El Sapo

1. Loco

2. Celulitis

3. Dominao

4. Puntita

5. Mentirosa

6. Mujeres

7. Sapo

8. Negra

9. Lagrimas Negras

10. Bomba

11. Loca

12. Canto De Las Aves

13. I Believe In You

14. Loco Unplugged [*]

15. Sapo Unplugged [*]

16. Bomba [Diaz Brothers Remix] [*]

17. Bomba [Teknoreggae Remix] [*]

El Sapo,Azul Azul,Sony International,Latin,Latin Music,Latin Pop

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unpleasant sounds
Another great Kronos
Stunning
And they never stepped off the train...
Beautiful!

Kronos Caravan
Aleksandra Vrebalov , Carlos Paredes , Rahul Dev Burman , Enrique Rangel , Sapo Perapaskero , Rezso Seress , Terry Riley , Anibal Troilo , Kayhan Halhor , Ali Jihad Racy , Nicholas (aka Dale, Dick) Roubanis , and Zakir Hussain
Manufacturer: Nonesuch
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Nuevo
Pieces of Africa
Kronos Quartet
Kronos Quartet Performs Philip Glass
Mugam Sayagi: Music of Franghiz Ali-Zadeh

ASIN: B00004S92N
Release Date: 2000-04-18

Tracks:

Pannonia Boundless
Cancao Verdes Anos
Aaj Ki Raat
La Muerta Chiquita
Turceasca
Gloomy Sunday
Cortejo Funebre en el Monte Diablo
Reponso
Romance No. 1
Gallop of a Thousand Horses
Ecstasy
Misirlou Twist

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The Kronos Quartet--apparently tired of performing some of the most riveting Western classical works composed in the last century--decided to take a vacation with Caravan. Where did they go? As evidenced by this globetrotting disc, seemingly everywhere. Music from the Middle East, South America, India, Portugal, and California (to name just a few) find their way onto this genre-blurring disc, along with a few surprises. They do a dizzying take on Dick Dale's "Miserlou," which we learn was originally written by Nicholas Roubanis in the '30s; perform a tune from India's bustling "Bollywood" film music industry; and tackle Terry Riley's inventive "Corgeo Funebre en el Monte Diablo"--the second movement of his Requiem for Adam (written for the late son of Kronos leader David Harrington). These are disparate but enthralling works that run the gamut from frenetic to reflective. Even though Caravan sounds less cohesive than Kronos's other world music foray, Pieces of Africa, this is still an enthralling collection and a must for Kronos fans. --Jason Verlinde

Customer Reviews:

unpleasant sounds.......2006-11-10

Kronos Caravan was a dissapointment and a waste of money. I can only stand to listen to two of the tracks. Most of the tracks are an annoying blend of too many strings and what ever instrument the guest artist is playing.I never want to listen to any of the music from the cultures represented on this cd.

Another great Kronos.......2002-07-09

The positive part is that this is really good but I rank their last "Nuevo" higher because that one holds togheter better.

This is mostly middle eastern/central europe stuff and even if I THINK I know way some argentinian/portuguise tracks are in this (because of that argentininan tango has it roots in middle europe.. portugal cobining bandelon with portuguese fado) it feels misplaced here but artisticially it is very good performed anyway and... hows about "Miserlou Twist" then.. well composer of that old hit has his roots in Libanon so.. :-).

Anyway is this very good, fun, well played and sound, production is also something extra.

You be pleased with this if you like stringquartets with more of a folklore style but my advice is that you by this togheter with Nuevo then you have two great great discs.

People used to Kronos cooperation with Glass, Steve Riech should like this but it is def. NOT minimalism att all.

Stunning.......2000-11-19

I've never been a fan of classical music. Being forced to listen to Mozart and such growing up in school, ugh, school has made me gain a deep hatred of famous classical composers and the like. Never thought I would ever get into classical music because it was all killed to me.

Then I heard of Kronos Quartet. They were raved about on a movie review for "Requiem for a Dream," which they are mostly responsible for the entire score on. So, I decided to give them a bit of a chance. I bought three of their albums, "Early Music," and "Kronos Quartet performs Phillip Glass." The most important of all of these is "Caravan."

The last CD I listened to, I was a little afraid to, because I figured I'd enjoy Western pieces a little more, and probably wouldn't like the more 'world' sound this album seems to say it has.

I couldn't have been more wrong, from the opening track, "Pannoia Boundless," I was in love, raving about it to everyone I knew. Every track seems to have an energy that oozes from within it, these dynamics that manage to grab me and toss me around every time. Even the weakest track, being "Cortejo Funebre en el Monte Diablo," because of the horribly synth-sounding beats, horns, and bells, still has a certain power after you get past the horrible intro of the song.

Either way, Kronos Caravan is a great listen for anyone just dabbling in classical string quartets and wants something a little more high power and intrusive than your average "background music."

And they never stepped off the train..........2000-07-22

According to the press and liner notes, this album is intended to chart a sort of musical journey, obviously reflected by the title. Such a concept is highly suspect - eclecticism for its own sake (or more likely for the sake of capturing the widest consumer base) very rarely leads to meaningful, cohesive art, possibly because the best art comes "from within", that is, from within an individual's or a group's experience, not simply the surface reflection of ethnic stereotypes. Add to this the antequated notion that a caucasian string quartet can "capture" the world's sounds for YOUR discerning ears, and you have a piece of sheer mediocrity.

Osvaldo Golijov's arrangements excel at highlighting various effects of instrumental combinations. That's a plus. However, these performances are mostly shorn of whatever vitality is inherent in the compositions, by the quartet's lack of rhythmic unity and attack - some of these takes sound like tentative rehearsals. The worst in this respect has to be "Aaj Ki Raat". Anyone who knows Indian film music is aware of its energy and manic quality. This performance, however, has none of that, opting instead for a navel-gazing lack of dynamism that actually serves to bury the melodic theme, in lieu of which we are given the sound of tablas, which even Zakir Hussain can't make jive with the ennervated ensemble.

Not surprisingly, the only impassioned performance is "Turceasca", likely because most of the music is played by Taraf de Haidouks, a Romanian Gypsy ensemble that lends its "quaint" and "primitive" spunk to the tastemaker quartet, producing a "rousing, olde country" stewe.

Anyone with an interest in music beyond her/his borders should pick up the real thing, spend a little money, force her/himself to get used to its strangeness, and maybe she/he will come away a little wiser. Oh, yes, purchase an honest classical disc next time, as well.

Beautiful!.......2000-07-13

This CD is great in many ways. There is beatiful music from all over the world on this one. It's interesting 'cause it's rather easy listened, but still very deep and vital. "Pannonia Boundless" and "Turceasca" was the first two tracks to capture me. After that you discover the beauty of the other tracks. The themes of the songs are very clear and they work fine both as headphone-music as background-music. Get this one!

Average customer rating:

A must have party CD!
Azul Azul rocks!!
Loved it
don't buy it for la Bomba

El Sapo
Azul Azul
Manufacturer: Sony International
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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Apretaito

ASIN: B000055XXY
Release Date: 2000-11-21

Tracks:

Loco
Celulitis
Dominao
Puntita
Mentirosa
Mujeres
Sapo
Negra
Lagrimas Negras
Bomba
Loca
Canto de las Aves
I Believe In You
Loco Unplugged [*]
Sapo Unplugged [*]
Bomba [Diaz Brothers Remix][*]
Bomba [Teknoreggae Remix][*]

Customer Reviews:

A must have party CD!.......2002-09-08

Trust me, you'll get the party starting with this CD. 5 Stars for these Bolivian men and their music.

Azul Azul rocks!!.......2002-07-13

This album is so good, I absolutely adored it. Listening to the cd makes you want to get up and dance nonstop. La Bomba has a catchy rhythm and it really displays quality bolivian pop music. Reviewer from hong kong: get some music taste, cause apparently you don't have any. I totally recommend this cd.

Loved it.......2002-04-16

Was a passenger in a van travelling across Central America when the driver put this CD in the player. It was perfect. Most of it is in English and it sums up the rythm of that part of the world. Never heard these guys before but I love their music!!

don't buy it for la Bomba.......2002-03-04

I don't know much about Latin music, but I really enjoy listening and dancing to it. I had heard of La Bomba (the hit), so I took a risk and bought the album. I was really disappointed with the tracks. Most sound like tacky repeative songs played at huge discotheques in the summer, with a few farts noises thrown in!
I guess that's what you get if you buy an album for a popular song heard over the summer, and even La Bomba is wearing thin...

Gala del Día (Day's Splendor): Choral Music from the Americas

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Gala del Día (Day's Splendor): Choral Music from the Americas

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ASIN: B00005YQCX
Release Date: 2002-01-29

Tracks:

La Exclamation
Gala Del Dia
Chanarcito
Viento Norte
Una De Dos
Mariposa
Es Verdad
Madrugada
El Sapo
Berimbau
Azabache
Te Quierro
Si Buenos Aires No Fuera Asi
Hanacpachap
Ay, Galeguinos
Muerte De La Reina Mercedes
Arroz Con Leche
Agachate El Sombrerito
Carnavalito
When Again
I Pray Thee Leave
Times When I Encounter You
Adios Nonino
Balada Para Un Loco

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Saul Viera El Corrido Del Sapo

ProductGroup: Classical
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000MGG67I

Product Description

LA VIDA DEL HOMBRE CUATRO VIDA TURECUERDO Y YO FLOR DEL RIO LOS LAURELE

Saul Viera El Gavilancillo Vol 5 " Corrido Del Sapo Y El Gato Y Muchos Corridos Mas

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Saul Viera El Gavilancillo Vol 5 " Corrido Del Sapo Y El Gato Y Muchos Corridos Mas

ProductGroup: Classical
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000MGG2R2

Product Description

ESTE DISCO CONTIENE 14 CORRIDOS Y LOS CORRIDOS DE SIEMPRE

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Smashing
Amazing
Great Latin Songs
Great Dance CD
Wonderful,wonderful

El Sapo
Azul
Manufacturer: Sony International
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B00004TRW0
Release Date: 2000-06-06

Tracks:

Loco
Celulitis
Dominao
La Puntita
Mentirosa
Mujeres
Sapo
Negra
Lagrimas Negras
La Bomba
Loca
El Canto De Las Aves
I Believe In You
Loco Unplugged
Sapo Unplugged

Customer Reviews:

Smashing.......2003-04-16

I am Brasilian and love the energy it adds to my parties. I recommend for all

Amazing.......2002-05-11

This cd is the living proof of all the effort that the members of Azul Azul put through the years in their dream to go outside my countrie's limits. Great for a party, excellent beat. For those who think that they are from Mexico, Colombia, or any other country... I'm from BOLIVIA and really proud to say that AZUL AZUL is purely BOLIVIAN.

Great Latin Songs.......2001-02-23

La Bomba is definitively a Bolivian dancing hit all over the Americas. I hope Azul Azul continues the good job bringing us more good songs. I wish them Best Luck in the next year Grammys.

Great Dance CD.......2001-02-15

Actually, this band is from Columbia. We heard the music on our vacation to Costa Rica. They played this CD everywhere and folks just went nuts dancing to it. And we loved it too. I think this CD is better than any of that "Americanized Latin" stuff being put out by Marc Anthony or Ricky Martin. Definately worth the purchase!

Wonderful,wonderful.......2001-02-14

This is CD makes you get up and dance!Not to offend or defend but the Danish reviewer did not say they were from Mexico.He said that the song is very popular over there right now. There's nothing wrong with being Mexican and it's a well known fact that if any Latin singer makes it in Mexico they will become very popular and world known. Kudos for Bolivia but Mexico as well!