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The Crystal Method
All Music Guide
L.A.s Crystal Method have been referred to as Americas answer to the Chemical Brothers. A dance-based electronic duo with a definite ock band feel, the comparison would seem appropriate, although it tends to erase what makes the group distinct: a solid base in American hip-hop, ock, soul, and pop. Formed in 1993 by Ken Jordan and Scott Kirkland, Crystal Method is the most recent stop in a string of projects that led them from their native Las Vegas (and some forgettable four-track stabs at vocal house music), to the early-90s L.A. ave scene. Drawn in by its youthful idealism, Jordan and Kirkland became absorbed by L.A.s underground club culture and began knocking out tracks inspired by their experiences. On the strength of one of their demos, Crystal Method signed to %Steve Melrose and %Justin Kings City of Angels imprint in 1994, and their debut single, Keep Hope Alive, appeared soon after. The title was in reference to L.A.s waning ave scene (burdened by constant police pressure and a string of random violent incidents) and became something of an anthem due to the endless barrage of remixes and alternate versions that appeared. The pairs demand to be taken seriously as a band (as opposed to the enforced anonymity of most echno acts, and something of a new concept for American dance producers) extended to incessant live performances, and Crystal Methods increasing popularity both in the clubs and among radio jocks led to a deal with Geffen affiliate Outpost Recordings in 1996. The groups debut LP, Vegas -- an unabashed party record bathed in acid, funk, ock, and ig beat hip-hop -- appeared in mid-1997 and sold very well. The follow-up Tweekend was released four years later, and the duo inaugurated a series of mix albums (Community Service) in 2002. Third album Legion of Boom followed in 2004.
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
         
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