Heather Snell

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Tcheka: Nu Monda

[9.Oct.07] :. This is not the usual story of a traditional music gone global; instead, Tcheka's album narrates the survival of traditional rhythms in the face of increasing globalization.

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Taylor Mills: Lullagoodbye

[26.Sep.07] :. With her country charm and honest lyrics Taylor Mills proves a refreshing change from pop tarts such as Britney Spears.

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Spanish Harlem Orchestra: United We Swing

[25.Sep.07] :. Few Latin bands are as able to convey the same amount of energy as this large New York ensemble.

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Various Artists: World Circuit Presents

[21.Sep.07] :. Eschewing chronology for style, World Circuit manages to create a coherent yet deliciously eclectic mix.

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Various Artists: Bodo Riddim

[10.Sep.07] :. One riddim, a roster of well-respected reggae veterans and new generation greats.

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Music   Angelique Kidjo: Djin Djin

Music   Dervish: Spirit

Music   Various Artists: Putumayo World Party

Music   Various Artists: 20 Ways to Float Through Walls

Music   Femi Kuti: The Definitive Collection

Music   Zeb: Stop the Earth, I Want to Get Off!

Music   Various Artists: Eden: Global Chill from Six Degrees

Music   Ibrahim Ferrer: Mi Sueño

Music   Ras Myrhdak: Prince of Fyah, Vol: 1

Music   Various Artists: Johnny Greenwood Is the Controller

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Zaman 8 & Hafez Modir: Suryaghati EP 2

[1.Jun.07] :. Its groovy yet sedate mix of diverse, international styles is bound to please the "planeterized" listener.

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Music   Astrid Williamson: Day of the Lone Wolf

Music   Various Artists: The Kings of Reggae

Music   Various Artists: Backspin: A Six Degrees 10 Year Anniversary Project

Music   Loren Dent: Empires and Milk

Music   Rankin Scroo: Godfada

Music   Joseph Israel: Gone Are the Days

Music   The Frames: The Cost

Music   Turbulence: Do Good