of çifetelli and karsilama , best known as belly-dance music, goes way beyond those lounge records from the '40s and '50s. Kemani Cemal Çinareli is one of the contemporary masters of this rich musical heritage, a violinist of high skill and deep understanding. Backed by an ensemble of oud, darbuka (hourglass drum), kanun (hammered zither), and some searing clarinet from Bigali Ahmet, Kemani Cemal pulls a varied collection of wild shrieks, slides, and rapid-fire trills from his violin, creating beauty and tension to drive the dancers (and the CD listener) on and on. Well recorded and very well remastered, these recordings offer a contemporary look at an ages-old musical tradition that still thrives and grows in Istanbul. -- Louis Gibson  (less)

set of dance tunes with an exciting blend of passion and precision. They skillfully blend fiddle, flute, accordion, bouzouki, guitar, and bodhrán into a sound that is rooted in tradition but still sounds fresh. Along with the dance tunes, the band also accompanies vocalist Cairan O Gealbhain on a number of songs that he beautifully sings in both Irish and English. The future of Irish traditional music is secure as long as young bands like Danú continue to get together to play the music of their ancestors. --Michael Simmons  (less)

I Love You," "I'll Meet You Halfway," "I Woke Up In Love This Morning," "I Can Feel Your Heartbeat" and "Point Me In The Direction Of Albuquerque," among others.Reproduced and remixed by CRAIG J [Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, Gwen Stefani, Madonna, Kelly Clarkson, and more] Come on, get happy - resistance is futile.  (less)

are. You'll no doubt enjoy the sound of the beautifully remastered songs on this CD, unlike the compromised sound of an MP3 file. You might also like the fact that the packages are environmentally-friendly (no plastic, 100% recycled paper). But we think the thing you'll appreciate most about this Playlist is that even though you didn't make it, you might wish you did. This package has been created with the environment in mind. All of the paperboard is 100% recycled and 100% recyclable. Of course, we would prefer that you not throw this package or CD away. We would prefer that you keep it in your collection to enjoy for many years to come!  (less)

on the margins of society. From Juan Carlos Cáceres to Carlos Libedinsky, Think Global: Tango - produced in association with Oxfam - gives a sweeping overview of this fascinating and seductive music and dance genre. Artists include - Melingo, Osvaldo Montes y Anibal Arias, Juan Carlos Cáceres, Suni Paz, Quinteto Suárez Paz , Otros Aires, Carlos Libedinsky, Hugo Diaz, Horacio Molina, 34 Puñaladas, Gustavo Beytelmann, Jaleo Real, Tanghetto, Electronic Tango Group and Altertango  (less)

Monica Ramos, DJ Cam and Euphoria are given the dance remix treatment from world class producers/remixers AtJazz, King Britt, Demon, Romanthony and more. Motion moves and grooves into the worlds of house, funky breaks, and trance yet never loses sight of the beat. This Six Degrees collection proves once again that when it comes to the world of dance music "everything is closer than you think."  (less)

played by seven outstanding bands from urban Pittsburgh to rural Nebraska, each coming from distinct ethnic musical traditions that run the gamut from Honky-style Polish to Norwegian Polkabilly. This collection exemplifies the vitality of the continuing Polka tradition, so put Deeper Polka on the box, roll up the rug and grab a partner!  (less)

under producer Kenny Ca$h, is rife with pulsing beats, catchy melodies, provocative lyrics, and guest rap artists and producers lending their skills, such as Cory Gunz, Vinny Idol, and Young N/A. Musically diverse, the album details a story of romance with passion and truth over the course of 10 tracks (plus 2 bonus tracks).  (less)

layman's introduction to the Indian notation system. When speaking of Indian music, one automatically thinks of the raga and the most widely known sitar string instrument. But do we really, as a music loving listening audience, understand or even comprehend what a raga is, or how complex the seemingly simple Indian music system is? The raga , for instance, is essentially a scale with a fixed ascending and descending order of notes. Within this framework are contained specific approaches to certain notes and musical expressions or phrases that differentiate one raga from another. It may seem like free form music, but it is not. It is subject to very strict disciplines which should not be deviated from. And most impress...  (less)