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I bought this album many years back for the history of what Cuban music was and it didn't disappoint. I misplaced the cd so thought I'd buy another.... used, I knew I was taking a chance (New cds are too expensive) so what the heck, I'd give it a try.... waited til what I thought was a good quality cd, good value. Was not disappointed.
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With this recording, legendary shaman Ry Cooder introduced the world to a treasure of under-appreciated artists. He produced a statement so rich and sanguine that an instant classic was brought to the world. Effortlessly melding with this sampling of madre tierra soy de ti evocateurs, Ry Cooder trancends musicianship with characteristic sincerity. The sound is not out of this world, rather, it emanates from the essence life to seat todo del mundo, alongside any critical recording. Ibrahim Ferrer, Ruben Gonzalez and Omara Portuondo are the now obvious visibility beneficiaries however this pallet is chocked too full with virtuoso to stop there. This sugar cane husk pinyata contains an infantecimal aural yield. I would like to list every artist and recount every inflection of every note but that is for you to discover. If more inkling is needed to convince you of the nesecity of ingesting this masterpiece, you are, respectfully, in reticence. This has from 1997 forth, been a Getz-Gilberto-esque no-brainer. Through the musical documentary that is Buena Vista, Mr. Cooder managed to exponentially increase the prospects of a deserving music sect. Perhaps it takes a humble music genius to know a humble music genus.Read full review
This is a great CD, with an awesome book liner notes that tells the story of some of Cuba's greatest artists getting together. I can't understand any of the lyrics, and that doesn't matter. Music is a universal language. =) ...the lyrics are translated in the cool liner notes I mentioned earlier, if you wish. Thanks to Ry Cooder and all those involved. *****
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I am in love with this CD, this is great music and a must have for any lover of Spanish music. No dollar value can be place on this. From the first time someone played a song from this collection for me I decided at that very moment I must have the cd for myself. While listening to it I am transported to another play far away in time. I am so grateful I was introduced to this music.
Rich, beautiful, organic tracks that lend themselves to chilling out on the patio w/ a cold libation or soaking up rays by the pool. The historic Spanish & Caribe influence will peel off the stress of the work week and toss your cares to the four winds. This music makes me feel as if I'm in Havana, sipping a Papa Doble with Hemmingway himself. Who cares if anyone is watching? Dance my friend, for life is too short to waste!
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