Cabo Verde

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Like Ireland, Cape Verde is a former island colony which has perennially lost its young people to emigration. And like its Irish counterpart, Verdean music is filled with songs of separation and homesickness. Cesaria Evora, the greatest Verdean singer of her generation, includes several of those songs on Cabo Verde, her sixth album overall but only her second release in the U.S.

With a population descended from former Portuguese colonialists and former African slaves, Cape Verde closely resembles Brazil and has produced a music with similar rippling syncopation and light, sensual vocals, though the Verdean sound is marked by the breezy lilt characteristic of islands. But when Evora sings mournfully of a "Partida" (departure) that will take her love far away, anyone who has ever experienced such a separation will recognize the mix of pain and affection in her voice. That voice is a very special instrument, for it glides gracefully over the supple beat even as it resounds deeply in Evora's lower range and fills up with warm, enveloping resonance. She is backed by a small, all-acoustic Verdean combo led by the ukulele-like, four-string cavaquinho. American jazz great James Carter plays tenor saxophone on "Coragem Irmon," but Evora has no problem matching his thick, buttery tone. --Geoffrey Himes

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Average customer rating: Uplifting sounds from Cape Verde Beautiful, Captivating, Lovely...indescribable...oih! An Afro-Portuguese Sound & A Silk-Smooth Voice. What a captivating voice Stories from the sea, stories from Carbo Verde

Cabo Verde Césaria Évora Manufacturer: RCA Victor ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cape Verde | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | South & Central America | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Cafe Atlantico Miss Perfumado Voz D'Amor São Vicente Cesaria ASIN: B000066NWG Release Date: 2002-05-21

Tracks:

1. Tchintchirote
2. Sabine Larga'm
3. Partida
4. Sangue De Beirona
5. Apocalipse
6. Mar E Morada De Sodade
7. Bo E Di Meu Cretcheu
8. Coragem Irmon
9. Quem Bo E
10. Regresso
11. Zebra
12. Mae Velha
13. Pe Di Boi
14. Ess Pais

Amazon.com essential recording

Like Ireland, Cape Verde is a former island colony which has perennially lost its young people to emigration. And like its Irish counterpart, Verdean music is filled with songs of separation and homesickness. Cesaria Evora, the greatest Verdean singer of her generation, includes several of those songs on Cabo Verde, her sixth album overall but only her second release in the U.S.

With a population descended from former Portuguese colonialists and former African slaves, Cape Verde closely resembles Brazil and has produced a music with similar rippling syncopation and light, sensual vocals, though the Verdean sound is marked by the breezy lilt characteristic of islands. But when Evora sings mournfully of a "Partida" (departure) that will take her love far away, anyone who has ever experienced such a separation will recognize the mix of pain and affection in her voice. That voice is a very special instrument, for it glides gracefully over the supple beat even as it resounds deeply in Evora's lower range and fills up with warm, enveloping resonance. She is backed by a small, all-acoustic Verdean combo led by the ukulele-like, four-string cavaquinho. American jazz great James Carter plays tenor saxophone on "Coragem Irmon," but Evora has no problem matching his thick, buttery tone. --Geoffrey Himes

Customer Reviews:

Uplifting sounds from Cape Verde.......2004-10-29

On this album, Cape Verde's greatest export to the world delivers another exquisite collection of mournful and yearning songs in her moving, bluesy voice. She sings in creolised Portuguese and the style (morna) is a mix of the Portuguese fado and African rhythms. Although Cape Verde lies just off the West African coast, this style has little in common with the mainland sounds from countries like Senegal or Mali. The instrumental mix includes guitars, the special rhythm guitar called cavaquino and even a clarinet to create an engaging polyrhythmic backing for Cesaria's graceful vocal style. Strangely, the sad songs have an uplifting effect on the spirit. Of the slower songs, my favourites are Ess Pais and Zebra, whilst the funkiest uptempo numbers are Quem Bo and Mae Velha. The track Pe Di Boi includes a lovely whistling interlude. The foot tapping dance track Sangue de Beirona is equally inspiring. This is an excellent album by one of the greatest artists in World Music today.

Beautiful, Captivating, Lovely...indescribable...oih!.......2004-08-06

Oh how I love Cesaria! As always when I visit Barnes & Nobles I go to the International music section. As my eyes scanned the wide selection of world music, Cesaria's face stood out. This woman reminds of Celia Cruz -love her too, may her soul rest in peace -I said to myself and I bet she's a wonderful singer. All I needed to hear was the song "Sodade" and that was it. I fell in love with Cesaria's music. Like Celia Cruz she has the voice that captures your attention and sends chills down your spine - so electrifying it's beautiful! I currently one three of Cesaria's albums - THe Very Best of, Cabo Verde, and Voz D'Amor! THe next albums I want to get are Sao Vincente di Longe and Cesaria!
For the past few months I've been listening to Cesaria's music more than anyone elses! I can relate so much to the lyrics of her music and the style being that I'm from the Caribbean. I feel as if I've also lived the Capeverdian experience! I would like to visit someday! Viva Cesaria a reina da morna!

An Afro-Portuguese Sound & A Silk-Smooth Voice........2003-07-05

I was sailing with some friends on an incredible trip to Africa, and we stopped briefly at the small island of Cabo Verde. I had never heard of Cesaria Evora before. I had really never heard much about Cabo Verde before this trip. In a small music/souvenier shop near the port, I heard this CD playing. I was hooked immediately. I bought a CD for myself and several for friends back home, and have never been more delighted with a chance find. My friends are still thanking me.

Cabo Verde was colonized by the Portuguese, and the combination of the African and Portuguese cultures makes for some fabulous music - a little similar to sounds from Brazil. The music on this CD is a combination of the 'fado' from Portugal, mixed with the Brazilian ballad-like 'choro,' and soulful 'forros,' along with Cape Verde's own particular island sound. There is no better way to understand this wonderful, nuanced music than to listen to it. And Ms. Evora, herself, plays her voice and makes a music that is very much her own.

The nostalgic "Partida," "Mar e Morada de Soledad," and "Ess Pais," are sung with a sadness and longing that evoke much emotion. Other cuts, like "Tchintchirote," and "Sangue de Beirona" make me want to just get up and dance to the Oh So Sensual Beat! It is Ms. Evora's soft, silky-smooth, engaging voice that is so special. She is backed by strings - the guitar and an instrument called the 'cavaquinho'- but the rhythms are pure island. A terrific CD! You will enjoy it!

What a captivating voice.......2002-06-18

CABO VERDE is a great album for fans of world music. CESARIA EVORA has such a captivating voice, that the listener will be unable to stop listening to it. The songs are beautifully sung, with great melodies that makes this the perfect album to just lie back and listen to. When I listen to it, I feel like I am being trasported to another land. The songs are filled with emotion that the listener will be able to feel. Every song that is on this album is great, I cant find any songs here that I dont like. I first heard of CESARIA EVORA when I purchased CAFE ATLANTICO, which is another album that I highly recommend. I just love her voice and the emotion that pours out of her. This is a great addition to any music collection.

Stories from the sea, stories from Carbo Verde.......2001-08-18

Cesaria Evora is fantastik. She has a beautiful voice and her lyrics are sad but good. This woman is like coffee, you just can't stop drinking, and you just can't stop listing to her. Cesaria Is a truly Diva. ( Cesaria doesn't sounds like Billy Holiday, but more like Tracy Chapman.

Average customer rating: Uplifting sounds from Cape Verde Beautiful, Captivating, Lovely...indescribable...oih! An Afro-Portuguese Sound & A Silk-Smooth Voice. What a captivating voice Stories from the sea, stories from Carbo Verde

Cabo Verde Césaria Évora Manufacturer: Elektra / Wea ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cape Verde | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music Similar Items: Cafe Atlantico Miss Perfumado Voz D'Amor São Vicente Cesaria ASIN: B000005J4N Release Date: 1997-03-18

Tracks:

1. Tchintchirote
2. Sabine larga'm (Sabino, Leave Me)
3. Partida (Departure)
4. Sangue de Beirona (Beirona's Blood)
5. Mar e morada de sodade (The Seas Is The Home...
6. Bo e di meu cretcheu (You Are Mine, Beloved)
7. Coragem Irmon (Take Courage, Brother)
8. Quem bo e (Who Are You?)
9. Regresso (Return)
10. Nae velha (Old Mother)
11. Pe di boi (Quarrel)
12. Ess Pais (This Country)

Amazon.com essential recording

Like Ireland, Cape Verde is a former island colony which has perennially lost its young people to emigration. And like its Irish counterpart, Verdean music is filled with songs of separation and homesickness. Cesaria Evora, the greatest Verdean singer of her generation, includes several of those songs on Cabo Verde, her sixth album overall but only her second release in the U.S.

With a population descended from former Portuguese colonialists and former African slaves, Cape Verde closely resembles Brazil and has produced a music with similar rippling syncopation and light, sensual vocals, though the Verdean sound is marked by the breezy lilt characteristic of islands. But when Evora sings mournfully of a "Partida" (departure) that will take her love far away, anyone who has ever experienced such a separation will recognize the mix of pain and affection in her voice. That voice is a very special instrument, for it glides gracefully over the supple beat even as it resounds deeply in Evora's lower range and fills up with warm, enveloping resonance. She is backed by a small, all-acoustic Verdean combo led by the ukulele-like, four-string cavaquinho. American jazz great James Carter plays tenor saxophone on "Coragem Irmon," but Evora has no problem matching his thick, buttery tone. --Geoffrey Himes

Customer Reviews:

Uplifting sounds from Cape Verde.......2004-10-29

On this album, Cape Verde's greatest export to the world delivers another exquisite collection of mournful and yearning songs in her moving, bluesy voice. She sings in creolised Portuguese and the style (morna) is a mix of the Portuguese fado and African rhythms. Although Cape Verde lies just off the West African coast, this style has little in common with the mainland sounds from countries like Senegal or Mali. The instrumental mix includes guitars, the special rhythm guitar called cavaquino and even a clarinet to create an engaging polyrhythmic backing for Cesaria's graceful vocal style. Strangely, the sad songs have an uplifting effect on the spirit. Of the slower songs, my favourites are Ess Pais and Zebra, whilst the funkiest uptempo numbers are Quem Bo and Mae Velha. The track Pe Di Boi includes a lovely whistling interlude. The foot tapping dance track Sangue de Beirona is equally inspiring. This is an excellent album by one of the greatest artists in World Music today.

Beautiful, Captivating, Lovely...indescribable...oih!.......2004-08-06

Oh how I love Cesaria! As always when I visit Barnes & Nobles I go to the International music section. As my eyes scanned the wide selection of world music, Cesaria's face stood out. This woman reminds of Celia Cruz -love her too, may her soul rest in peace -I said to myself and I bet she's a wonderful singer. All I needed to hear was the song "Sodade" and that was it. I fell in love with Cesaria's music. Like Celia Cruz she has the voice that captures your attention and sends chills down your spine - so electrifying it's beautiful! I currently one three of Cesaria's albums - THe Very Best of, Cabo Verde, and Voz D'Amor! THe next albums I want to get are Sao Vincente di Longe and Cesaria!
For the past few months I've been listening to Cesaria's music more than anyone elses! I can relate so much to the lyrics of her music and the style being that I'm from the Caribbean. I feel as if I've also lived the Capeverdian experience! I would like to visit someday! Viva Cesaria a reina da morna!

An Afro-Portuguese Sound & A Silk-Smooth Voice........2003-07-05

I was sailing with some friends on an incredible trip to Africa, and we stopped briefly at the small island of Cabo Verde. I had never heard of Cesaria Evora before. I had really never heard much about Cabo Verde before this trip. In a small music/souvenier shop near the port, I heard this CD playing. I was hooked immediately. I bought a CD for myself and several for friends back home, and have never been more delighted with a chance find. My friends are still thanking me.

Cabo Verde was colonized by the Portuguese, and the combination of the African and Portuguese cultures makes for some fabulous music - a little similar to sounds from Brazil. The music on this CD is a combination of the 'fado' from Portugal, mixed with the Brazilian ballad-like 'choro,' and soulful 'forros,' along with Cape Verde's own particular island sound. There is no better way to understand this wonderful, nuanced music than to listen to it. And Ms. Evora, herself, plays her voice and makes a music that is very much her own.

The nostalgic "Partida," "Mar e Morada de Soledad," and "Ess Pais," are sung with a sadness and longing that evoke much emotion. Other cuts, like "Tchintchirote," and "Sangue de Beirona" make me want to just get up and dance to the Oh So Sensual Beat! It is Ms. Evora's soft, silky-smooth, engaging voice that is so special. She is backed by strings - the guitar and an instrument called the 'cavaquinho'- but the rhythms are pure island. A terrific CD! You will enjoy it!

What a captivating voice.......2002-06-18

CABO VERDE is a great album for fans of world music. CESARIA EVORA has such a captivating voice, that the listener will be unable to stop listening to it. The songs are beautifully sung, with great melodies that makes this the perfect album to just lie back and listen to. When I listen to it, I feel like I am being trasported to another land. The songs are filled with emotion that the listener will be able to feel. Every song that is on this album is great, I cant find any songs here that I dont like. I first heard of CESARIA EVORA when I purchased CAFE ATLANTICO, which is another album that I highly recommend. I just love her voice and the emotion that pours out of her. This is a great addition to any music collection.

Stories from the sea, stories from Carbo Verde.......2001-08-18

Cesaria Evora is fantastik. She has a beautiful voice and her lyrics are sad but good. This woman is like coffee, you just can't stop drinking, and you just can't stop listing to her. Cesaria Is a truly Diva. ( Cesaria doesn't sounds like Billy Holiday, but more like Tracy Chapman.

Average customer rating:

Cabo Verde Mendes Brothers Manufacturer: MB Records, Inc. ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cape Verde | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Pop | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B0009GU3U2 Release Date: 2005-04-19

Tracks:

1. Pisadinha
2. Pekadu
3. Pisonha
4. Nha Konpanhera
5. Simiera
6. Margarida
7. Txabi D'Oru
8. Madjon Di Djarfogu
9. Sorti
10. Luanda
11. Angolamania
12. Cabo Verde

Average customer rating: A Beautiful CD to have in your collection if you enjoy good African music!

Voz Com Paz E Amor Voz de Cabo Verde Manufacturer: Lusafrica ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B0009I8PW8 Release Date: 2005-08-09

Tracks:

1. Djeylen
2. Cabo Entrega Sem Bo Escola
3. Sem Raz
4. Criulinha
5. Rebecca
6. Fernanda Caracunda
7. Criol E Bitche
8. Muvimente (Ja Brob)
9. Homenagem a Luis Morais
10. Cha d' Eucalipto - Voz de Cabo Verde
11. Sem Confus
12. Mundo Com Paz E Amor

Customer Reviews:

A Beautiful CD to have in your collection if you enjoy good African music!.......2006-04-30

I bought this CD at J&R store in New York City without knowing, or heard of this group before..... Once I started listening to it, I was very glad that I made a really good purchase. This CD is exceptional in every sense. However, don't expect to listen to a Cape Verdean accent in the songs, make sure you read very well the song lyrics, because they're in Cape Verdean Creole, but this doesn't stop the CD from being a very good purchase..... A 5 star and +!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Average customer rating:

Air Mail Music: Cabo Verde Islands Various Artists Manufacturer: Playasound ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cape Verde | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music CDs $7 - $10 | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music All Bargain Titles | International General | International | Today's Deals in Music | Formats | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B00004D39K Release Date: 2000-02-15

Tracks:

1. Nutridinha
2. Holandeza
3. Dilinha/Separacao/Rotcha Scribida
4. Tchon Frio
5. Ganha Gasta
6. Mar E Morada Di Sodade
7. Mi Na Medio Di Mar
8. Playa De San Remo
9. Laura
10. Lisboeta
11. Milu
12. Bo Fidjo/Sonho Di Nha Speranca/Nho Donote
13. Holandeza
14. Mar E Morada Di Sodade/Meio Di Baia/Seis One Na Tarrafal

Average customer rating: Soulful sounds

Cabo Verde Césaria Évora Manufacturer: BMG ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD Cape Verde | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music International | Imports | Stores | Music ASIN: B0000281QV Release Date: 2001-03-29

Tracks:

1. Bia Lulucha
2. Destino Negro
3. Passei
4. Frutu Proibido
5. Lucy
6. Traz D'Horizonte
7. Despidida De Immigrante
8. Cabo Verde Terra Estimada

Customer Reviews:

Soulful sounds.......2006-06-11

On this album, Cape Verde's greatest export to the world delivers another exquisite collection of mournful and yearning songs in her moving, bluesy voice. She sings in creolised Portuguese and the style (morna) is a mix of the Portuguese fado and African rhythms.

Although Cape Verde lies just off the West African coast, this style has little in common with the mainland sounds from countries like Senegal or Mali. The instrumental mix includes guitars, the special rhythm guitar called cavaquino and even a clarinet to create an engaging polyrhythmic backing for Cesaria's graceful vocal style. Strangely, the sad songs have an uplifting effect on the spirit.

Of the slower songs, my favourites are Ess Pais and Zebra, whilst the funkiest uptempo numbers are Quem Bo and Mae Velha. The track Pe Di Boi includes a lovely whistling interlude. The foot tapping dance track Sangue de Beirona is equally inspiring. This is an excellent album by one of the greatest artists in World Music today.

Average customer rating: another delight

Cabo Verde en Serenata Simentera Manufacturer: Allegro Distributed Lines ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B00004TKHM Release Date: 2000-06-13

Tracks:

1. Dor Di Amor
2. Valsa Azul
3. Guerra Fria
4. Odju D'agu
5. Tributo A Santiago
6. Homi
7. Tchapeu Di Padja
8. Lamento De Um Emigrante
9. Simentera - Azagua
10. Landu Di Amor
11. Cola Boi (Tributo A Ilha De Santo Antao)
12. Raiz II (Tribute To South African People)
13. Equilibrio
14. Cretcheu
15. Nha Riqueza

Customer Reviews:

another delight.......2000-09-19

...from Rhythym Music... "Cape Cerde is the world's most beautiful music chemlab and Simentera stands out as a shining example of the wonderful new creations that roots, when carefully tended, may bring forth". This is not my first CD of Cape Verde or Simentera music. I often will buy a new CD without having heard a track. I have never been disappointed. This new CD continues to satisfy. This new one is a bit different from previous works but well worth adding to your Cape Vered collection.

Average customer rating:

Cabo Verde Boas Festas Manufacturer: Lusafrica ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Africa | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music Africa | International | Indie Music | Stores | Music ASIN: B000005N89 Release Date: 1996-09-12

Tracks:

1. Boas Festas
2. Linda Melodia
3. Ultima Hora
4. Ilidio
5. Sonhando
6. Felicidades a Familia
7. JoE Seu Sax
8. Romance Do Nosso Amor
9. Abol Na Selada d'Morrim
10. Pulo de Gato
11. Tchora Questigue
12. Maria Graciela
13. Outra V
14. Regresso
15. Anlido Morais
16. Infelizmente
17. Saudades
18. Miudinho
19. Lembrame Na Bo
20. Chorinho Na Baia
21. Mantenha
22. Inclusive

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Show De Cabo Verde Chica Manufacturer: Lusafrica ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music ASIN: B00008FBSP Release Date: 1996-09-13

Tracks:

1. Chica/Chiquinha
2. Camin d'Merca
3. Maria Vitoria
4. Rosa O Margarida
5. Disafogo
6. Relaxado
7. Angola
8. Fala Cu Certesa
9. Tudo Dia Muda
10. Popin
11. Tchiga Na Mi
12. Can Dinha

Average customer rating:

Caminho de Esperanza Coladance '80 Cabo Verde Show Manufacturer: Culture Press ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | International | Styles | Music ASIN: B00005YLV6 Release Date: 1998-05-05

Tracks:

1. Volta Cara; Passa Sabe
2. Nova Coladeira
3. Casa Ma Um Criola
4. Es Matame
5. Coladance 80
6. Caminho de Esperanca
7. Terra Lounge
8. Cadeira Kemado

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3. Caribbean Dreams
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5. Casa Babylon
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7. Cibelle
8. Classic Jewish Holiday & Shabbat Songs
9. Congo to Cuba
10. Dança Ma Mi: Dance With Me

Rock Music

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