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 | Title : Evangeline Made: A Tribute to Cajun Music
Author : Various Artists
Release Date : 20020305
Binding : Audio CD
Regular Price : $16.98
Amazon.com Price : $13.25
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Editorial Reviews :
Cajun music might not need a tribute--after all, it has held its own and remained popular for a very long time now--but the music on this disc is glittering enough to shine in any company. Ann Savoy (the grande dame of Cajun music who assembled this project) and Linda Ronstadt pair up to gorgeous effect on two songs, Richard Thompson offers his own particular edgy style to 'Les Flammes d'Enfer,' Nick Lowe sounds convincingly Arcadian on 'Arrette Pas la Musique,' and Maria McKee brings a transparent soulfulness to her contributions. Surprisingly, however, no one tackles the Cajun anthem, 'Jolie Blonde.' There are plenty of other big names in the collection, with former Creedence Clearwater Revival frontman John Fogerty standing out on the classic 'Diggy Diggy Lo'--but then his former band always featured the bayou influence. Ironically, however, it's the two instrumental cuts by the anonymous band of Cajun all-star musicians that come across best, showing that even when the stars come out to play, there's never a complete substitute for authenticity. These American roots are strong indeed.
Buyer Reviews :
I have never written a review at Amazon and this may be my only one. The reason I am writing it is my deep appreciation to Ann Savoy for putting this work together.
I fell in love with this CD from the moment it started playing and I haven't taken it out of the player yet. All of the tracks are outstanding and the total work is masterfully done. If you are a fan of Cajun music or if you are just looking for an introduction, you can do no better than this selection.
This is honestly the best CD I have bought, ever. I can't recommend it high enough.
Jim Bessman said it best:
'Cajun music comes from the heart. And then it goes straight to the heart - the heart of the listener.'
For a good comprehensive overview of the CD please read Erik's review.
(by cksa1a)
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