VA - The Acid Lounge Goes West [2CD] (2003)

The Acid Lounge Goes West[2CD] (2003) is a compilation album that brings together tracks from various artists in the acid jazz, lounge, and downtempo genres, focusing on a smooth, sophisticated sound suited for relaxed listening environments. Spanning two discs, the album highlights the fusion of jazz, funk, soul, and electronic elements that define the acid lounge style, offering a curated selection of groovy, melodic, and atmospheric tracks.

The music features warm basslines, jazzy keyboards, soft percussion, subtle electronic textures, and smooth vocal performances. Many tracks combine live instrumentation with programmed beats, creating a balance between organic and electronic sounds. The compilation emphasizes groove, mood, and melodic richness, making it suitable for chill-out settings, lounges, and relaxed social gatherings.

The Acid Lounge Goes West[2CD] captures the essence of early-2000s acid jazz and lounge music, appealing to fans of downtempo, chill-out, and sophisticated electronic jazz-fusion. The album provides a cohesive and engaging listening experience, blending style, rhythm, and melodic sophistication across its two discs.

Tracklist

CD1
1. Johnny Conquest - Nor' Easter (2:42)
2. Tim "Love" Lee - Sombre Hombre (4:32)
3. Hint - Quite Spectacular (5:16)
4. Tosca featuring Earl Zinger - Wonderful (2:59)
5. Sugarman - Dodge City (4:22)
6. Akasha - Mugwamp Mondo (6:37)
7. King Brillo - The Dub Cowboy (4:20)
8. John Miller - Popping Pills (3:08)
9. Blue States - Elois Therepia (4:21)
10. Method Man/Ad Man - Butch Accidy (3:11)
11. Pepe Deluxй - Black Cadillac (3:17)
12. 45 Dip - Vegas Vagrants (4:20)
13. Ursula Rucker - "7"[Dr Rockit Rekiss] (4:32)
14. 45 Dip - Jays Bar (4:35)
15. I Am Kloot - Loch (4:12)

CD2
1. Boozoo Bajou - Camioux (5:42)
2. Metanoia - Cosmic Cactus (5:04)
3. Revolvo - Guns (4:34)
4. 45 Dip - Plastic Jesus (3:26)
5. Mr. Electric Triangle - Is The 'erb Dope? (3:48)
6. Treva Whateva - Singalong (5:04)
7. Dzihan & Kamien - Stiff Jazz (5:49)
8. los chicharrons - Move Out Of The Way (4:38)
9. The Herbaliser - Battle Of Bongo Hill (4:57)
10. 45 Dip - Filthy Injun (6:53)
11. Mr. Scruff - Valley Of The Sausages (4:58)
12. Homelife - Fair-Weather View (4:48)
13. Fingathing - Haze (3:22)
14. Jimmy Buffett - Why Don't We Get Drunk (2:34)