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Tito Paris

Acustico

Cubanismo

Greetings from Havana

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Review: After playing at the largest outdoor festival in Australia, the owner of AIM records, Peter Noble and musician Jesus Alemany began a discussion which led to the production of this album, a showcase of classic Cuban styles. A celebration of Cuban culture and life: music, romance, love, religion, history, humor, food, and DANCE! Sadly, because of the political standoff between the U.S. and Cuba, Cubanismo hasn’t been able to add to their 600 U.S. tours for almost 4 years. So until we have a political awakening, this c.d. will have to fill your void of live Cuban entertainment.

comments / tracks of interest:

#’s of tracks on back of album do not follow titles on cd. I made changes where I could, but not all tracks are accounted for.

#’s 2 and 6 stand out to me, but all are ready for a listen and a dance.

#8 is a romantic ballad, ranchera style.

Date:

5-25-07

Label: Rough Guide

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title:

Bellydance Cafe

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international

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Review: Raqs sharki (translating to ‘oriental dance’ as the Arabic term for bellydance) tells many stories of it’s origin through romantic legends of temple and court dancers. But ras sharki is performed at family gatherings, village squares, and Cairo nightclubs by both men and women. From Morocco, through the Mediterranean, to Afghanistan…to Bloomington, Indiana! J Musically, you’ll hear the sensuousness of dance in the complex compositions featured here at the Bellydance Café.

comments / tracks of interest:

#4: instrumental

#5: a hip-shaker

#6: Egyptian tablas

#8: alluring female vocals

#12: feature of an Egyptial pop sensation

#13: droning windophones

#17: more Egyptian tablas