African Dreamland continues the series that has brought peace and relaxation to music fans both young and old. The soothing sounds presented on this collection feature vocal and instrumental blends from Cameroon to Cape V... more »erde. Bedtime only gets easier as Putumayo Kids creates a cultural lullaby experience no child will be able to resist. Featuring new artists as well as longtime Putumayo favorites, African Dreamland is a great mix of talent for young ears. Well-known artists on this album include Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Toumani Diabaté and Samite. The sweet sound of newcomers Mapumba, from the Congo, and Chiwoniso, from Zimbabwe, are also featured. A portion of proceeds from the sale of this CD will be donated to NextAid, a non-profit organization committed to developing and implementing innovative solutions to the challenges facing African children.« less
African Dreamland continues the series that has brought peace and relaxation to music fans both young and old. The soothing sounds presented on this collection feature vocal and instrumental blends from Cameroon to Cape Verde. Bedtime only gets easier as Putumayo Kids creates a cultural lullaby experience no child will be able to resist. Featuring new artists as well as longtime Putumayo favorites, African Dreamland is a great mix of talent for young ears. Well-known artists on this album include Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Toumani Diabaté and Samite. The sweet sound of newcomers Mapumba, from the Congo, and Chiwoniso, from Zimbabwe, are also featured. A portion of proceeds from the sale of this CD will be donated to NextAid, a non-profit organization committed to developing and implementing innovative solutions to the challenges facing African children.
"I bought Dreamland & African Dreamland last week, and this one arrived today, and it's great! Very calming music to play during the bedtime routine, and best of all, it's the type of CD you can play on repeat & not get sick of.
I'm a big fan of the Putumayo Presents series, and so far, I haven't had any disappointments with any of them.
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A treat for listeners of all ages
Midwest Book Review | Oregon, WI USA | 05/08/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"The latest in the "Dreamland" series of music CDs, African Dreamland is a treat for listeners of all ages, featuring peaceful and relaxing melodies by African singers. Some songs are purely vocal; others are accompanied by traditional instruments such as the kora, mbira, and balafon. All are a wonderful lullaby tunes ideal for helping listeners young or old drift off to sleep. The tracks (representing a diversity of African nations and cultures) are "Nomathemba", "Mimi", "Lonon", "Douyore", "Agalilala", "Usa Cheme", "Ikope Ye Tollo", "Mali Sadio", "Salaman", "Kula Bebe", and "Sao Horas de Dormir"; liner notes in English, Spanish, French, and German are included. A portion of the sales proceeds from "African Dreamland" will be donated to NextAid, a non-profit organization committed to creating and implementing solutions to the difficult challenges confronting African children."
Good Anytime CD
D. Gulizia | San Jose, Ca | 06/30/2008
(4 out of 5 stars)
"The kids love it during the day, or even when my daughter drifts off to sleep. Putomayo CD's have always been one of her bedtime favorites. Some nice tracks for her to listen to as she nods off for the night. I even enjoy listening to some of them as they have a good rhythm.
Not only does it provide musical entertainment, this one is also a learning piece. Sometimes the kids ask questions about where the music comes from, or what instrument is being played.
Highly recommend all Putomayo for those who are "enlightened" and actually find some value in new culture, those other than our narrow own.
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Favorite Bedtime CD for Baby
srussell98 | Dallas, TX USA | 02/15/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I searched high and low for CDs to play for my baby at bedtime that I could enjoy, too. Out of all the CDs that I tried, this is far and away my favorite. The music is gorgeous and relaxing for both baby and mom."
Great for kids and adults
sm | milwaukee, WI | 05/28/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I love that you can listen to exerts online before you purchase. Our 13 month daughter loves the music and my husband and I find we enjoy it and use it as we wind down for the evening. There is no high pitched, annoying women voices as most generic bedtime CD's. The message comes across that these are traditional lullaby's sung with love to their children- I think a great way to link the gap between cultures. Also love the Asian Dreamland and the Latin Playground (the first Putumayo CD we encountered- our daughter perks up and dances immediately when she hears the Latin playground)"
Track Listings (11) - Disc #1
