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Posted by Dave I on June 25, 2000 at 18:12:51

In Reply to: Dead Can Dance posted by Desade on June 25, 2000 at 15:37:39:

Here are three suggestions for recent albums that have a somewhat similar exotic and Middle Eastern sound and are of stereo demo quality as an added attraction.

Vas: Sunyata
This is the 1997 debut on the Narada label of Iranian born/Indian educated Azam Ali and Californian Greg Ellis. Their music is similar to DCD at times as Ali sings, like Lisa Gerrard, in a language of her own design to express emotions too intricate for simple words. There is also a strong emphasis on the percussion aspect of the sound and Ellis fuses Middle Eastern, African and American jazz to create the rhythms. This one is a sure bet for DCD fans but stands out as very unique and in some ways more pure and passionate that any of DCDs albums. Also check out the 1999 'Offerings' which I have read is very good but have not yet heard.

Robert Rich: Seven Veils
This is a 1998 instrumental release on the Hearts of Space label that I have seen described as "ancient music from another planet" which may not be far off. A blend of Middle Eastern percussion and constanly changing ambient atmospheres textured with his lap steel guitar and bamboo flute along with others contributing cello, violin, bass and occasional searing electric guitar. A very high level of melodic and rhythmic sophistication on this album will keep you exploring it for a long time.

David Sylvian: Dead Bees On A Cake
This is also an excellent sounding album released in 1999. It is quite a departure from previous albums by Sylvian and was about four years in the making, using a wide range of first rate musicians from all parts of the world and outstanding production to create an atmospheric and exotic sound. Sylvian sings in a deep, rich voice and it is used very well on this collection of songs expressing an intimacy and sometimes spiritual mysticism that is very comforting.

Dave

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Topic - Dead Can Dance - Desade 15:37:39 06/25/00 (18)

Re: Dead Can Dance - Dave F 09:38:25 07/01/00 (0)

Other recommendations - Joe II-K 16:44:17 06/27/00 (2)

Elijah's Mantle and More - Joe II-K 19:28:02 06/27/00 (0)

Perfect! - Desade 17:39:32 06/27/00 (0)

Re: Dead Can Dance on LP = stunning - Philip O'Hanlon 14:49:18 06/26/00 (1)

Re: Dead Can Dance on LP = stunning - Joe II-K 15:56:49 06/27/00 (0)

Thanks a lot, everyone (nt) - Desade 11:59:55 06/26/00 (0)

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Re: Dead Can Dance - Troy 08:42:11 06/26/00 (0)

All About Eve - The Flying Dutchman 05:54:48 06/26/00 (0)

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Ehm....The Cowboy Junkies...perhaps...? - The Flying Dutchman 03:14:15 06/26/00 (1)

Re: Ulp! Yep, it should've been the Contino Sessions, sorry..(nt) - Jeff Starrs 04:28:12 06/26/00 (0)

Re: Dead Can Dance - Dave I 18:12:51 06/25/00 (0)

I am in love with Dead Can Dance too... - Demetrio 15:55:54 06/25/00 (2)

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