Genghis Blues [Soundtrack]

Amazon.com Music Reviews
More than just a record, this is also the story of the journey of Paul Pena, a fine blind American bluesman who learned Tuvan throat singing well enough to win a contest in Tuva. His solo tracks, especially his take on Robert Johnson's "Terraplane Blues," are the real blues deal, but this record truly takes off when Pena and Ondar duet. The blues and the eerie, often-guttural sounds of throat singing make a natural match, one that simply bewitches with the clear overtones and melodies, while the guitar and Tuvan banjo offer simple, but very plaintive, accompaniment. About the only misstep is the inclusion of the Cape Verdean "Tras d'Orizao," which sticks out like a sore thumb from everything else. Get that out of your system, and the rest is pure magic. --Chris Nickson

Product Description
This wild musical journey combines the amazing two-note vocals of Tuvan throat-singing master ONDAR with the gut-bucket, scratchy blues of Paul "Earthquake" PENA, and a Cape Verdian morna ballad thrown in for good measure.

Music from this CD powers the award-winning film Genghis Blues.

Genghis Blues [Soundtrack]

Tracks:

What You Talkin' About?
Tras D'orizao
Terraplane Blues
Alash Khem (The Alash River)
Ondarnyng Ayany (Medley in the stile of Ondar)
Durgen Chugaa (Fast Talk)
Kaldak-Hamar (The Other Side of the Mountain)
Konggurey (Where Has My Homeland Gone?)
Eki A'ttar (Good Horses)
Sunezin Yry (Soul's Song)
Kargyraa Moan
Tuva Farewell
You Gotta Move
Tuva Farewell
Genghis Blues Soundbites
Kaldak Hamar (Live)
Eki A'ttar (Good Horses)(Live)

Amazon.com Music Reviews

More than just a record, this is also the story of the journey of Paul Pena, a fine blind American bluesman who learned Tuvan throat singing well enough to win a contest in Tuva. His solo tracks, especially his take on Robert Johnson's "Terraplane Blues," are the real blues deal, but this record truly takes off when Pena and Ondar duet. The blues and the eerie, often-guttural sounds of throat singing make a natural match, one that simply bewitches with the clear overtones and melodies, while the guitar and Tuvan banjo offer simple, but very plaintive, accompaniment. About the only misstep is the inclusion of the Cape Verdean "Tras d'Orizao," which sticks out like a sore thumb from everything else. Get that out of your system, and the rest is pure magic. --Chris Nickson

Album Description

This wild musical journey combines the amazing two-note vocals of Tuvan throat-singing master ONDAR with the gut-bucket, scratchy blues of Paul "Earthquake" PENA, and a Cape Verdian morna ballad thrown in for good measure.

Music from this CD powers the award-winning film Genghis Blues.

Customer Reviews:

Great CD track listing incorrect.......2007-06-24

I would first like to echo the other reviews that this is a great CD and worth getting. The music is soulful and will add something unique to your music collection. However, I was surprised when I got my CD and found out that Paul's cover of RJ's Terraplane Blues was not on the CD and replaced by his song Gonna Move. I already have his CD New Train, so this is a wasted track for me and I don't believe the song was even in the movie. It is a great song, but sticks out on the CD as it has a vastly different feel from the other tracks. I was looking forward to hearing Terraplane Blues and it is even mentioned in the description. It is a little bit of false advertising and Amazon should update the track listing if it was changed for some reason. I would have gotten the CD anyway without Terraplane, but was looking forward to hearing it again and was disappointed it wasn't included. Just be warned that the track listing is incorrect.

Great entertainment.......2007-05-14

I saw the documentary of Paul Pena's plight in trying to travel to Tuvan and the Throat-Singing competition he participated in.
Wonderful example of blue's tradion and Paul's wide range of vocals.

Ondal is a national treasure, keeping his peoples native music alive.

sad to hear that Paul died in 2005; lets play this music and remember him.

Genghis Blues.......2006-01-31

I got the soundtrack after seeing the film of the same name which had come as a breath of fresh air.
It's great to hear some honest, uncontrived music performed by masters in their craft.
If you've ever doubted the concept of universality or interconnectedness then these guys of such different cultural and geographical origins could change your view.
There's a rare lot of heart in this album.

Haunting music from great artists.......2006-01-20

This music is almost certainly unlike anything else you've ever heard. The songs in this album are a rare treasure and document a beautiful art form. I also HIGHLY recommend the documentary DVD.

You will be missed, Paul.

Absolutely Beautiful!.......2004-04-03

The music on this soundtrack is so beautiful and mesmerizing that it almost becomes haunting. From song one, this soundtrack takes you on a journey from America to Tuva and back again. A great addition to any music lover's library.

Average customer rating:

Planet Soup - The Best of Ellipsis Arts
Genghis Blues , Oleg Fesov , Wolfstone , Elementales , Aquarela Carioca , Lazaro Ros & Mezcla , Akira Satake , Mynta , Anoosh , and Dissidenten
Manufacturer: Ellipsis Arts
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

General | International | Styles | Music

General | Rock | Styles | Music
ASIN: B000CEZKRW

Product Description

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