Morpheus Music
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Posted : Jun 30, 2005 20:33
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STYLE
Global fusion with focus on the Indian sub-continent drawn together by UK DJ Pathaan. Here the softness of hand drums and shakers reverberate over deep basses and smooth synths to create "an energizing mix of sensuous rhythms, meditative riffs, and world music". Indian voices distant with reverb contrast acoustic guitars, thudding drum loops fuse with tablas and sinewy Eastern violins meet smooth, clean synths. tj Rehmi's 'You Are We Am I' features some nimble fingered guitar work, reversed notes and a warm evening sensuality, Govinda presents a crunchy beat littered with Asian sound snippets and swirling programming and Ikarus blends a striking Thai vocal with a deeper Indian voice along with a strong fusion drum track.
MOOD
A chilled but brightly daubed blissful vibe is consistently established right from the start. Running from the deep dub of Gaudi's 'Dub It' to Karsh Kale's drum and bass oriented 'Letting Go' the album suggests a spiritual aspect that listeners can take or leave as they see fit. Steeped in the wires, bows and flutes of India, the Western ear can't help but sense the exotic nature of this collection. Generally restful and serene, but not sleep-inducing.
ARTWORK
A card sleeve hugs the jewel case with a reproduction of the same painted idol graphic that sits inside. The back of the sleeve tells us about Pathaan and his DJ background his connection with Shiva Rea that led to the creation of Tandava. On the jewel case reverse is a complete track-listing complete with timings. Inside is a sixteen page booklet with a page explaining the CD title, another outlining Pathaan's discussion of the project and a more detailed track-list with full credits and contact information.
OVERALL
The rear cover text proclaims "In the realm of electronic world beat, Pathaan is arguably the singular choice. Truly the ambassador of international sounds..." being "one of the very few UK-based DJs to have truly crossed the dance/world divide". Judge for yourself - Tandava is a clear vision that flows naturally through the combined talents of Amniotic, Abakus, Prem Joshua (remixed by Sean Dinsmore), tj Rehmi, Gaudi, Govinda, Ikarus, Karsh Kale, Sonik Gurus, Ma Faiza & Veet Sandeh, Bahramji & Maneesh De Moor, Abhijit Pohankar and Adham Shaikh.
WHO WILL LIKE THIS ALBUM
Global dance fans that appreciate the sounds of India should go for this one. More emphasis on breaks and fusion rhythms than most of the ambient-trance collections being released at the moment.
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