El Gaucho Christoph H Muller, Eduardo Makaroff (Gotan Project), Melingo, Beytelmann NAÏVE | MM425011 | CD | 3760114250117
The ‘brave and exotic experiment’ (All Music Guide) of the Gotan Project continues with a thrilling new release from its two founding members. Sumptuous Latin lounge meets bold tango and brooding guitar on an album inspired by the romance and myth of the gauchos: cowboys and ranchmen of the Pampas. Sung by the legendary Daniel Melingo and interspersed with live field recordings from dusty rodeos, the music ventures further afield from the Gotan Project’s beloved tango to Milonga, Zamba and other gutsy rhythms that speak of a timeless – sometimes festive, sometimes austere – rural Argentina.This beautifully packaged disc includes a bonus CD-ROM with footage from the film El Gaucho, plus a pop-up scene of wranglers and horsemen in action that unfolds before your eyes as the cardboard case is opened! A must for Gotan Project fans.
Bollywood Party – Bhangra and More Daler Mehndi, Ashok Masti, Rajinder Raina ARC MUSIC | EUCD2258 | CD | 5019396225824
This vibrant, colourful collection of Bollywood dance music features the king of Punjabi pop, Daler Mehndi, who toured Australia in July 2009. Australia will soon be in the grips of Bollywood fever thanks to a slew of exciting Indian touring artists: The Merchants of Bollywood at the Melbourne Arts Centre, A.R. Rahman (of Slumdog Millionaire fame) at Sydney Festival, and even Ravi and Anoushka Shankar. These musical jewels traverse a variety of Indian styles from Bhangra to pop, boasting a star-studded lineup of the biggest names in Bollywood. Combining traditional and modern instruments, the tracks are bursting with infectious dance rhythms and lush, bewitching melodies. An excellent introduction to one of the world's most lively, kaleidoscopic genres.
Awalin (‘My Word’) Steve Shehan (percussion), Nabil Baly Othmani (oud) NAÏVE | NJ620211 | CD | 3298496202115
Master percussionist Steve Shehan is a member of the acclaimed Hadouk Trio and has performed with Bob Dylan, Paul McCartney, Paul Simon, Carla Bruni, and Rokia Traoré. Born in the United States of a Cherokee father and a French mother, this composer has led a most unusual career and music for him is a means for people to communicate, whatever their language, their culture and their religion. In collaboration with oud player and vocalist Nabil Baly Othmani (a Tuareg nomad), Shehan has crafted a shimmering vision quest of an album; a subtle and downtempo blend of oud, vocals and chilled percussion, ranging in style from Middle Eastern and African to shamanic and even electronic. Like French composer Armand Amar, Shehan employs a heady mix of exotic instruments, including duduk, banjo and angklung.
Home (feat. Asa) David Walters, Asa (vocals) NAÏVE | ND68549 | CD | 3298490685495
French/West Indian singer-songwriter David Walters has opened in concert for Lenny Kravitz, Tracy Chapman and Jamiroquai, a testament to his soulful style. Singing in English and French, Walters explores reggae, Latin and hip-hop influences with a mischievous smile and a tip of his hat! The title track of his new album, 'Home', features Nigerian songstress
Asa in a sunny pop duet bound to appeal to fans of Ben Harper and Manu Chao. Listen to the undeniably funky single, ‘Same Song’, on David’s myspace.
Little Richard CRR002 | CD | 8712155103995
Long Tall Sally, Keep A-Knockin’, Jenny, Jenny, Tutti Frutti, Send Me Some Lovin’, Lucille, The Girl Can’t Help It, Ready Teddy, Slippin’ And Slidin’ (Peepin’ And Hidin’), Rip It Up, All Around The World, I’m Just A Lonely Guy, Heeby-Jeebies, She’s Got It, Baby, All Mama’s Children, Perkins Wiggle, Your True Love, Movie Magg, Tennessee, Sure To Fall, Honky Tonk Gal, Gone, Gone, Gone, Forever Yours, I Care, Caldonia, Sweethearts Or Strangers, Y.O. U., You Can’t Make Love
Rock & Roll Music, Maybellene, Roll Over Beethoven, School Day, Brown-Eyed Handsome Man, Thirty Days, You Can’t Catch Me, Wee Wee Hours, Too Much Monkey Business, Havana Moon, No Money Down, Oh, Baby Doll, Blue Feeling, Berry Pickin’, Drifting Heart, Down Bound Train, La Juanda, Deep Feelin’, Together (We Will Always Be), Roly Poly, Johnny B. Goode*, Nadine (Is That You?)*, Sweet Little Sixteen*, Memphis, Tennessee*, Carol*, Reelin’ And Rockin’*
Bill Haley and his Comets CRR005 | CD | 8712155104053
(We’re Gonna) Rock Around The Clock; See You Later, Alligator; Shake, Rattle And Roll; Burn That Candle; Dim, Dim The Lights (I Want Some Atmosphere); Razzle-Dazzle; Thirteen Women (And Only One Man In Town); Mambo Rock; The Saints Rock‘n’Roll; Rip It Up; Don’t Knock The Rock; Choo Choo Ch’ Boogie; Rudy’s Rock; Teenager’s Mother (Are You Right?); Rockin’ Through The Rye; Hot Dog Buddy Buddy; R-O-C-K; Rock-A-Beatin’ Boogie; Two Hound Dogs; Birth Of The Boogie; A.B.C. Boogie; Blue Comet Blues; Calling All Comets; Goofi n’ Around; Hide And Seek; Hey Then, There Now; Forty Cups Of Coffee; (You Hit The Wrong Note) Billy Goat; Crazy Man, Crazy; Rock The Joint
Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On; Great Balls Of Fire; Breathless; High School Confi dential; Break Up; What’d I Say; Sweet Little Sixteen; I Forgot To Remember To Forget; Johnny B. Goode; Money; Ubangi Stomp; I Love You Because; Don’t Be Cruel; Good Rockin’ Tonight; Be-Bop-A-Lula; Matchbox; Lovin’ Up A Storm; Ooby Dooby; Rock ‘n’ Roll Ruby; Friday Night; Big Blon’ Baby; Good Golly, Miss Molly; Hound Dog; Pink Pedal Pushers; Livin’ Lovin’ Wreck; Pumpin’ Piano Rock; Down The Line; End Of The Road; All Night Long; Wild One
The Great Pretender; Only You (And You Alone); (You’ve Got) The Magic Touch; My Prayer; I’m Sorry; He’s Mine; My Dream; Only Because; Heaven On Earth; Winner Take All; On My Word Of Honour; It Isn’t Right; One In A Million; I’m Just A Dancing Partner; I Wanna; Bewitched, Bothered And Bewildered; The Mystery Of You; Helpless; Indiff’rent; No Power On Earth; You’ll Never Never Know; The Glory Of Love; I Give You My Word; Remember When; At Your Beck And Call; Have Mercy; Bark, Battle And Ball; Someone To Watch Over Me
Trova Marta Topferova (vocals, guitar) WORLD VILLAGE | CD
Marta Topferova has never been easy to categorise—and that’s just how she likes it. Born in the Czech Republic and now living in New York, her music is rooted in the myriad sounds and styles of Latin America and the Caribbean. An unusual path, perhaps, but one that she’s come by honestly and with great affection and devotion.
Described by the BBC as “a leading light of the nueva canción movement,” Topferova’s blend of folk and jazz is conveyed through her silky hypnotic vocals and her crisp cuatro and guitar playing. Now Trova, Topferova’s new release on World Village, marks yet another revelation from this vocalist who, as The New York Times noted, ‘sings with an elegant longing in her voice’.
A Family Christmas Johhny Bregar, Martin Sexton, Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Deana Carter, Kate Rusby, The Christmas Jug Band PUT295 | CD | 790248029528
Santa Claus is Coming To Town, Holly Jolly Christmas, Is Zat You Santa Claus, Let It Snow, Winter Wonderland, Sleigh Ride, Jolly Old St Nick, Frost The Snowman
Few things evoke more holiday spirit than festive Christmas songs. On A Family Christmas, Putumayo offers a collection of yuletide favourites by a fascinating array of artists that every family is sure to enjoy while trimming the tree or sharing a holiday dinner.
A CD collection featuring a captivating mix of songs by contemporary artists from across Spain, showcasing the country’s diverse yet accessible music styles. The modern music of Spain is a fascinating blend of old and new, reflecting centuries of tradition, diverse regional cultures and international influences. España spotlights a broad cross-section of music, from Spain’s best-known genre, flamenco, to Barcelona’s mestizo (mixed) movement, which incorporates fusions of pop, rock, jazz, reggae, rumba, flamenco and more. The featured songs were selected from hundreds of albums collected during several scouting trips to Spain by Putumayo’s A&R team. España also features the work of renowned photographer Peter Adams and a recipe by famed Basque chef Eva Arguinaño. A portion of Putumayo’s proceeds will be donated to Intermón Oxfam, the Spanish branch of Oxfam International, which supports the empowerment of fair trade artisans and farmers worldwide.
Jazz with a global twist! Jazz Around The World presents original songs and standards performed by musicians from 10 countries: New Zealand, Mali, Canada, Cuba, Cameroon, Mexico and more. Putumayo’s third jazz collection follows the bestsellers Women of Jazz (PUT284) and Latin Jazz (PUT265). The ‘Around the World’ series has sold over 1 million CDs worldwide.
An irresistible combination of coffee, cream, big band swing, and jazz for a laid-back afternoon. Featuring some of the biggest names in jazz including Ella Fitzgerald with ‘Black Coffee’, Stephane Grappelli with ‘You’re The Cream In My Coffee’ and Nat King Cole with ‘The Frim Fram Sauce’.
El Gaucho
Bollywood Party – Bhangra and More
Awalin (‘My Word’)
