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The offbeat runs through both CDs just like the revolutionary intent. I admit that in this quantity, it sometimes becomes too monotonous for me. Especially since some bands are simply better than others, who sound more like the not-so-talented little brother. Fortunately, there are always tracks that stand out and either do something different or have a particularly good sound. For example, there are THE IDIOTS from faraway Germany with a somewhat naive love song that contributes a pleasant lightness after all the solidarity slogans. Or JEUNESSE APATRIDE (Canada) with alternating male and female vocals. I also like the dub tracks. And STREETS OF RAGE (France) named themselves after one of my favorite Mega Drive games, which gives them an extra point. They also conclude the collection of songs with energetic old-school hardcore, thus providing the listener with the necessary dose of anger.
What definitely stands out is the achievement of uniting so many different countries on one sampler. Just that alone ensures linguistic variety and is a sympathetic thought. Once again, it’s noticeable that Spanish slogans are also often used by bands from regions that have a completely different mother tongue. The land of anarchists has a cultural export hit in this regard. And not a single band from the USA, is the fight already lost there? The different languages also provide entertainment, even Russian and Basque (what else) are represented. And did I mention that I like British English? That makes some songs sound like THE SPECIALS.
Overall, a good package of music where ska, punk, reggae, and dub shake hands. "Dance to the Revolution, Vol. 2" is definitely a party-ready mix, even if it lacks real highlights for me. But with some bands, you can tell that it’s worth digging deeper. Those who enjoy this type of music can’t go wrong with these CDs, and those who like to dance with comrades after a successful guerrilla fight can’t go wrong either.
