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Nostalgie
Tama
Nostalgie
Genres: International Music, Pop
 
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At the core of this group is Malian singer Tom Diakite. He sings in the Peul and Bambara languages of the Wassoulou region, his voice rising from quiet tenderness to vigorous urgency over the funky bass tones of his ngoni ...  more »

     
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All Artists: Tama
Title: Nostalgie
Members Wishing: 1
Total Copies: 0
Label: Real World
Original Release Date: 9/14/1999
Release Date: 9/14/1999
Genres: International Music, Pop
Style: Africa
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPCs: 724384773823, 0724384773854

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At the core of this group is Malian singer Tom Diakite. He sings in the Peul and Bambara languages of the Wassoulou region, his voice rising from quiet tenderness to vigorous urgency over the funky bass tones of his ngoni hunters harp and the cascading elegance of his kora. From London comes guitarist Sam Mills, tastefully supporting Diakite with his subtle playing. Filling out the trio's sound are the able hands of percussionist Djanuno Dabo from Guinea-Bissau. Together they play music that is both gentle and passionate. Notable session players that add to the rich, understated sound of this release include flutist Aly Wague, organist Cheick Tidiane Seck, and vocalist Djanka Diabate. Two versions of the standout track "Ta'aba" are included; it is heartfelt and sorrowful, dealing with the sadness and inevitability of departing. "Idjo" is a powerful tune that explores what separates and joins society: "My truth, your truth, and the Truth itself." The song "Tama" ("To Walk") epitomizes what this group is all about, acknowledging ties to home and culture, as they join together on the journey to new possibilities. --Jeff Grubb

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Tama's Nostalgie soul stirring and pleasing sounds from Mali
Jeff | Seattle, WA USA | 09/06/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)

"I fell in love with Tama's music at this summer's WOMAD USA festival, catching all three of their performances during the three day event in Seattle. A favorite of many festival goers, they had their audiences dancing with delight at the melodic beauty and soulful sincerity of their sound. Their release Nostalgie does not disappoint, but captures the essence of their live performance. Anyone who appreciates World Music in general and Malian music from artists such Ali Farka Toure will enjoy this recording."
Hand in hand with sarala
danijel | 05/16/2000
(5 out of 5 stars)

"this cd came out for me few months after i got the cd Sarala by Jones & Tidiane-Seck. right away the similarities were so obvious. this cd adds to the first one more flavor and keeps the dialogue open. compositions are mixture of ancient and modern ways to express the past and offer an underlining message of love, peace and unity. music is calming and energetic. only criticism i have is duration of the songs, they should've been kept more spontanious and in their aged length, but oh well, maybe next time."