Review of A.B. Quintanilla & Kumbia Kings : Los Remixes 2.0
Four songs into Los Remixes 2.0, the second song-reconstruction effort from A.B. Quintanilla and the Kumbia Kings, something happens. The disc transforms from just another mildly diverting crossover attempt into a pulsing collection of late-night club anthems. It's a new direction for Quintanilla, whose expertise is usually showcased on colorful cumbias and Latin pop ditties. Los Remixes 2.0 works, however, because the house versions of cumbia hits such as "No Tengo Dinero," Insomnio" and "Amores Como el Tuyo" are meticulously molded into entirely new songs. Kudos to production teams ROCASound and Nopal Beat, who clearly know what they are doing. Particularly effective are the ROCASound mixes of "Insomnio" and "No Tengo Dinero," which could settle in easily underneath the disco ball of any club. Los Remixes 2.0 also features a trio of new tracks: "Sabes a Chocolate," a remake of a two-decade-old Menudo hit (circa Ricky Martin) featuring 14-year-old vocalist Pee Wee Gonzalez; "Thug Like Me," a limp attempt at hardcore street cred; and "I Wish," an innocuous remake of R&B singer Carl Thomas's 2000 hit. Stick with the remixes--your dancing shoes will thank you. --Joey Guerra

Users's Reviews - A.B. Quintanilla & Kumbia Kings : ARE YOU SURE YOU WANT THIS CD?
I was at first excited to find this CD...but when I listened to it in my car for the first time...I was really dissapointed. There are at most, 3 songs that I enjoyed. For the most part, I did not enjoy the re-mixes of the songs "Insomnio, No Tengo Dinero" and others. The original songs are far better...not only that but how many of the same songs do you need re-mixed? Once again, there were only 3 songs worth listening to. So my advice is, if you have to own this CD, save some money...buy it used

Your latest reviews - A.B. Quintanilla & Kumbia Kings : I Could Fall In Love...With A.B. Quintanilla
Loved It! I am a total and complete gringa; this Cd was one of my first CD's in Spanish, and since I purchased this Cd, practically all the music I listen to is in Spanish. Yes, many of the songs are remixes from other albums, but it is a great introduction CD not only to The Kumbia Kings, but to this type of music in general.

I must admit, my decision to purchase this CD was mostly because of my love for the movie "Selena." I always loved Selena's "I Could Fall in Love," but I had never heard it quite like this. I no longer like the original version....it is just not the same as this version with the added percussion. "Baila Esta Cumbia"....great opening song. I cannot listen to track three, it is way too sad. It is a very beautiful, tear-provoking song dedicated to the life of Selena, and an attempt to bring comfort to those who have lost a loved one. The rap interludes in "No Tengo Dinero" are great. The vocals on "Fuiste Mala Con Mi Corazon" convey the emotion behind the song. The closing song, "El Ritmo Que Traigo" is dance floor-worthy. Definately consider adding this to your collection.