# Bababox 2006 Review
Bababox 2006 represents an ambitious compilation effort from Babaorum Records, bringing together a diverse collection of electronic dance music talent for this expansive vinyl release. This 2006 compilation showcases the hard house and jumpstyle scenes that were gaining momentum in European dance music during the mid-2000s, capturing a snapshot of the electronic underground during a particularly creative period.
The album's structure is particularly noteworthy, featuring twelve original compositions each paired with alternative remixes from respected producers including DJ Greg C, Lobotomy.Inc, Binum, Oxley, DJ Seb.B, and Klap. This dual-mix approach gives listeners the opportunity to experience each track's core identity while exploring how different interpretive approaches can reshape the original material.
Standout tracks demonstrate the compilation's range and energy. "Return" opens the collection with solid momentum, while "Dump Girl" showcases the harder edge of the hard house aesthetic. "Chicken Duck's Fight" offers a more playful sensibility, its quirky title belying substantial production work, while "Europe" provides anthemic qualities that highlight the compilation's broader appeal. The aptly-titled "The Test" and "Static Faction" showcase the jumpstyle influence that permeates much of this collection, with rapid-fire breakbeats and energetic synth work.
This twelve-sided vinyl record represents substantial value for collectors interested in early-2000s European dance music. Whether approached as a deep-dive into the hard house and jumpstyle movements or simply as a showcase of creative electronic production, Bababox 2006 offers considerable listening material for enthusiasts seeking alternative perspectives on contemporary dance floor aesthetics.
