2010-04-29
With its third release, Gotan Project continues to meld traditional Argentine sounds with modern electronics to create a dynamic sound. From the reading of excerpts of Argentine author Jules Cortazar's novel, Rayuela, (in the song of the same name), to the liberal use of the bandoneon (an accordion-like instrument), there is plenty of Argentine flavor to this disc. Highlights include "La Gloria", which features legendary Argentine football commentator Victor Hugo Morales mimicking his famous "Goooooooal!" proclamation, but instead, he shouts, "Goooootaaaaan!". (It's awesome...check it out!) Another highlight is the song "Rayuela" (Hopscotch), which features children counting out a little hopscotch rhyme. I've always liked Gotan Project, but this release culminates into the best work they've done so far. Rebecca RuthVARIOUS ARTISTS
Explorations
EASTERN BLOK
Folk Tales
CHICKENFAT KLEZMER ORCHESTRA
The Space Sessions
Ben Caplan
Birds With Broken Wings
Peter Cooper
Depot Light Songs Of Eric Taylor
PLAYING FOR CHANGE
Songs Around the World
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