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Latin Music
editor, Elizabeth Mendez Berry © 2001, amazon.com and ncdn associates of amazon.com,bn,tower,cdnow
Home Page
PREVIOUS REVIEWS
POSTED 2 AUGUST 2001
"Azul"
Cristian
...order.
Groomed for fame from the age of 5, Mexican pop star Cristian is
the son of Mexican actress Veronica Castro. He's got good genes
and on his latest, "Azul," he lives up to his famous heritage.
"Union"
Puya
...order.
Puerto Rican metalheads Puya return with more of their electrified
salsa-rock hybrid, adding a slice of Spanglish social consciousness
to their groovy hard rock.
"Yo Por Ti"
Olga Tanon
...order.
The Madonna of merengue, Puerto Rican powerhouse Olga Tanon is
back with another fierce album. Known for her rich, soulful voice,
Tanon is one of the dance-floor queens who have elevated the
merengue to an emotionally expressive art form.
"Mas De Mi Alma"
Marco Antonio Solis
...order.
Michoacán native Marco Antonio Solis is one of the most
important figures in Latin music, and his latest collection, "Mas de
Mi Alma" continues to cement his reputation as a living legend of
Tejano and Mexican music. It's elegant, graceful, romantic music
that takes its cues from both traditional Mexican music and adult
pop.
LATIN MUSIC 101
"Best of Latin America: Change the Rules [IMPORT]"
Various Artists
...order.
This compilation is that rare beast: an excellent introduction to
the huge genre that is Latin American music. It's a general
collection in that it includes all the requisite rhythms: salsa,
son, cumbia, and tango. But the selections here are anything but
obvious--they're judicious and juicy. Beginning with Joe Arroyo's
excellent "La Noche" and including Estudiantina Invasora's mournful
son "La Tarde," this is a topnotch collection.
ROMANCE ON THE DANCE FLOOR
"Tango"
Carlos Saura
...order.
Carlos Saura's 1999 film "Tango" is a color-drenched ode to the
gorgeous Argentinian dance. Yes, there's a romantic storyline, but
this movie is really about movement: its passion, elegance, and
rhythm. A great introduction to how beautiful the tango can be.
"Tango Bar"
Jaurena
...order.
The tango is one of Latin America's most beloved rhythms. This
superior collection was created by Uruguayan bandoneon master Raul
Jaurena, and it features his own work with a tango group. They
perform standards composed by the likes of Carlos Gardel and Mariano
Mores as well as more modern, intelligently experimental tracks.
AFRO-PERUVIAN SOUL
"Soul of Black Peru"
Afro-Peruvian Classics
...order.
Though Peru is best known for its Incan heritage, it also has a
vibrant African population that produces some of the most beautiful,
supple songs on the continent. The strong compilation "Soul of Black
Peru" introduces outsiders to the mournful elegance of coastal
Peruvian rhythms.
"Susana Baca"
Susana Baca
...order.
One of the stars of the "Soul of Black Peru" compilation, Susana
Baca is also a leader of the modern Afro-Peruvian musical school.
Baca's luminous alto imbues these poetic classics with still more
shimmer. And the rhythms here are loaded with subtle longing. A
must-have.
FREE DIGITAL MUSIC
Mexican-American superstars Los Lobos can always be counted upon to
do something interesting. Their spacy, Latino-lounge collaboration "
Pepe and Irene" with Beastie Boy affiliate and wigged-out
keyboardist Money Mark is great, humorous, and funky. It's part of
"Red Hot + Latin: Silencio = Muerte," a great compilation for a
great cause. And Amazon.com has an exclusive free download of this
track. Download " Pepe and Irene" now.
...order.
Go to all Latin downloads
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/browse/-/469490/ncdn">...order.
POSTED 30 JUNE 2001
"Shades of Brown"
Los Mocosos
...order.
San Francisco-based Los Mocosos epitomize border-crossing musical
madness. Blending Latin and North American influences to great
effect, they incorporate ska, rock, and salsa elements with their
socially conscious Spanglicisms.
Read more
...order.
"Proxima Estacion: Esperanza"
Manu Chao
...order.
Ex-Mano Negra leader Manu Chao is back with his second excellent
solo album, once again fusing his Spanish and French influences into
a soulful stew. But this time, he's added strong doses of Caribbean
spice to the mix to create another eclectic delight.
Read more
...order.
"Le Modulor"
Moenia
...order.
Moenia are often called the Mexican Depeche Mode. With their latest
album, they continue to fuse electronic elements with pop vocals,
but here they take a darker approach than before.
Read more
...order.
"Entre Tangos y Mariachi"
Rocio Durcal
...order.
Spanish-born diva Rocio Durcal has made a career out of singing
Mexican music and has become one of Mexico's sweethearts in the
process. With this enchanting collection, she strays into
Argentinian territory, covering tangos as well as mariachi
standards.
Read more
...order.
SALSA SENSATION
"Intenso"
Gilberto Santa Rosancdn">...order.
...order.
CUBAN NUEVA TROVA
In the 1960s, a new school of Cuban songwriting emerged: it was
called the nueva trova, and it reinvigorated traditional Cuban
rhythms with politically charged and intensely personal lyrics. The
leaders of the movement, Silvio Rodriguez and Pablo Milanes, are
among the best songwriters Latin America has ever produced.
"Cancionero" is a great introduction to Milanes, and "Cuban
Classics: Canciones Urgentes" surveys Rodriguez's extensive career.
...order.
...order.
NEW ROUGH GUIDES
"The Rough Guide to Merengue & Bachata [IMPORT]"
...order.
Merengue and bachata, rhythms born in the Dominican Republic, are
surveyed on this excellent introductory collection, which features
songs by Dominican superstars. Merengue's country cousin, bachata,
gets equal billing, and the hypersynthesized merengue that dominates
dance floors is refreshingly absent.
Read more
...order.
"The Rough Guide to Samba [IMPORT]"
Various Artists
...order.
The samba's earthy energy is beautifully captured on this
collection. Samba, the music of Rio de Janeiro's legendary Carnaval,
is one of Brazil's rambunctious national rhythms.
Read more
...order.
ROUGH READING
"World Music: Latin & North America, Caribbean, India, Asia and
Pacific (Rough Guide Reference Series)"
Simon Broughton
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1858286360/ncdn">...order.
Fo
...order.
FREE DIGITAL MUSIC
Brazilian singer-songwriter Vinicius Cantuaria's luminous music has
a gentle elegance. "Agua Rasa," from his latest release, "Vinicius,"
floats and hangs in midair like a feather drifting gently on a light
breeze. Beautiful.
...order.
Download "Agua Rasa" now.
...order.
Go to all Latin downloads
...order.
editor, Elizabeth Mendez Berry © 2001, amazon.com and ncdn associates of amazon.com,bn,tower,cdnow
Home Page
PREVIOUS REVIEWS
POSTED 2 AUGUST 2001
"Azul"
Cristian
...order.
Groomed for fame from the age of 5, Mexican pop star Cristian is
the son of Mexican actress Veronica Castro. He's got good genes
and on his latest, "Azul," he lives up to his famous heritage.
"Union"
Puya
...order.
Puerto Rican metalheads Puya return with more of their electrified
salsa-rock hybrid, adding a slice of Spanglish social consciousness
to their groovy hard rock.
"Yo Por Ti"
Olga Tanon
...order.
The Madonna of merengue, Puerto Rican powerhouse Olga Tanon is
back with another fierce album. Known for her rich, soulful voice,
Tanon is one of the dance-floor queens who have elevated the
merengue to an emotionally expressive art form.
"Mas De Mi Alma"
Marco Antonio Solis
...order.
Michoacán native Marco Antonio Solis is one of the most
important figures in Latin music, and his latest collection, "Mas de
Mi Alma" continues to cement his reputation as a living legend of
Tejano and Mexican music. It's elegant, graceful, romantic music
that takes its cues from both traditional Mexican music and adult
pop.
LATIN MUSIC 101
"Best of Latin America: Change the Rules [IMPORT]"
Various Artists
...order.
This compilation is that rare beast: an excellent introduction to
the huge genre that is Latin American music. It's a general
collection in that it includes all the requisite rhythms: salsa,
son, cumbia, and tango. But the selections here are anything but
obvious--they're judicious and juicy. Beginning with Joe Arroyo's
excellent "La Noche" and including Estudiantina Invasora's mournful
son "La Tarde," this is a topnotch collection.
ROMANCE ON THE DANCE FLOOR
"Tango"
Carlos Saura
...order.
Carlos Saura's 1999 film "Tango" is a color-drenched ode to the
gorgeous Argentinian dance. Yes, there's a romantic storyline, but
this movie is really about movement: its passion, elegance, and
rhythm. A great introduction to how beautiful the tango can be.
"Tango Bar"
Jaurena
...order.
The tango is one of Latin America's most beloved rhythms. This
superior collection was created by Uruguayan bandoneon master Raul
Jaurena, and it features his own work with a tango group. They
perform standards composed by the likes of Carlos Gardel and Mariano
Mores as well as more modern, intelligently experimental tracks.
AFRO-PERUVIAN SOUL
"Soul of Black Peru"
Afro-Peruvian Classics
...order.
Though Peru is best known for its Incan heritage, it also has a
vibrant African population that produces some of the most beautiful,
supple songs on the continent. The strong compilation "Soul of Black
Peru" introduces outsiders to the mournful elegance of coastal
Peruvian rhythms.
"Susana Baca"
Susana Baca
...order.
One of the stars of the "Soul of Black Peru" compilation, Susana
Baca is also a leader of the modern Afro-Peruvian musical school.
Baca's luminous alto imbues these poetic classics with still more
shimmer. And the rhythms here are loaded with subtle longing. A
must-have.
FREE DIGITAL MUSIC
Mexican-American superstars Los Lobos can always be counted upon to
do something interesting. Their spacy, Latino-lounge collaboration "
Pepe and Irene" with Beastie Boy affiliate and wigged-out
keyboardist Money Mark is great, humorous, and funky. It's part of
"Red Hot + Latin: Silencio = Muerte," a great compilation for a
great cause. And Amazon.com has an exclusive free download of this
track. Download " Pepe and Irene" now.
...order.
Go to all Latin downloads
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/browse/-/469490/ncdn">...order.
POSTED 30 JUNE 2001
"Azul"
Cristian
...order.
Groomed for fame from the age of 5, Mexican pop star Cristian is
the son of Mexican actress Veronica Castro. He's got good genes
and on his latest, "Azul," he lives up to his famous heritage.
"Union"
Puya
...order.
Puerto Rican metalheads Puya return with more of their electrified
salsa-rock hybrid, adding a slice of Spanglish social consciousness
to their groovy hard rock.
"Yo Por Ti"
Olga Tanon
...order.
The Madonna of merengue, Puerto Rican powerhouse Olga Tanon is
back with another fierce album. Known for her rich, soulful voice,
Tanon is one of the dance-floor queens who have elevated the
merengue to an emotionally expressive art form.
"Mas De Mi Alma"
Marco Antonio Solis
...order.
Michoacán native Marco Antonio Solis is one of the most
important figures in Latin music, and his latest collection, "Mas de
Mi Alma" continues to cement his reputation as a living legend of
Tejano and Mexican music. It's elegant, graceful, romantic music
that takes its cues from both traditional Mexican music and adult
pop.
LATIN MUSIC 101
"Best of Latin America: Change the Rules [IMPORT]"
Various Artists
...order.
This compilation is that rare beast: an excellent introduction to
the huge genre that is Latin American music. It's a general
collection in that it includes all the requisite rhythms: salsa,
son, cumbia, and tango. But the selections here are anything but
obvious--they're judicious and juicy. Beginning with Joe Arroyo's
excellent "La Noche" and including Estudiantina Invasora's mournful
son "La Tarde," this is a topnotch collection.
ROMANCE ON THE DANCE FLOOR
"Tango"
Carlos Saura
...order.
Carlos Saura's 1999 film "Tango" is a color-drenched ode to the
gorgeous Argentinian dance. Yes, there's a romantic storyline, but
this movie is really about movement: its passion, elegance, and
rhythm. A great introduction to how beautiful the tango can be.
"Tango Bar"
Jaurena
...order.
The tango is one of Latin America's most beloved rhythms. This
superior collection was created by Uruguayan bandoneon master Raul
Jaurena, and it features his own work with a tango group. They
perform standards composed by the likes of Carlos Gardel and Mariano
Mores as well as more modern, intelligently experimental tracks.
AFRO-PERUVIAN SOUL
"Soul of Black Peru"
Afro-Peruvian Classics
...order.
Though Peru is best known for its Incan heritage, it also has a
vibrant African population that produces some of the most beautiful,
supple songs on the continent. The strong compilation "Soul of Black
Peru" introduces outsiders to the mournful elegance of coastal
Peruvian rhythms.
"Susana Baca"
Susana Baca
...order.
One of the stars of the "Soul of Black Peru" compilation, Susana
Baca is also a leader of the modern Afro-Peruvian musical school.
Baca's luminous alto imbues these poetic classics with still more
shimmer. And the rhythms here are loaded with subtle longing. A
must-have.
FREE DIGITAL MUSIC
Mexican-American superstars Los Lobos can always be counted upon to
do something interesting. Their spacy, Latino-lounge collaboration "
Pepe and Irene" with Beastie Boy affiliate and wigged-out
keyboardist Money Mark is great, humorous, and funky. It's part of
"Red Hot + Latin: Silencio = Muerte," a great compilation for a
great cause. And Amazon.com has an exclusive free download of this
track. Download " Pepe and Irene" now.
...order.
Go to all Latin downloads
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/tg/browse/-/469490/ncdn">...order.
POSTED 30 JUNE 2001
"Shades of Brown"
Los Mocosos
...order.
San Francisco-based Los Mocosos epitomize border-crossing musical
madness. Blending Latin and North American influences to great
effect, they incorporate ska, rock, and salsa elements with their
socially conscious Spanglicisms.
Read more
...order.
"Proxima Estacion: Esperanza"
Manu Chao
...order.
Ex-Mano Negra leader Manu Chao is back with his second excellent
solo album, once again fusing his Spanish and French influences into
a soulful stew. But this time, he's added strong doses of Caribbean
spice to the mix to create another eclectic delight.
Read more
...order.
"Le Modulor"
Moenia
...order.
Moenia are often called the Mexican Depeche Mode. With their latest
album, they continue to fuse electronic elements with pop vocals,
but here they take a darker approach than before.
Read more
...order.
"Entre Tangos y Mariachi"
Rocio Durcal
...order.
Spanish-born diva Rocio Durcal has made a career out of singing
Mexican music and has become one of Mexico's sweethearts in the
process. With this enchanting collection, she strays into
Argentinian territory, covering tangos as well as mariachi
standards.
Read more
...order.
SALSA SENSATION
"Intenso"
Gilberto Santa Rosancdn">...order.
...order.
CUBAN NUEVA TROVA
In the 1960s, a new school of Cuban songwriting emerged: it was
called the nueva trova, and it reinvigorated traditional Cuban
rhythms with politically charged and intensely personal lyrics. The
leaders of the movement, Silvio Rodriguez and Pablo Milanes, are
among the best songwriters Latin America has ever produced.
"Cancionero" is a great introduction to Milanes, and "Cuban
Classics: Canciones Urgentes" surveys Rodriguez's extensive career.
...order.
...order.
NEW ROUGH GUIDES
"The Rough Guide to Merengue & Bachata [IMPORT]"
...order.
Merengue and bachata, rhythms born in the Dominican Republic, are
surveyed on this excellent introductory collection, which features
songs by Dominican superstars. Merengue's country cousin, bachata,
gets equal billing, and the hypersynthesized merengue that dominates
dance floors is refreshingly absent.
Read more
...order.
"The Rough Guide to Samba [IMPORT]"
Various Artists
...order.
The samba's earthy energy is beautifully captured on this
collection. Samba, the music of Rio de Janeiro's legendary Carnaval,
is one of Brazil's rambunctious national rhythms.
Read more
...order.
ROUGH READING
"World Music: Latin & North America, Caribbean, India, Asia and
Pacific (Rough Guide Reference Series)"
Simon Broughton
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/1858286360/ncdn">...order.
Fo
...order.
FREE DIGITAL MUSIC
Brazilian singer-songwriter Vinicius Cantuaria's luminous music has
a gentle elegance. "Agua Rasa," from his latest release, "Vinicius,"
floats and hangs in midair like a feather drifting gently on a light
breeze. Beautiful.
...order.
Download "Agua Rasa" now.
...order.
Go to all Latin downloads
...order.
Editor, Elizabeth Mendez Berry excerpted are copyright © 2001 amazon.com & associate ncdn and CDnow, TowerRecords, Barnes & Nobel associates