2004-11-23
Such brilliant harmonic and rhythmic stylings from this, Rokia Traore’s third release. Bowmboi turns Malian folk melodies and traditional instruments on its head with classical string arrangements from the likes of Kronos Quartet and modern lyricism. Traore, 30, is a daughter of a diplomat and spent her childhood moving about and as such, had difficulty forming lasting friendships. She turned to music, started her career in France, but later returned to her native Mali to polish her craft and sift some West African earth. (steLLa)
Salsa Celtica
El Agua De La Vida
BLACKMORE’S NIGHT
The Village Lanterne
JOHN BROWN'S BODY
Amplify
YOUSSOU N'DOUR
Rokka Mi Rokka (Give and Take)
FORRO IN THE DARK
Bonfires of Sao Joao
Tiny Tim with Brave Combo
Girl
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