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Title: Unique, enthralling
Review: As worldbeat continues to spread and diversify, it's really refreshing to come across something not only new and original, but captivating as well. As far as I know, this is the first group to take traditional Italian folk songs and fuse them with dance electronics. Rather than being just another entry in the often tired worldbeat arena, this album sings, pops, bounces, and sparkles. The female vocalist, Fiamma, is excellent, and the musicians with her are equally as talented.As is true with the most sophisticated and skilled worldbeat practitioners, the group does not limit themselves to their native melodies and instruments. Inspiration is drawn from sources as diverse as Finland and the Celtic world. Aside from programming and keyboards, instruments include accordion, tin whistle, bouzouki, and uillean pipes.This is a top-notch release!
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