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 Anne and Jaz have noticed it, and after studying Egyptian instruments and their scales, they send us a sunny and supersonic postcard: one of the best outcomes of the current taste for cross-fertilization.

 To go to Cairo, you don’t need to be rich. There, happiness costs half as much: a small backsheesh and you make a friend for life.

Anne Dudley and Jaz Coleman’s album captures the vibrant spirit of Cairo through a masterful blend of Egyptian instruments and catchy melodies. Recorded partly in the pyramids, it offers a unique cross-cultural music experience with lively rhythms and warm regional inflections. The album balances melancholy with spirited tracks full of irony and charm. With just forty minutes, repeated listening is encouraged to fully appreciate its rich textures and joyful energy. Dive into 'Songs from the Victorious City' and experience the vibrant fusion of Cairo’s musical soul by Anne Dudley and Jaz Coleman today!

 The seams of this musical Frankenstein are hidden, and each member retains their original prerogatives intact.

 In this imagined planet, one of many in the galaxy of world trance, I feel foreign, displaced, but more human.

Afro Celt Sound System's debut album is a captivating fusion of African and Celtic musical traditions. The review highlights the seamless blend of instruments and rhythms resulting in a vibrant and engaging world trance experience. Each cultural element retains its uniqueness, creating a harmonious and humanizing sound. The album balances nostalgic and lively moods, inviting listeners into a global musical celebration. Listen to Afro Celt Sound System's Volume 1 and experience the vibrant fusion of African and Celtic music!

 Kaddish is a dazzling carnival of techno, heavy metal, ambient, (exquisite) African rhythms...

 The suffering of strangers generates indifference: the words incomprehensible, the pain indifferent.

Towering Inferno's 'Kaddish' is a bold and eclectic album that channels the tragedy of the Holocaust with a complex mixture of musical styles. The work excels in its ambitious range but struggles with coherence due to its kaleidoscopic diversity. Despite impressive production and moments of brilliance, the album sometimes feels overloaded and distant emotionally. It remains a noteworthy avant-garde statement, though it may leave listeners wishing for a clearer focus. Dive into the complex soundscape of Kaddish and explore this powerful avant-garde tribute to history’s darkest moments.