allowing some solo space. The tense jittery bass lines, however, are the most distinctive thing about the rhythms, and according to the liner notes’ claims, give this popular dance music from the northern Columbian seacoast an edge found nowhere else. Both of these releases are nicely packaged and include a great deal of information about traditional music, work habits, cultural life, and recording scenes in each country. Details about the musicians are listed and only brief descriptions of what the lyrics address are given. The sound quality is good and both are musically interesting enough to reward continued listening.
— Tom Smith
Selections: 1) Puseletso Seema & Tau Ea Linare: “Thaba Tsepe”
2) Jimmy Pedrozo & Franklin Ariza (from Fiesta Vallenata):
