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For hot guitar sounds,
try the
New
Flamenco section featuring more great players and amazing
collections - Lila Downs, Jesse Cook, Oscar Lopez, Chuscales, plus Gypsy
Passion, Gypsy Soul, Viva Flamenco, and more!
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LA
CANTINA by Lila Downs
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Lila
focuses intently on the rich and familiar repertoire of Mexico’s
beloved ranchera songs.
Rancheras are ballads usually tackling heartbreak, loneliness, love and
longing – songs typically sung in local cantinas throughout Mexico.
Rounding out the sounds on the record is five-time Grammy winner Flaco
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ONE BLOOD /
UNA SANGRE
by Lila Downs
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This
long-awaited new album weaves the hearts of her ancestral cultures
in songs from both Mexico's Hispanic and native Indian traditions,
as well as songs sung in English, with fresh rhythmic arrangements
framing her remarkable voice. |
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LA SEMILLA
ESCONDIDA
by Sergent Garcia on
Shakti
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With three
albums that exude the festive sensuality of a global citizen,
Sergent Garcia has become the French ambassador of sunny beats.
Sergent Garcia’s music — a complete opposite of the bourgeois
character of Zorro’s sidekick whose name he borrowed — is spicy,
resonant, and an apt and fresh mix of the best Jamaican and Cuban
beats. Never before have reggae, salsa, son, cha cha, ska, rumba,
and ragga been so harmoniously combined on the same album. |
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MY DESTINY
by Oscar Lopez
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Oscar Lopez’s Latin guitar groove has made him
a stand-out on the world music scene. He captures the sound and feel of his live performances with an
intimate, acoustic set on MY DESTINY. Guitar, bass, and a wide array of
percussion sizzle together on tunes brimming with emotion and brilliant
artistry.
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NHA MUNDO
Maria de Barros
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On this extraordinary
debut album, Maria de Barros gives traditional Cabo Verdean music
a sensuous, effervescently fresh interpretation, with plaintive
mornas, coladeiras, and rhythmic, upbeat boleros and sambas
drenched as deeply by her rich, soulful voice as her islands are
by the sun and sea. |
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LIFE AFTER THAT Airto
Moreira
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LIFE AFTER THAT is an
adventure into Airto’s signature brand of Brazilian-inspired grooves.
Unbelievably complex rhythms and a wild array of percussion, voice and
other instruments make LIFE AFTER THAT an amazing testament to his
endless genius. |
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ENCANTAMENTO Mafalda Arnauth
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Mafalda Arnauth has established herself as one of the Portuguese Fado’s
greatest young voices and interpreters. She not only
interprets classics with a voice of rare depth – and a spirituality that
calls for silence all around – but also refreshes Fado itself with a
splendor of fine original repertoire. |
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NOMAD Jesse Cook
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The
highly-anticipated new album from this guitar sensation!
Seamlessly fusing flamenco guitar with the sounds of the Middle
East, the Subcontinent, and beyond, Cook creates an epic album
that may be hailed as his best and most personal to date. |
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LA
SANDUNGA Lila Downs
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LA SANDUNGA is Lila’s extraordinary debut album, which she released
independently in 1997. Featuring interpretations of Oaxacan traditional
songs, boleros, and rancheras, as well as her own compositions, this first
expression of her very original vision evokes a rich past while at the
same time ushering a vibrant new contemporary voice onto the world stage. |
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NEW LATIN XPRESS
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This is a
new era of Latin music; a time of incredible creativity flowing
from the streets and studios of Mexico City, Buenos Aires, New
York, Los Angeles, Paris, Havana, São Paulo, and Barcelona. The
sounds are progressive hybrids of hip hop, rock, reggae, dance,
house, electronica, ska, and roots — all in a distinct Latin
idiom. These artists cut through the stereotypical with vibrant
new explorations in music. |
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MAÑANA
by Willie & Lobo
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From
dreamy days on Mexican and Hawaiian beaches, to a seductive
flamenco dance in the hills of Sacromonte, and a faraway Arabian
caravan, Willie and Lobo invite us to experience the world around
us through the sounds of their Gypsy violin and guitar.
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Flashback, The Best of Oscar Lopez
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2002 Juno Award Winner for Best
Instrumental Album (ARMANDO'S FIRE), Latin guitarist Oscar Lopez pauses to
reflect on his astonishing career on FLASHBACK. He dazzles the ear and
touches the heart with his stunning technique and soulful intensity with a
passionate collection of tunes from many of his top-selling albums.
Includes a preview track from his new album coming in 2003! |
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SPEAK
NO EVIL by Flora Purim
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Long
reign the queen of Brazilian jazz! Flora Purim's voice, as
seductive and playful as ever, lends that special Brazilian flair
to tunes by Cole Porter, George & Ira Gershwin, Wayne Shorter, and
others, backed by a wicked percussion section leady by the
legendary Airto Moreira. |
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Flora
Purim Sings Milton Nascimento
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A
sultry and enticing album featuring many of Nascimento’s most evocative songs hand-selected by Purim. Together with guest performances by George Duke, Airto Moreira, and many others, Purim’s performance is a brilliant tribute to one of her long-time friends, collaborators, and inspirations.
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Perpetual
Emotion by Flora Purim
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The queen of Brazilian jazz, Flora Purim
steps out on her Narada Jazz debut. Purim's sensuous voice adds
spontaneity and fire to percussive originals, Brazilian jazz, and
classic songs by Chick Corea, McCoy Tyner, and Ira Gershwin & Kurt
Weill. |
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A
Buena Vista:
Barrio de la Habana
by Soneros de Verdad
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Vibrant music from the Havana quarter,
Buena Vista, has earned unprecedented international acclaim. With
a stellar gathering of Cuban musicians from the famed Havana barrio and
alums from the Afro Cuban All Stars, A BUENA VISTA continues the
celebration of the rich son and bolero Cuban music
traditions. |
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PEPICITO REYES
by Pepicito Reyes
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A stunning
solo debut album from the master of the Cuban piano, Pepesito
Reyes introduces a brilliant collection of danzón — the elegant
dance music which swept the 1920s Cuban music scene from Havana to
New York. |
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BORDER
by Lila Downs
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Transformed by the lyrics she sings, Downs penetrates the soul and
the mind as she retells the often bittersweet stories of her
ancestors and homeland. She is an artistic phenomenon to be
experienced, a world music diva in the making. |
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TREE OF LIFE by Lila Downs
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Lila Downs is an artist who reflects
through her music the most personal and deep side of the Mexican and
Mixtec traditions. Her intense performances and provocative lyrics
have captivated audiences around the world and made her a legend
in her native Mexico. |
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Tortilla
Soup, The Soundtrack
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The feature film soundtrack sizzles with hot Latin and world music flavors including a previously
unreleased track from diva
Lila
Downs.
CD includes
9 recipes featured in the movie, by renowned chefs of Border Grill and
Ciudad, Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger! |
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Armando's
Fire by Oscar Lopez
2002
JUNO
AWARD Best Instrumental Album
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Great
talent cannot be contained. So it is with Oscar Lopez - he is
nonstop, relentless and impossible to resist. How Lopez performs
is how he feels about the music. "I know a lot of people use
the word, but passion is what I feel when I play.
Everything is in the heat of the moment." |
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SEDUCTION
by Oscar Lopez
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Known
for his dazzling guitar prowess, three-time Juno nominee and one-time
Juno winner Oscar Lopez showcases
his enticing Latin guitar and alluring compositions. Amazing artistry
and pure excitement! Feel the passion! |
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HEAT
by
Oscar Lopez
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An
album of excitement, passion, energy - HEAT! |
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SIETE
by Willie and Lobo
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Vista Villa is where SIETE all
began. Willie and Lobo recorded their new album at this very
special location, overlooking La Cruz near Puerto Vallarta,
Mexico. Long-time residents of the area, Willie and Lobo draw
inspiration from its incredible surf. |
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Live in
Concert by Willie and Lobo
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Gypsy
flamenco duo Willie and Lobo's energizing live performances have won
them scores of fans worldwide. Experience first-hand their
infectious fusion of sounds from Spain to Mexico with LIVE IN CONCERT,
featuring many of their most popular songs. |
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CUBA L.A.
by Cuba L.A.sm
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Classic
melody and driving beat, exciting instrumentals by top Cuban players
living in Los Angeles - esplendido!
Cuba
L.A. - featuring Danilo Lozano, Carlos Puerto, Harry Kim, Orestes Vilato,
Luis Conte and other top Cuban players - is taking the music scene
by storm. |
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CUBAN
NIGHTS by Various Artists
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The dance music of Cuba today! This
spectacular collection of cutting-edge dance bands comes straight from
the streets of Cuba. Featuring Bamboleo, Rolo Martinez, Maraca and
Laito. |
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DOS by Cuba L.A.sm
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DOS, Cuba L.A.'s
second album, captures the excitement and thrill of a spicy blend
of classic Cuban songs and Latin jazz tunes in a live studio
recording - it's Afro-Cuban, Latin jazz and hot dance music
...it's Cuba L.A.! The closest interpretation of jam session
in Spanish is descarga. Whatever the translation, descarga
is exactly how Cuba L.A. comes together to create the music on DOS. |
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DUENDE
by
José Luis Encinas
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New
flamenco prowess and contagious melodies from Spain’s talented Encinas.
The spirit in which music becomes magic - an album of substance for
Spanish guitar sophisticates. |
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Guitarra Romantica
by José Luis Encinas
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GUITARRA ROMÁNTICA features his most romantic melodies, backed by
acoustic and ambient instrumention. His artistry beautifully
expresses the deep emotions of love and passion - his guitar
becomes their voice on GUITARRA ROMÁNTICA. |
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Midnight
in Madrid
The Pulse of New Flamenco by Chuscales
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Chuscales' long-awaited new album comes
alive with the rich flamenco tradition and the lush sounds and spirit of
Spain's diverse cultural center. His debut album,
ENCUENTROS
DEL ALMA (Soul Encounters) and contributions to Narada's popular
flamenco flamenco collections have exposed listeners to Chusco's vibrant
musical heritage and stunning guitar virtuosity. |
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ENCUENTROS
DEL ALMA (SOUL ENCOUNTERS)
by Chuscales
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From
Granada, Spain, Chuscales was raised in the flamenco tradition. A guitar
master in his own right, Chuscales joins forces with new flamenco
pioneer Ottmar Liebert as producer. This outstanding recording deftly
bridges traditional and new flamenco styles. |
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Rey de
la Rumba
(King of the Rumba) by Peret
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As one of Spain's most popular and
innovative artists, Peret made rumba a national sensation in the '70s
and has continued to keep the genre alive with his unforgettable
performances and hit records. Peret performs with some of the
hottest acts today including Sergent Garcia and David Byrne. |
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LORCA
by Enrique Morente
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Spain’s
premier flamenco vocalist Morente performs the immensely popular poetry
of Federico Garcia Lorca. A ground breaking performance, rich in
cultural tradition, by an acclaimed world music master. |
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LA MUSICA DE BALDEMAR HUERTA
by Freddy Fender
Grammy
Winner! Best Latin Pop Album!!!
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On LA
MUSICA DE BALDEMAR HUERTA, Fender re-visits songs from his youth
heard in his Rio Grande valley hometown of San Benito, Texas -
Tejano, conjunto, and rambunctious Tex-Mex which formed the
basis for Fender's amazing career. |
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Sleepytown
by Flaco Jimenez
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his most
accessible album yet of Tex-Mex infused Americana with burnin'
accordion riffs and guest performances by Dwight Yoakam, Buck
Owens, and Lee Roy Parnell. |
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Navidad
Cubana by Cuba L.A.
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Traditional carols are infused with the
rhythms and musical heritage of Cuba. Chachachá, rumba,
and comparsa add a special vibrance and energy to the melodies
that is undeniably tropical and danceable.
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LATINO
CHRISTMAS
by Narada Artists
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Featuring
Cuba LA, Oscar Lopez, Chuscales
and Nando Lauria
Christmas favorites interpreted in hot Latin
styles, spicing up the season with festive interpretations and authentic
rhythms. Deck the Halls, chachachá! |
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