eMusic Review
Few dance producers deserve a mix devoted solely to their own music. Then again, few dance producers have had the impact of Todd Terry. Frequently regarded as the man who birthed New York-style house music, Terry's nickname fits the deed: “Todd the God.” The twist that Terry brought was simply down to influence. Unlike the vast majority of the DJs and producers who emerged from the Paradise Garage scene, Terry was a full-fledged hip-hop and Latin/freestyle devotee. (Need we remind you of his classic Jungle Brothers'production “I'll House You“?) Thus, his brand of breakbeat-inflected dance music helped win over both crowds — especially in 1988 when he unleashed a massive string of hits including "Can You Party," "A Day in the Life," "Bango," "Weekend" and "The Texican," all of which are included here on Anthony Acid's mix. Essential.