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South Pacific Islands
Putumayo Presents
South Pacific Islands
Genres: International Music, Pop
 
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Blessed with stunning natural beauty and unique cultures, the islands of the South Pacific have long symbolized paradise on Earth to outsiders. Of course, life is more complicated than travel brochures and Gauguin painting...  more »

     
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All Artists: Putumayo Presents
Title: South Pacific Islands
Members Wishing: 1
Total Copies: 0
Label: Putumayo World Music
Release Date: 11/23/2004
Genres: International Music, Pop
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Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPC: 790248023120

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Blessed with stunning natural beauty and unique cultures, the islands of the South Pacific have long symbolized paradise on Earth to outsiders. Of course, life is more complicated than travel brochures and Gauguin paintings would lead one to believe. The people of the South Pacific, like elsewhere, struggle with the impact of modernization and are fighting to revitalize and redefine their traditions before they disappear. Both Telek and O-shen come from Papua New Guinea, a tropical archipelago of dense rainforests and active volcanoes. Telek combines ancient Tolai traditions and contemporary Western music without compromising his native culture. O-shen, the son of American missionaries who was raised in a remote Papuan village, fuses traditional Pacific music with hip-hop and reggae. OK! Ryos and Gurejele are leading figures in New Caledonia?s Kaneka movement, a unique music that blends local polyphonic singing styles and traditional rhythms of the Kanak culture with pop and world beat flavors. Te Vaka, a New Zealand-based band with members from across Oceania, is creating a pan-Pacific pop music that incorporates elements from a variety of cultures into an appealing fusion. Fellow New Zealander Whirimako Black endeavors to bring Maori music, culture, and language to a broader audience. Finally, from far-off Rapa Nui, better known as Easter Island, comes Matato?a. Their native language is now spoken by less than 3000 people and is blended here with an upbeat, cross-cultural mix of music. This enhanced CD features an OK! Ryos music video filmed on the picturesque beaches of New Caledonia, as well as informative liner notes in English, Spanish, and French, striking Lonely Planet photographs and the recipe of a traditional South Pacific dish.

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CD Reviews

Highly recommended
E. Laway | Temecula, California United States | 03/23/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is probably one of the best Putumayo compilitions I have come across. The musicians are from differents islands but there seem to be a cohesion that you can sense and that is the beautifully woven melodies in the songs. I like all the artists and their songs, but I think the band Te Vaka is a stand up. The way they incorporated rhythm and melody back up with folksy, soft rock splash with island breeze is such a treat to listen to. I also like Whirimako Black. Wow! she has such a light, jazzy voice, just gorgeous to listen to. I will attempt to hunt down one of her CD's. So folks, if you're a Putumayo fan, this is difinite in your collection."
BUY THIS! BUY THIS NOW!
traveler | LaPorte, IN | 01/09/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)

"This is hands down my favorite Putumayo c.d. Coupled with their "Islands" c.d.this is all the authentic island music you will need. The selections are all excellent, no filler or anything to "out there". In the middle of a midwestern winter; this is just what you need!"
A musical mai tai
Amaranth | Northern California | 06/12/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)

"This CD has EVERYTHING--a great recipe,a music video AND of course,wonderful music.It's the musical equivalent of Trader Vic's.It's a mai tai of music.



Highlights-

1)Mana Ma'Ohi-A group from Easter Island (Rapa Nui).Yes,there is more to this island than the giant heads that now adorn tiki rooms everywhere.

2)Sei Ma Le Losa-A song in honor of Greenpeace's founder.Very beautiful.

3)Siasi-A joyous love song.If you look in the liner notes,the lead singer is as easy on the eyes as he is on the ears.

4)Co era so-This has a music video.Wonderful.

5)Watolea-A rousing tune.



Drink this music down!"