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 | Title : World 2002
Author : Various Artists
Release Date : 20021008
Binding : Audio CD
Regular Price : $18.98
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Buyer Reviews :
I love these Narada sampler albums of New Age and World music because I discover so many new and interesting artists. 'World 2002' a compilation of World music is no exception. I discovered several artists whose work I would have had trouble finding if these samplers didn't present them. This album goes all over the globe, every continent except Australia (which is too bad, as they have some great World artists.)
In particular, the first cut on CD #1 by Mariza is a fine introduction to Fado, the traditional singing of Portugal. This was my first exposure to Fado, and I will be back for more, probably from Mariza's 'Fado em Mim' album, that's for sure.
I also really liked the cut 'Hulum' by Amal Murkus, a Palestinian singer. Sainkho Namtchylak, from the Tuva in Central Asia sings alluringly, with examples of what sounds like overtone singing here and there in 'Dance of the Eagles.' It's mysterious and exotic, but entirely listenable. It's one of my favorites on the set.
One disappointment; I did not think the cut by the well-known Ladysmith Black Mambazo was particularly good. I like this group (made famous by Paul Simon on his 'Graceland' album) but this cut did not do them justice. I found it somewhat flat and fragmented.
All in all, if you want an intro to World Music or a good sampler collection, this is an excellent 2-CD set. I can't wait to hear next year's collection.
(by Joanna Daneman)
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