My Favorites of 2010: #6
December 27, 2010 · Posted in Lists
6. Terrakota: World Massala (2010)
This is the fourth outing from this Portuguese band whose members have immersed themselves in the music of West Africa for the past decade. Their version of Afrobeat has reggae and flamenco influences mixed in. On this record they add guests musicians from Angola, Cuba, and India who add gypsy, Indian classical, and Bollywood elements to the sound. As the title suggests, massala is blend of spices, and that’s exactly what we get here. This is a satisfying set of songs, drawing on many musical styles from Portugal and far beyond.
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