2007-04-30
The most famous of the Buena Vista Social Club revival, Ferrer puts out his final album. He passed away at the age of 78, three weeks before the final recording was due. On his death bed, he dictated a letter asking that this, his “dream recording,” be completed. Fortunately the high-quality demo tapes were produced. -P
MARISA MONTE
Universa ao Meu Redor
SOMI
Red Soil In My Eyes
JOHANNES WELCH, DAVID HESS AND PAUL HINGER
Stunderthorm
John Brown’s Body
- Amplify
YOUSSOU N'DOUR
Rokka Mi Rokka (Give and Take)
LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO
Long Walk to Freedom
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