Dimanche a Bamako [German Import]

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Binding: Audio CD EAN: 0825646226023 Format: Import Label: Wea Manufacturer: Wea Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Wea Release Date: 2005-04-18 Studio: Wea
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Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Magnifique - Absolument! Comment: I cannot really describe myself as a World Music fan - lack of time principally: there is a 'world of music out there after all. And, I admit it: I thought I was on to a winner here given Manu Chao's involvement. Just occasionally, you know a record's going to knock you dead ten seconds into track 1. This is one of those records. Yes, Manu Chao's influnce is evident throughout but the stars of the show are Amadou and Mariam. From start to finish, across a wide variety of textures, colour and tempo the sheer vibrance and exhuberance never lets up. Mariam in particular, has a voice to die for. On the final track,(M' Bifé Blues') her repetition of the central motif, 'Je t'aime jusqu'à la mort' - dignified, unsentimental, matter of fact yet loaded with emotion sticks a lump in the listener's throat, the size of a Granny Smith. I'm off now to order some more stuff by this magnificent duo. Customer Rating: Summary: Incredibly enjoyable Comment: This CD is so very enjoyable. I own some other music from Mali - Salif Keita, Toumani Diabate -, but I had never heard Amadou and Mariam, which is I guess more "poppy". I bought it on the basis of the reviews here, and I am so very glad I did. It's one of those CDs that make you happy the moment you start playing. I am not a massive fan of Manu Chao, but his contributions actually fit in pretty well here, I find. I can't really imagine someone not liking any of the songs on this one... I tihnk my favourite track is the instrumental M'Bife Balafon, it's addictive and I play it on loop. Customer Rating: Summary: Simply stunning Comment: This is simply one of the most joyous albums I own, and I have over 3,000! The mood starts out mellow and lifts higher and higher. If you're not dancing around the room by track 3, you probably need anti-depressants. This is music anyone can enjoy, not just those beardy World Music aficionados. You shouldn't hesitate. Really. Customer Rating: Summary: you've been manu chao'd Comment: If you like Manu Chao, you'll love this. If you want to here Amadou and Mariam, try an earlier album. Manu Chao's inisistent urban rhythms take something away from this fine duo. It's not bad, but you can find better Customer Rating: Summary: beautiful tunes Comment: I stumbled upon this album by chance and had never heard of this couple but am wowed by their sound - what a gorgeous album - even my young children love it! This is totally enchanting and i think you should buy it! More Reviews