"Chances our few of you remember Opus III who released two albums in the early 90's . 1992's " Mindfruit " is a beautifully-crafted , atmospheric dance music cd . Opus III acted smart enough to sit and write structured songs and didn't lost control over their music flirt with techology . So , as a result we have a strong tracklist to cherish and not some techno delerium stricly for dance clubs . More important of all though , we have Kirtsy Hawkshaw , a woman with an angelic voice whose solo album " on Ultimate Things " is one of the best pieces of music i ever had the chance to hear . Songs like " I talk to the wind " , " Stars in my pocket " and " Up " could have easily topped the charts if they were released today ."
Out there and ethereal!
Patrick W. McMurray | Dallas, Texas United States | 05/19/2003
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I loved this CD for the sheer beauty and range of Ms. Hawkshaw's voice and for the "way out there" atmosphere that Opus III created as a backdrop for her vocals. Opus III generates strong rhythms throughout the better part of the tracks and that fact just makes this CD all the more danceable and well, listen-able. I look forward to hearing more of her and Opus III's work!"
Fruit for your mind...
Daniel Martin | Los Angeles, CA | 02/24/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Kirsty Hawkshaw and her former bandmates have made one of the best trance/techno/house albums. Besides a terrific cover of the Edward Barton penned "Its a Fine Day", there is also a great King Crimson cover ("I Talk To the Wind") and an original song called "Evolution Rush". This album definately is better than their follow up album and is one album I always recommend to any electronic music lover."
Trance/Techno is born
Jesse Psyjoniz | Florida | 04/26/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I, personally, have been listening to Opus III for the past 7+ years and have purchased this particular album (CD format) 4 times and am about to buy another one because once again i've worn it out! This is absolutely without a doubt the best Techno/Trance I have ever come across and suggest it for anyone's collection. While I do in fact enjoy the re-mixes (be they a few years late), they do not, however, come anywhere close to the awesome sound and feel of the original thing. Her voice is enchanting - her music is enthralling - 5 stars isn't good enough, but I guess it will have to do!For refrence, these also top my list:
-Opus III, Guru Mother (of course)
-Aphrodite
-Ultramarine, United Kingdoms
-Sunshine State of Mind, Various Artists
-Hardkiss, Delusions of Grandeur
-Josh Wink, Higher State of Conciousness (single)"