Jocelyn Pook has created a disc of music both beautiful to listen to and fascinating to think about.
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Music Review: Etran Finatawa – ‘The Sahara Sessions’
You may not understand the lyrics but you can still appreciate the passion and the sound of this inspirational music.
Read More »Music Review: Various Artists – ‘Roll and Go: Chanteys and Sailor Songs From Grenada’
A fascinating collection of songs which gives a glimpse into a way of life possibly dating back to colonial times.
Read More »Music Review: Various Performers – “The Rough Guide To Flamenco”
No matter how you play flamenco, there's still something wild and untamed about it which will get your heart beating and your pulse racing.
Read More »Music Review: Julio Botti – ‘Tango Nostalgias’
Julio Botti plays new tango with Pablo Ziegler, exciting music that makes up an outstanding album.
Read More »Music Review: Roger Davidson – “Journey to Rio”
Roger Davidson takes listeners on a "Journey to Rio" in his latest album.
Read More »Music Review: Global Noize – “Sly Reimagined”
Global Noize puts a contemporary spin on the music of Sly and the Family Stone, alive with the excitement of innovation.
Read More »Music Review: Indie Round-Up – Paper Bird, Bethesda, Jerry Castle
Paper Bird's unusual sound mixes Afro-pop, Andrews Sisters harmonies, unexpected rhythms, and psychedelia.
Read More »Music Review: Béla Mavrák & The Stars of Buena Vista – ‘Un Sopio En El Aire’
This experiment in mixing musical cultures feels overly restrained.
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