laurence d'Arabie [Ambient Mix] - Richie Lawrence
Carmenita Lounging - Claude Challe, Adam Plack
Elephant Trax - Wadada
Shamala Tak Tak - Out of Phase
Kardia Mou Min Anisihis - Antonis Remos

Tracks:

Love Magic [Original 12' Mix] - Los Chicharrons
Blue Sky White Sand - Puddu Varano
Dallam
Tu Es Foutu [Colour's Rain Minibeat Edit] - In-Grid
Gran Curazon
Peyotee [Remix] - Claude Challe,
Finest Dream [Dub Mix]
Besame Mucho - Gadjo
Strings Devotion
Another Brick in the Wall
Quench's Revenge
Batwannis Beek - R.E.G. Project
White Darbouka - Hovannes K.

Album Details

The Third Edition of the "Nirvana Lounge" Series Carries on with Lead Proponent Claude Challe's Unique Concept that World Music Should Appeal to the Ears of Anyone in Any Country of the World. It Isn't Just that the Music He Selects for his Compilations Comes from So Many Varied Sources around the Globe, the Fact of the Matter is that Each Track is Good and Pleasing to the Ear, If Not Great. The Wide Variety Presents Tracks that have Roots in Soul, R&b, Blues, Disco, Dub, Electro Opera, Trance and Yet More. Challe Has Traveled to the Four Corners of the Earth and Become Familiar with all the Music of Its Inhabitants and Does his Best to Bring it all Together with this Series and Others He Initiated, Thrilling the Sensibilities of Listeners Worldwide. This is the Real Thing Folks, Accept No Imitations…claude Challe is the Master and Always Will Be.

Customer Reviews:

absolutely awful!.......2005-03-03

This had to be one of the worst CD's I've ever purchased... I managed to cull 12 songs out of the 2 CD set ("Indian Touch, Tea Party in Bombay, La Maison, Secret Place, Lili S'En Fout, Laurence d'Arabie, Kardia Mou Min Anisiheis, Dallam, Gran Curazon, Finest Dream, Batwannis Beek, White Darbouka").

Depending on your CD copier/recorder and mixing skills, the above list makes a satisfying 62 minutes of music. Otherwise, the flow and music on this CD are awful.

The nice suprise was Antonis Remos' "Kardia Mou Min Anisiheis,"
(Greek) which I liked so much, it compelled me to buy one of his albums - I practically know the (phonetic) words by heart!

Stella.......2005-02-22

The 7th song on the first CD is what got me hooked on this CD. After listening to it for about a million times, I finally allowed the CD to play its natural flow. That allowed the true nature of Claude Challe enter the room. Once again his Buddha Nature is felt everywhere. Claude Challe creates an ambiance created in hotel lounges of the 70s and perhaps of the 60s. However, I would like to think of his music as a virtual Casablanca that simply continued from the famous Humphrey Bogart - Ingrid Bergman movie. Sit back, close your eyes, and you're in your favorite place.
The second CD does set a different mood, but it's a good mood nonetheless. If only they could play this music on MTV...
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Challe-tabulous.......2003-12-07

Took me a while to get into it, but once you've reached the Claude Challe zone you'll never want to leave. Every track on CD1 is top-notch. CD2 is very clubby, but not so much as to jar the new-found chill-out zone that the first CD has put you in. Looking for something to buy after the five Buddha Bar CDs? This is a great starting point.

Claude Challe Rules!.......2003-12-03

I have come to appreciate world beats and music from all around because of this great master we call Claude Challe. I saw Claude in a live concert he did in Lebanon in the summer of 2003. It was a night of complete grooviness. He just made it feel so magical. Ask anyone and they'll say they were in a trance that night.

Claude Challe has been able to capture the essence of good music. This CD will surely persuade you. Buy it...you'll discover what music is all about.
I first started listening to this music when i borrowed the Buddha Bar III CD from a friend and it just blew my mind away. Ever since ive been hooked up on this music. Then I celebrated my 18th Birthday at the Buddha Bar in Paris. Imagine how i felt!!

If you want to feel like you have no worries in the world (atleast for a nite) you better get those CDs! Claude Challe Rules!

A true journey.......2003-09-15

As in all Claude Challe compilations, here comes an album satisfying in all aspects. The challenge to combine or blend the easterly with the westerly is not an easy one, but Challe manages this just well.

To the western ears, this is a trip into the depths of the east in a fun and grroooovy way.

Literally all tracks are magnificient.

I have all albums by Challe and this is one of the best ones.

Tracks:

Rape Me - Karel Marik
In Bloom - Gringo Floyd
Heart-Shaped Box - Burton Greene
Polly - Karel Marik
About A Girl - Cali Jinetero
Come As You Are - Gringo Floyd
Smells Like Teen Spirit - Karel Marik
All Apologies - Dr. Zaius
Dumb - Karel Marik
Pennyroyal Tea - Burton Greene
On A Plain - Cali Jinetero
Lithium - Gringo Floyd
Silver - Karel Marik
Breed - Burton Greene
Rape Me - Cali Jinetero

Product Description

1. Rape Me - Karel Marik
2. In Bloom - Gringo Floyd
3. Heart-Shaped Box - Burton Greene
4. Polly - Karel Marik
5. About A Girl - Cali Jinetero
6. Come As You Are - Gringo Floyd
7. Smells Like Teen Spirit - Karel Marik
8. All Apologies - Dr. Zaius
9. Dumb - Karel Marik
10. Pennyroyal Tea - Burton Greene
11. On A Plain - Cali Jinetero
12. Lithium - Gringo Floyd
13. Sliver - Karel Marik
14. Breed - Burton Greene
15. Rape Me - Cali Jinetero

Format: CD

Customer Reviews:

Grunge + Lounge = interesting.......2004-12-28

Hey i have been a hardcore nirvana fan since i first heard come as you are on the radio back in the early nineties. I also am very eclectic in my musical tastes...when i first heard this cd i was kind of awestruck. i didnt know what to think. After i heard the cd a couple times i loved it...its nirvanas tunes to an upbeat jazz rythem. I have seen other reviews of people nocking this cd, i say listen to the clips, and have an open mind. Kurt and nirvana were all about change and new styles...i think he would have liked this. BTW that song Where did you sleep last night was a remake of leadbellys song from the late 1890s.

the reason you do not know why it is good...........2003-02-15

An insult to everything Nirvana stood for? tell me, what did nirvana stand for? they stood for a new sound and a way of coming away from the crowd. hence grunge. this is exactly what this cd does. it is "NEW" way of having a live and unplugged album but with the jazz feel. and the reason people say it is bad, is because they can not understand jazz. and it is their loss not ours.

hahaha.......2003-01-01

what a complete load of [crud]. this is like taking all of nirvana's greatest songs and [ruining them]. whoever put together this album has some issues.

u missed the point..........2002-10-30

The two other reviewers completely missed the point of this. "This compilation is an insult to everything Nirvana stood for, and completely misses the point of the entire grunge movement. If you can't deal with the harsh rock sound, go pick up a Kenny G album because Nirvana is not for you." This is a cd for the true nirvana fan with a sense of humor (like my Ramones tribute cd done by japanese bands). It's obivously not looking to replace your old nirvana cd's, it's just a way to look at them differently. Also, it can come in handy when you want to give granma something to listen.

Maybe the worst album of mine........2002-08-18

I bought this album as a joke after hearing clips on the internet and immediately regretted it. It makes me sick and I've been trying to sell it ever since