A slightly brief version of "This Week's Picks" for you this week, but I hope you enjoy none-the-less!
"Untitled" - Mumford and Sons
While these guys have become giants on the folk/rock scene mainly for their ability to make folk more accessible to the younger generation, I came across a great list of 10 of their lesser known songs. Ever since stumbling across this, I've had this track stuck in my head and I love it. I have to admit that one of my weaknesses is great harmony. If you have a track with fantastic harmony, I love it. And I just melt to the harmonies in this track. Plus, I still think you can't go wrong with electric banjo.
"Pesebre"- Axel Krygier
This song features bleating sheep. How can you not love it? I used to like this song just because it was so weird, but it really grows on you. Even better, I saw the Argentinian Axel Krygier live last night at KOKO, and boy can that guy put on a live show!? He is amazing live, always moving and so incredibly full of energy. It makes me love this track even more.
Showing posts with label Argentina. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Argentina. Show all posts
Monday, 18 April 2011
Tuesday, 18 January 2011
This Week's Picks (#27)
This week's picks are inspired by tango. Please enjoy!
"La Esquina" - Federico Aubele
Federico Aubele is an Argentinian singer-songwriter who is recognized for his fusion style, mixing bolero, tango, dub, hip-hop, and reggae. This track is from his 2007 album, Panamericana. Aubele is accompanied by the singer, Natalia Clavier. Aubele's music tends to be chilled, edging on pop-y, but interesting as long as he's sticking to tango inspired tracks.
"Sin Rumbo" - Otros Aires
Otros Aires are an electronic tango project that blend Argentinian roots and electronic beats. This track is from their album Vivo en Otros Aires. While "Sin Rumbo" is obviously influenced by tango, Otros Aires draw on many other traditions including milonga to create a sound much different than some of the other tango based groups.
"Santa Maria (Del Buen Ayre)" - Gotan Project
The Gotan Project, who I looked at backed in July, is one of the first bands to successfully combine the worlds of folk and electronic music. This track is from their 2001 album, La Revancha Del Tango. The Gotan Project discovered that tango melodies worked beautifully on top of house and dub beats, bursting onto the scene at the turn of the century with a fresh new sound.
"La Esquina" - Federico Aubele
Federico Aubele is an Argentinian singer-songwriter who is recognized for his fusion style, mixing bolero, tango, dub, hip-hop, and reggae. This track is from his 2007 album, Panamericana. Aubele is accompanied by the singer, Natalia Clavier. Aubele's music tends to be chilled, edging on pop-y, but interesting as long as he's sticking to tango inspired tracks.
"Sin Rumbo" - Otros Aires
Otros Aires are an electronic tango project that blend Argentinian roots and electronic beats. This track is from their album Vivo en Otros Aires. While "Sin Rumbo" is obviously influenced by tango, Otros Aires draw on many other traditions including milonga to create a sound much different than some of the other tango based groups.
"Santa Maria (Del Buen Ayre)" - Gotan Project
The Gotan Project, who I looked at backed in July, is one of the first bands to successfully combine the worlds of folk and electronic music. This track is from their 2001 album, La Revancha Del Tango. The Gotan Project discovered that tango melodies worked beautifully on top of house and dub beats, bursting onto the scene at the turn of the century with a fresh new sound.
Monday, 5 July 2010
A Tribute to the World Cup Losers #5: The Quarter Finals
We are currently featuring a special series on the World Cup and will return to our normal schedule including "This Week's Picks" and "Wednesday's Reader Picks" when the series is finished. We do hope you enjoy the current series.
Alright, so maybe calling them "losers" is a little harsh seeing as they made their way into the final 16, but this new series will focus on the countries who are eliminated during the final stage of the World Cup. As the 2010 World Cup in South Africa moves into the elimination stage, Nomad's Playlist will be showcasing our favorite picks from the countries unfortunate enough to be thrown out of the running.
The Quarter Finals saw four more teams sent home in some surprising upsets, but the good news is that we get to listen to some great music!
Brazil
In a surprise lost, Brazil gives up their spot in the semi-finals to the Netherlands. Whereas it may be hard to find some music from the Netherlands, Brazil has the opposite problem-- there's just too much good music!
"Shimbalaie" by Maria Gadú
Maria Gadú is a new young Brazilian pop singer who seems to be taking the country by storm. This track was her first single and topped the charts for five weeks. "Shimbalaie" is now available on her self-titled album, Maria Gadú (2009). I've surprised myself by liking this track, as it's a little too poppy for my normal tastes. However, I enjoy the relaxed beat and think this song is great for unwinding.
Ghana
In a heartbreaking match, Ghana lost in the penalty shoot-out after their last goal of the game was deflected by a handball. This unfortunately means that the last African team lost its chance at an African World Cup title.
"KyenKyen Bi Adi Mawu" by Alhaji K. Frimpong
You can't discuss music from Ghana without talking about highlife. Highlife is a hybrid style created in Ghana in the 1900s, combining African song forms, Christian hymns, European brass band, and big band jazz. It has successfully been the jam of Ghana for a century. Even if Ghana can't pull through when it comes to football, they can definitely crank out the music.
Argentina
Much to the dismay of the entire country of England, Argentina lost to Germany. Not only did they lose, but they were surprisingly battered by the same team that sent England home.
"La Gloria" by Gotan Project
The Gotan Project successfully introduce and wed the world of folk music to the electronic. This track is from their newest album Tango 3.0 (2010). (I recommend watching their official video here for some fun dancing.) "La Gloria" features the voice of Victor Hugo Morales, the Argentinian football commentator, and the track even manipulates his voice to say "GOOOOOOOOTAN!" rather than "GOOOOOOAL!" In this particular setting, the change may be appropriate.
Paraguay
In one of the least surprising defeats this weekend, Paraguay lost to Spain. As Paraguay are sent home, we are left with one more South American country for our musical tribute.
"A Mi Tierra" by Luis Alberto del Paraná
For Paraguay's tribute, we're going to go old school with Luis Alberto del Paraná who was big in the 1950s, 60s and 70s. He traveled extensively bringing recognition to Paraguayan music. He is one of the most famous Paraguayan musicians.
Alright, so maybe calling them "losers" is a little harsh seeing as they made their way into the final 16, but this new series will focus on the countries who are eliminated during the final stage of the World Cup. As the 2010 World Cup in South Africa moves into the elimination stage, Nomad's Playlist will be showcasing our favorite picks from the countries unfortunate enough to be thrown out of the running.
The Quarter Finals saw four more teams sent home in some surprising upsets, but the good news is that we get to listen to some great music!
Brazil
"Shimbalaie" by Maria Gadú
Maria Gadú is a new young Brazilian pop singer who seems to be taking the country by storm. This track was her first single and topped the charts for five weeks. "Shimbalaie" is now available on her self-titled album, Maria Gadú (2009). I've surprised myself by liking this track, as it's a little too poppy for my normal tastes. However, I enjoy the relaxed beat and think this song is great for unwinding.
Ghana
"KyenKyen Bi Adi Mawu" by Alhaji K. Frimpong
You can't discuss music from Ghana without talking about highlife. Highlife is a hybrid style created in Ghana in the 1900s, combining African song forms, Christian hymns, European brass band, and big band jazz. It has successfully been the jam of Ghana for a century. Even if Ghana can't pull through when it comes to football, they can definitely crank out the music.
Argentina
"La Gloria" by Gotan Project
The Gotan Project successfully introduce and wed the world of folk music to the electronic. This track is from their newest album Tango 3.0 (2010). (I recommend watching their official video here for some fun dancing.) "La Gloria" features the voice of Victor Hugo Morales, the Argentinian football commentator, and the track even manipulates his voice to say "GOOOOOOOOTAN!" rather than "GOOOOOOAL!" In this particular setting, the change may be appropriate.
Paraguay
"A Mi Tierra" by Luis Alberto del Paraná
For Paraguay's tribute, we're going to go old school with Luis Alberto del Paraná who was big in the 1950s, 60s and 70s. He traveled extensively bringing recognition to Paraguayan music. He is one of the most famous Paraguayan musicians.
Monday, 24 May 2010
This Week's Picks (#2)
London's heat wave has inspired some hot tunes for this week's picks. There is nothing better to get you in the summer mood than some spicy Latin grooves. Get your margaritas and mojitos ready and let's dance.
"Pura Salsa" by King Bongo
Salsa is the name given to a genre of music created by Cuban and Puerto Rican immigrants in New York in the 1960s and 70s. It's stylistically Cuban in origin, but has since been mixed with genres including R&B, rock, pop, and jazz to create what is recognized as "the essential pulse of Latin music." A more recent recording, this track by King Bongo is a prime example of the salsa style so closely identified with the salsa style of dancing.
(Reviewed by Alexandra)
"London Samba" by Joyce
Cooling down a bit, this tune is a beautiful jazzy samba by the Brazilian artist Joyce. Written after a trip to England, this track features her smooth voice in harmony with the trombone. The samba pulse keeps this tune from getting too chill. Joyce started recording in the late sixties, and though some of her tracks can be a bit on the cheesy side, sometimes a cheesy samba groove is just what you need to relax to on a summer day.
(Reviewed by Alexandra)
"La Burrita" by Cumbia Ya!
(embedding is disabled upon request: Please visit YouTube to enjoy)
Based in France, Cumbia Ya! are a group that mix French, Argentinean, and Colombia cultures to revive the 1950s Colombian cumbia style. While they do compose some original tracks, this tune "La Burrita" is a cumbian classic. A strong, solid horn section and an undeniable energy, this group is able to breathe new life into a classic style.
(Reviewed by Alexandra)
"Pura Salsa" by King Bongo
Salsa is the name given to a genre of music created by Cuban and Puerto Rican immigrants in New York in the 1960s and 70s. It's stylistically Cuban in origin, but has since been mixed with genres including R&B, rock, pop, and jazz to create what is recognized as "the essential pulse of Latin music." A more recent recording, this track by King Bongo is a prime example of the salsa style so closely identified with the salsa style of dancing.
(Reviewed by Alexandra)
"London Samba" by Joyce
Cooling down a bit, this tune is a beautiful jazzy samba by the Brazilian artist Joyce. Written after a trip to England, this track features her smooth voice in harmony with the trombone. The samba pulse keeps this tune from getting too chill. Joyce started recording in the late sixties, and though some of her tracks can be a bit on the cheesy side, sometimes a cheesy samba groove is just what you need to relax to on a summer day.
(Reviewed by Alexandra)
"La Burrita" by Cumbia Ya!
(embedding is disabled upon request: Please visit YouTube to enjoy)
Based in France, Cumbia Ya! are a group that mix French, Argentinean, and Colombia cultures to revive the 1950s Colombian cumbia style. While they do compose some original tracks, this tune "La Burrita" is a cumbian classic. A strong, solid horn section and an undeniable energy, this group is able to breathe new life into a classic style.
(Reviewed by Alexandra)
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