A diverse range of sounds created by the harmony of African rhythms and jazz
This work, centered around Richard Bona, fuses jazz and world music. The flexible bass lines and sophisticated arrangements create a sense of unity that transcends genres. The breadth of expression is impressive.
African bassist Richard Bona reconstructs his musical roots in a jazz context with this ambitious album. The rhythm is light, and the interplay between the horn section and keyboard creates a rich groove. His vocals are warm and, together with the bassline, form the core of the song. Gil Goldstein's arrangements are meticulous, with beautiful spatial placement of each instrument, and the depth of the music grows with each listen. This is an album rich in international flavor, seamlessly blending cultural backgrounds.
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12 TRACKS:
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Invocation (A Prophecy)
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Bisso Baba (Always Together)
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Suninga (When Will I Ever See You?)
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Ekwa Mwato (Affirmation Of The Spirit)
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Sweet Mary (Everyone Has A Choice)
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Reverence (The Story Of A Miracle)
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Te Misea (A Scream To Save The Planet)
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Muntula Moto (The Benediction Of A New Life)
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Laka Mba (Plea For Forgiveness / With The Pride Of Lions)
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Ngad'a Ndutu (Widow's Dance / Celebration Of A New Life)
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Esoka (Trust Your Heart)
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12)
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Mbanga Kumba (Two Cities, One Train)
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