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Al-Andalus, Tarik & Julia Banzi
Genetic Memories
Genres: Dance & Electronic, Folk, International Music, Jazz, Pop

Track Listings (11) - Disc #1
1. Secrets - Andalus, Banzi, Julia
2. Marrakesh - Andalus, Banzi, Tarik
3. Katrinile - Andalus, Krishnamurthy, Kalk
4. Echos - Andalus, Banzi, Tarik
5. Chiaroscuro - Andalus, Banzi, Julia
6. Yo M'Enamori - Andalus, Traditional
7. Portrait of Zahra - Andalus, Banzi, Tarik
8. Afgano - Andalus, Traditional
9. Absence - Andalus, Al-Turtushi, Abu Ba
10. Inherited Messenger - Andalus, Banzi, Tarik
11. Ancestors - Andalus, Banzi, Julia

CD Details

All Artists: Al-Andalus, Tarik & Julia Banzi
Title: Genetic Memories
Members Wishing: 1
Total Copies: 0
Label: Al-Andalus Prod.
Original Release Date: 12/13/1999
Release Date: 12/13/1999
Genres: Dance & Electronic, Folk, International Music, Jazz, Pop
Styles: World Dance, Traditional Folk, Europe, Continental Europe, Middle East, Arabic, India & Pakistan, India
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 616713191937

Synopsis

Album Description

Genetic Memories is a program which features the music, dance & poetry of Spanish, Arabic, Ladino (Sephardic Jewish) & S. Indian cultures with new contemporary compositions. A distinctive ensemble sound that straddles continents in its cultural voice and centuries in its array of techniques. Classical Arabic, African, S. Indian, Jazz & progressive pop & electronic music are all identifiable source points for the music, shadowed by the dark and persistent beauty and rhythmic surges of Spains traditional flamenco music & dance. Graceful Sephardic Opulent Arabic Timeless Ney Serene Vocals Dark Oud Entwined Morocco Subtle Percussion Colorful Spain Intense Flamenco Rare Guitar Past Piano Present Jazz Haunting Carnatic Colorful North Africa Transports Listners Unplugged International Sublime

CD Reviews

Genetic Memories speaks to us all, now and in the present!

John Phillips | New York | 11/08/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"More than any other group I have ever seen, Al- Andalus in its album Genetic Memories speaks to the present. In these difficult times of world strife, Al-Andalus searches and finds a peaceful path that combines artistry with tradition and creates something truly moving and beautiful. I first heard them on the car radio and I was so moved by the piece Afgano that I wept. Later I heard "Yo M'Enamori" and I felt myself moved to another time and place. Its so encourging to know that there are artists out their to heal and both ask and answer questions that are almost impossible to verbalize with words. I guess thats what music is for. Support beauty in the world, get this album, you won't regret it!"

Beautiful, like Moorish architecture

thoughtful10 | Seattle | 07/08/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"Reviewer: A music fan from Seattle I have been to at least three of your concerts in the NW. Genetic Memories is my favorite album. I am particularly impressed with the way the rich arrangements bring together the instruments so well combined that they intertwine without piling up on each other. Each song stands complete by itself, but works in harmony with the others to create a very powerful, balanced experience. Very much like Moorish architecture! Your live performances achieve as much and more. We look forward to hearing the latest albums!!!"

Beautiful like Moorish architecture!

thoughtful10 | Seattle | 07/08/2001

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I have been to at least three of your concerts in the NW. Genetic Memories is my favorite album. I am particularly impressed with the way the rich arrangements bring together the instruments so well combined that they intertwine without piling up on each other. Each song stands complete by itself, but works in harmony with the others to create a very powerful, balanced experience. Very much like Moorish architecture! Your live performances achieve as much and more. We look forward to hearing the latest albums!!!"