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    HM Magazine #98/P.O.D.
    P.O.D. — Satellite cover

    P.O.D.

    Satellite

    (2002)

    Reviewed by Doug Van Pelt

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    Label Atlantic RecordsHM Magazine #98November/December 2002
    alternative metalnu metalrap metalreggae

    This double-disc re-issue features 3 ho-hum remixes on Disc 1, and a fabulous live DVD as Disc 2. The footage and sound is so brilliant that it looks like they brought in a crowd for the recording, as opposed to bringing in cameras and recording gear for a concert. The 5.1 Surround mix is loud and punching. Quite simply, a fabulous treat for P.O.D. fans.

    Editors' ratings — Doug 3/5, Lonny 3.5/5

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