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"The Lion Roars: Live in America [LIVE]"
Hakim
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Known as the Lion of Egypt, singer Hakim is top cat in his Egyptian
musical pride, leading his 16-piece band through a maniacally paced
set of songs on "The Lion Roars"--an enhanced double disc recorded
live in early 2001.
"Spirit of Africa [Real World]"
Various Artists
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On "Spirit of Africa," a compilation CD from the Mercury Phoenix
Trust and Real World Records, musicians (including Maryam Mursal,
Youssou N'Dour, Hamid Baroudi, and more) from 11 African nations
contribute songs expressing hope and optimism to counter the
devastating toll of the AIDS crisis in Africa.
"Latin Spirits"
Poncho Sanchez
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California-based percussionist Poncho Sanchez is a Latin-jazz
superstar from the old school. Backed by a large ensemble, Sanchez
travels the New World in search of Latin sounds. On "Latin Spirits,"
he delivers danceable grooves for the head and the heart.
"Live at the Nordic Roots Festival"
Vasen
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Väsen take the ancient melodies and rhythms of their native
Sweden and goose them up with a canny mix of jazzy harmony and rock
& roll energy. On "Live at the Nordic Roots Festival," the crowd
shows its appreciation of the band's near-perfect synthesis of old
and new.
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HOLIDAY MUSIC CHOICES
"A Christmas Celtic Sojourn"
Various Artists
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There's nothing like the spirited, imaginative world of Celtic
music to conjure up the Yuletide season. Get a head start with "A
Christmas Celtic Sojourn," compiled by WGBH radio's Brian O'Donovan
and featuring such performers as Bonnie Rideout, Dordán, and
Maddy Prior.
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"The Reggae Box [BOX SET]"
Various Artists
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"American Roots Music [BOX SET]"
Various Artists
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"The Long Road to Freedom: An Anthology of Black Music [BOX SET]"
Various Artists
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DOWN-HOME ZYDECO
"Cajun & Zydeco [IMPORT]"
Various Artists
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"Down Home on Dog Hill"
Boozoo Chavis
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EMERGING ARTIST
"Guitarra del Fuego"
Johannes Linstead
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Canadian guitarist Johannes Linstead, one of the most exciting new
musicians to emerge from the nouveau flamenco movement, continues to
evolve on his third release, "Guitarra del Fuego." Linstead again
shows he's a guitarist/composer well suited to listeners who prefer
the lighter, sunnier side of new flamenco.
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"Fight to Win"
Femi Kuti
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For a long time, Femi Kuti has lived in the shadow of his father,
the late, great Fela Kuti. Femi's last album, "Shoki Shoki," served
notice that he was developing into a major force in his own right.
"Fight to Win" shows the man stepping into his maturity.
"Kala Rupa"
Greg Ellis
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Percussionist Greg Ellis is already known for his vibrant drumming
in the alternative world group Vas. He has also performed with
Mickey Hart and Billy Idol. On his solo effort "Kala Rupa," Ellis
generates beguiling drum tapestries filled with potent grooves and
melodic playing.
"Montgolfiere [IMPORT]"
Gianmaria Testa
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The Piedmont-born Italian singer-songwriter Gianmaria Testa is
finally beginning to gain recognition in North America. On
"Montgolfieres," he's crafted a tribute to the Montgolfier brothers,
who pioneered hot-air balloon flight in 1783. His songs open up into
lovely blue-sky vistas built around acoustic instruments and Testa's
smoky voice.
"Today"
Raul Malo
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Raul Malo's velvety tenor is warm and dirty in all the right ways.
As the frontman for the Mavericks, Malo's soulful croon has bent
round the blue notes of country and spread itself on top of the
polyrhythms of Latin roots music. "Today" offers a full-on
exploration of roots and rhythm.
EDITOR FAVORITES: EXCITING SOUNDS TO EXPLORE
"Psyco on Da Bus"
Psyco on Da Bus
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The meeting of musical minds on "Psyco on Da Bus" is all about the
groove, and Psyco's principal performers seek to cross-reference
rhythm-heavy styles with a distinctly jazzy approach. On top of
everything, they lay down singing, spoken word, and occasional vocal
harmonies.
"Somos Gitanos"
Gipsy Kings
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The Gipsy Kings popularized Latin guitar for a mass audience
without watering down the music's spirit. On "Somos Gitanos"--their
first studio album in four years--the group retains the fiery fervor
that has characterized their sound for well over a decade.
"Tanto Tempo Remixes"
Bebel Gilberto
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Bebel Gilberto appears to be the figurehead of 21st-century bossa
nova, so it's only fitting she should be the subject of one of the
biggest 21st-century trends, the remix. Her languid, sensual vocals
are still the cornerstone, but when the remixes are done as well as
this, they actually add to the original album.
NEW FROM SIX DEGREES: "ARABIAN TRAVELS"
"Six Degrees Collection: Arabian Travels"
Various Artists
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Six Degrees has issued a musical passport and ticket for "Arabian
Travels," part of its ongoing travel series. This new release mixes
traditional musical sources from the Middle East and North Africa
with sounds from contemporary dance culture.
NEW CUBAN RHYTHMS
"Viva Cuba Libre!"
Various Artists
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"A Buena Vista: Barrio De La Ha"
Soneros De Verdad
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"The Very Best of Cubanismo - Mucho Gusto"
Cubanismo
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More to explore: "The Rough Guide to Afro-Cuba"
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AWESOME REGGAE
"Exodus"
Bob Marley & Wailers
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"Dynasty"
Black Uhuru
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EMERGING ARTIST: LILA DOWNS
"Border [La Linea]"
Lila Downs
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A child of a Mixtec Indian mother and Anglo-American father, the
talented Lila Downs brings a fresh perspective from two cultural
worlds. On "Border," she explores--via 15 compositions (both
originals and covers)--the joys and sorrows experienced by Mexican
immigrants who cross the border for a better life only to experience
exploitation and racism in this country.
FREE MUSIC DOWNLOADS: RASA
On "Union," Rasa update traditional Sanskrit and Bengali chants and prayers and set them to sensual music. Download three of these wonders--" Samsara," " Kabe Habe Bolo," and " Govindam." Also check out songs from hundreds of other independent and major-label international artists.
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