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Made In Dakar

by: Orchestra Baobab

Release Date October 15, 2007
If you've heard them before I don't need to explain why. If you haven't, I can't. Orchestra Baobab is an experience one has to take on ones own. You would think that a bunch of such armature but talented musicians would not be able to go beyond the boundaries of their own town. But here comes the exception, and what an exception it is. Their music is so intoxicating that `professionalism' becomes a dirty word. If you also saw them live you would know what I mean.
The first two recordings made them world famous. Now comes the third recording of a completely new material, and with much more complex arrangement. Barthelemy Attisso's, who is my favourite member of the band, guitar playing is more confident, experiments more and the whole ensemble ... Read More:

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Pirates Choice

by: Orchestra Baobab

Release Date October 01, 2001
The snaking guitar and meandering trumpet introduce the sad sounding lyric to the delicate opening track,"utra horas." You immediately know you´re listening to something very special.
The upbeat,"ledi Ndie M´boj," follows with it´s sprightly rhythms. This group have a stunning range and work brilliantly in tandem together. What strikes you is their harmony as musicians and the huge range of styles. For a start the singing is in a patois of French, Spanish and african languages.
My favourite has to be the fourth track with it´s flowing trumpet and driving guitar, I love the bassy solo.
Things cool off a little bit on the second CD but the group showcase their more subtle side.
This is a record to uplift you and an ... Read More:

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Specialist in All Styles

by: Orchestra Baobab

Release Date September 23, 2002
I discovered this by accident when using a cybercafe in Bath. I asked the bloke behind the counter about it and he offered to burn a CD of it for me.

I did the honest thing and bought it but it shows how, once you've heard this, you'll want to share it with everyone.

Why? Because it calms you after a bad day, makes you smile and want to dance.

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A Night at Club Baobab

by: Orchestra Baobab

Release Date January 22, 2007
I discovered this by accident when using a cybercafe in Bath. I asked the bloke behind the counter about it and he offered to burn a CD of it for me.

I did the honest thing and bought it but it shows how, once you've heard this, you'll want to share it with everyone.

Why? Because it calms you after a bad day, makes you smile and want to dance.

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Made in Dakar [Us Import]

by: Orchestra Baobab

Release Date May 20, 2008
If you've heard them before I don't need to explain why. If you haven't, I can't. Orchestra Baobab is an experience one has to take on ones own. You would think that a bunch of such armature but talented musicians would not be able to go beyond the boundaries of their own town. But here comes the exception, and what an exception it is. Their music is so intoxicating that `professionalism' becomes a dirty word. If you also saw them live you would know what I mean.
The first two recordings made them world famous. Now comes the third recording of a completely new material, and with much more complex arrangement. Barthelemy Attisso's, who is my favourite member of the band, guitar playing is more confident, experiments more and the whole ensemble follows suite. ... Read More:

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Specialist in All Styles

by: Orchestra Baobab

Release Date October 08, 2002
If you've heard them before I don't need to explain why. If you haven't, I can't. Orchestra Baobab is an experience one has to take on ones own. You would think that a bunch of such armature but talented musicians would not be able to go beyond the boundaries of their own town. But here comes the exception, and what an exception it is. Their music is so intoxicating that `professionalism' becomes a dirty word. If you also saw them live you would know what I mean.
The first two recordings made them world famous. Now comes the third recording of a completely new material, and with much more complex arrangement. Barthelemy Attisso's, who is my favourite member of the band, guitar playing is more confident, experiments more and the whole ensemble follows suite. ... Read More:

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A Night at Club Baobab

by: Orchestra Baobab

Release Date August 28, 2007
If you've heard them before I don't need to explain why. If you haven't, I can't. Orchestra Baobab is an experience one has to take on ones own. You would think that a bunch of such armature but talented musicians would not be able to go beyond the boundaries of their own town. But here comes the exception, and what an exception it is. Their music is so intoxicating that `professionalism' becomes a dirty word. If you also saw them live you would know what I mean.
The first two recordings made them world famous. Now comes the third recording of a completely new material, and with much more complex arrangement. Barthelemy Attisso's, who is my favourite member of the band, guitar playing is more confident, experiments more and the whole ensemble follows suite. ... Read More:

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Pirate's Choice: The Legendary 1982 Session

by: Orchestra Baobab

Release Date January 08, 2002
Back when Cuba influenced the West Coast of Africa these marvellous moments were captured. Thank God. This music transcends every day music. Listening to this music transcends everyday life. The guitarist is very, very special. This is an unusual collection of songs which deserves to be listened to forever. I can hear the yearning, accusation and regret in the singer's voice while listening to "Coumba". I don't need to understand the words.

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A Night at Club Baob [VINYL]

by: Orchestra Baobab

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Back when Cuba influenced the West Coast of Africa these marvellous moments were captured. Thank God. This music transcends every day music. Listening to this music transcends everyday life. The guitarist is very, very special. This is an unusual collection of songs which deserves to be listened to forever. I can hear the yearning, accusation and regret in the singer's voice while listening to "Coumba". I don't need to understand the words.

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Pirates Choice

by: Orchestra Baobab

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Back when Cuba influenced the West Coast of Africa these marvellous moments were captured. Thank God. This music transcends every day music. Listening to this music transcends everyday life. The guitarist is very, very special. This is an unusual collection of songs which deserves to be listened to forever. I can hear the yearning, accusation and regret in the singer's voice while listening to "Coumba". I don't need to understand the words.