Desert Lounge [Import]

Track Listings

 
1. Damascus
2. Sound Of Civilization
3. Rain Over Beirut
4. Winds Melody
5. Yasmina
6. Arabian Sushi
7. Son Nefes (Deep Mix)
8. Western Transitions
9. Jhariye's Dream
10. Majlis
11. Loneliness
12. Lynn
13. Ja Vidi
14. Contradiction
15. Adam's Lullaby

Editorial Reviews

Product Description
EMI 15-track collection features many World artists. 2005.

Desert Lounge,Various Artists,EMI Int'l,Electronic Collections,Pop,Rock,V/a Compilations
The Desert Lounge
Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
  • John
The Desert Lounge
Various Artists
Manufacturer: EMI Int'l
ProductGroup: Music
Binding: Audio CD

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ASIN: B000AMUU9Y
Release Date: 2005-08-29

Tracks:

  1. Damascus
  2. Sound of Civilization - Omar Bashir
  3. Rain Over Beirut - R.E.G. Project
  4. Winds Melody
  5. Yasmina - Guy Manoukian
  6. Arabian Sushi
  7. Son Nefes [Deep Mix] - Alihan Samedov
  8. Western Transitions
  9. Jhariye's Dream - Harem
  10. Majlis
  11. Loneliness - Thunder Of The Swords
  12. Lynn
  13. Javida - Christophe Goze
  14. Contradiction
  15. Adam's Lullaby - Natacha Atlas

Album Description

EMI 15-track collection features many World artists. 2005.

Customer Reviews:

5 out of 5 stars John.......2006-04-20

I followed Natacha Atlas to this sampler and was not disappointed, she keeps good company.
Great selection of artists.Great music
Also recommend: Cheb Y Sabbah (As Far As), The Natacha Atlas and Marc Eagleton Project(Foretold In The Language Of Dreams), Bill Laswell(Sacred System Nagual Site)
Unimpressed with EMI and their copy controlled efforts but clone cd does the trick
Desert Lounge, Vol. 2
Average customer rating: Not rated
    Desert Lounge, Vol. 2
    Various Artists
    Manufacturer: EMI
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B000KQGOE0
    Release Date: 2007-03-26

    Album Description

    The finest and freshest 1001 night's lounge/chill out compilation to date... "The Desert Lounge" originally launched with the prestigious Jumeirah International Hotel Chain Madinat Jumeirah (Dubai) two years ago has been one of the most successful chill out CD's globally, and by far the most successful chill out CD for the Middle East region. To date Desert Lounge is still amazingly hovering in the top 15 charts in Virgin Mega stores and has been in the charts for phenomenonally 2 years and was #1 for many weeks. Desert Lounge 2 is scheduled to surpass the success of the first. Teamed up once again with Dubai's prestigious icon Madinat, The Desert Lounge 2 has been carefully compiled once again by DJ Charlie C in which he has carefully selected authentic tracks representing the real lands of Arabia to create another world class compilation that presents over one and a half hours of a non stop elegant chill out mix of music designed specifically for maximum listening pleasure. This is the finest and freshest 1001 nights lounge/chillout non stop mix compilation to date... from the real lands of Arabia & Turkey where the real tales where inspired.... comes the fusion of sounds under one sky producing The Desert Lounge 2.
    The Perfume of Creosote: Desert Exotica Part 1
    Average customer rating: 5 out of 5 stars
    • oh yeah, this is a great cd!!
    • An album that is greater than the whole of its 23 tracks
    • Gifted Musicians!
    • World-jazz-rock-ethno-ambient fusion!
    • Best CD I've bought in months!
    The Perfume of Creosote: Desert Exotica Part 1
    Smoke & Mirrors
    Manufacturer: Aural Fixation Records
    ProductGroup: Music
    Binding: Audio CD

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    ASIN: B0000AYDVE
    Release Date: 2003-07-20

    Tracks:

    1. Surya, the Divine Sun
    2. Tarantulas
    3. Inside Saguaros
    4. Mirage
    5. Rattlesnake
    6. Adventures of a Pack Rat
    7. When the Devil Was a Little Boy
    8. Ocotillo
    9. Petroglyphs and Bones
    10. Thunderbirds
    11. Monsoon
    12. The Perfume of Creosote
    13. Riparian Oasis
    14. Roadrunner
    15. Rock Gardens, Swimming Pools and Barbeques
    16. Turquoise and Copper
    17. Sonoran Sunset
    18. Pink Fairy Duster and Hummingbird Moths
    19. Ring Around the Moon
    20. Dance of the Scorpions
    21. Javelinas
    22. Night Blooming Cereus
    23. As Heaven Falls From the Sky

    Album Description

    Although each track on "The Perfume of Creosote" stands on its own, this body of work is intricately crafted to take the listener on a daylong sojourn through the desert from emboldened sunrise (Surya, The Divine Sun) to the dreamlike, UFO-infused night sky (As Heaven Falls from the Sky). With repeated listenings, the journey becomes more joyful and compelling. These unique electronic soundscapes contain elements of ambience, world music, alternative rock, lounge music, music for film, and hints of psychedelia and jazz. From the lush and romantic Inside Saguaros to the bewitchingly ambient Mirage, from the wild, uptempo, When The Devil Was A Little Boy to the beautiful and haunting Tarantulas you'll hear underlying shades of exotica inspired by such artists as Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, and Les Baxter. Instead of the tropical flavor favored by those artists, each piece is inspired by the desert—the lush Sonoran desert in particular—capturing the exotic essence of the creatures, fauna and climate.

    Customer Reviews:

    5 out of 5 stars oh yeah, this is a great cd!!.......2004-05-31

    I LOVE THIS MUSIC. JAMES AND MICHAEL HAVE MADE A GREAT CD, SO FULL OF LUSH SOUNDS (AND VISIONS).THEY PUT SO MUCH VISUALLY INTO THE MUSIC-TARANTULAS, RATTLESNAKES, DUST DEVILS, THUNDERBIRDS, ROADRUNNERS, SCORPIONS, SUNSETS, EVEN A PINK FAIRY DUSTER(WHATEVER THAT IS!). PUT ON THE HEADPHONES, CRANK IT UP! MY FAVS ARE- SURYA,THE DIVINE SUN- ADVENTURES OF THE PACK RAT- WHEN THE DEVIL WAS A LITTLE BOY- ROCK GARDENS- ROADRUNNER- AND THUNDERBIRDS!!! THE PERFUME OF CREOSOTE: DESERT EXOTICA PART 1! I'M HOPING FOR MORE MUSIC FROM SMOKE & MIRRORS!!! PEACE & ENJOY

    5 out of 5 stars An album that is greater than the whole of its 23 tracks.......2004-05-13

    Every day, I have a different tune stuck in my head. Few things in life give me greater joy than discovering a musical gem that I find myself wanting to listen to over and over again. The Perfume of Creosote is such a gem. Each track has a definite hook. The variety keeps the album interesting, and the images it invokes are as vivid as the accompanying soundtrack. Yet, the soundscapes do not hit you over the head as much as the track titles might suggest. For example, I never would have guessed the dreamy, hypnotic, earworm-inducing "Tarantulas" was inspired by large furry arachnids, yet now that I know, I can easily envision the gentle creatures methodically combing the desert at twilight. The various tracks are lush with plenty of exotic percussion (a personal favorite of mine) yet not so overpowering as to leave nothing to the imagination. There is nothing deceptive about Smoke & Mirrors. These guys have nothing up their sleaves. They know exactly what they are doing, and it is brilliant.

    5 out of 5 stars Gifted Musicians!.......2004-01-14

    I expected I would enjoy the CD because I have met you and how often do we get to meet and know the composers and musicians of the CDs we listen to on a regular basis. I was, however, extremely pleased when I began listening to the CD to find that I truly enjoyed the music for itself, not only because of who composed and performed it. What a wonderful surprise to find so much talent and an unexpected gem quite literally in my own backyard.

    You both are truly gifted musicians and I am grateful that you have chosen to share your gift with other music lovers. This is a CD that I am sure I will find myself playing over and over again as I have a feeling it has a complexity that will be revealed layer by layer each time I listen to the music. I also look forward to your second release which I understand is coming soon.

    Thank you for what I know will be many hours of very enjoyable listening!

    5 out of 5 stars World-jazz-rock-ethno-ambient fusion!.......2003-11-18

    East meets southwest in a vibrant world-jazz-rock-ethno-ambient fusion[whew]. This is definitely a unique recording blending many different genres together. In the first track "Surya,The Divine Sun" for example, didgeridoo, electric guitar, drumkit, percussion and vibes join forces in a loping, strutting, rhythm across the desert floor, with an eastern sounding melody.

    There are 23 tracks on this disc that blend together expertly. Most tracks feature some type of drumkit, keyboard, percussion, and guitar, with desert textures. Some other highlights: "Mirage"-dreamy, echoing guitar with percussion and cymbals. "Rattlesnake"- a perky electro strut with spaghetti western guitar. "Adventures Of A Packrat"-nice piano melody with percussion, synth, electric bass and drumkit. "Monsoon"-juicy bass and guitar work in a nice groove over a swaggering rhythm. "Roadrunner"-a rapid fire synth, nice guitar and a sturdy rhythm propel the listener down the highway. You can see the heat rising off the sand and feel the desert wind. This list could go on and on. Pretty much every song on this disc is a highlight. There are enough killer grooves and ideas packed in here for three or four albums,and the quality of musicianship is excellent!

    Not exactly ambient,but good music is good music! Fans of fusion music will love this. If you are looking for a different sort of musical adventure this is a sonic vacation you may not want to come back from. Pack your bags and go away for the weekend.

    5 out of 5 stars Best CD I've bought in months!.......2003-09-20

    Acrid, airy, warm and rhythmicly inspiring, this CD brings to mind the psychedelic dreams of a desert landscape. A sprawling cascade sideswiping Eno, Fripp, Numan and post-punk, it's a soundscape to spur your creativity. Great background music if you're a painter, sculptor or writer. Some DJ friends of mine are mixing with it.

    The composers are well-known former LA punkers who directly influenced everyone from Jane's Addiction to The Red Hot Chili Peppers. I thoroughly enjoyed this CD and recommend it highly. More!
    The Desert Lounge
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      The Desert Lounge
      Various Artists
      Manufacturer: EMI Int'l
      ProductGroup: Music
      Binding: Audio CD

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      ASIN: B0009XT8QU
      Release Date: 2005-05-17

      Tracks:

      1. Damascus
      2. Sound of Civilization - Omar Bashir
      3. Rain Over Beirut - R.E.G. Project
      4. Winds Melody
      5. Yasmina - Guy Manoukian
      6. Arabian Sushi
      7. Son Nefes [Deep Mix] - Alihan Samedov
      8. Western Transitions
      9. Jhariye's Dream - Harem
      10. Majlis
      11. Loneliness - Thunder Of The Swords
      12. Lynn
      13. Javida - Christophe Goze
      14. Contradiction
      15. Adam's Lullaby - Natacha Atlas
      Vol. 2-Desert Lounge
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        Vol. 2-Desert Lounge

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        ASIN: B000NQ284W
        Release Date: 2007-03-06
        Nature Lounge; Sounds of Paradise
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          Nature Lounge; Sounds of Paradise
          Delta Entertaiinment Corp
          ProductGroup: Music
          Binding: Audio CD

          RelaxationRelaxation | New Age | Styles | Music
          ASIN: B000QAXIB2

          Product Description

          4 CD Set Contains 14521, 14522, 14523 & 14524 Coral Reef, Desert Islands, Voices of the Night and Nocturnal Summer Storms
          Desert Lounge
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            Desert Lounge

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            ASIN: B000A7X6T0
            Release Date: 2005-08-30

            Album Description

            This is the finest and freshest 1001 nights lounge / chillout compilation to date... from the real lands of Arabia, Turkey, & India where the real tales where inspired.... comes the fusion of sounds under one sky producing The Desert Lounge... Featuring the finest classics in this genre; REG Project, Harem, Oryx, and Blue Bedouin. NEW tracks: 1001 NIGHTSociety (feat. Said Mrad), Infernal, Alihan Samedov, & more . Over an hour of non-stop mix for maximum listening pleasure. EMI. 2005.
            The Desert Lounge
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              The Desert Lounge
              Various Artists
              Manufacturer: EMI
              ProductGroup: Music
              Binding: Audio CD

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              ASIN: B000KX0GVU
              Release Date: 2004-12-28

              Tracks:

              1. Damascus
              2. Sound of Civilization - Omar Bashir
              3. Rain Over Beirut - R.E.G. Project
              4. Winds Melody
              5. Yasmina - Guy Manoukian
              6. Arabian Sushi
              7. Son Nefes [Deep Mix] - Alihan Samedov
              8. Western Transitions
              9. Jhariye's Dream - Harem
              10. Majlis
              11. Loneliness - Thunder Of The Swords
              12. Lynn
              13. Javida - Christophe Goze
              14. Contradiction
              15. Adam's Lullaby - Natacha Atlas
              Kxci One Song At a Time
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                Kxci One Song At a Time
                Duncan Stitt , Michelle Shocked , Kathleen Williamson , Michael Franti Spearhead , Joey Burns CALEXICO , Lalo Guerrero , Rod MacDonald , Desert Rat , Naomi Brennet , and Stephan Smith
                ProductGroup: Music
                Binding: Audio CD
                ASIN: B000QFOAZK

                Product Description

                2004 . These were produced for KXCI, a radio station in TUCSON,AZ ONLY. THIS CD IS OUT OF PRINT. Rare EXCLUSIVE ACOUSTIC and LIVE performances for 91.3 the Live from Studio 2A Vol I (similar to kbco, kfog, ksca, kmtt).. This is an amazing acoustic only disc. It contains acoustic renditions that are rare in studio performances and are unique to this disc. ALL THE TRACKS ARE EXCLUSIVE TO THIS CD AND CAN ONLY BE FOUND HERE. There are a total of 14 tracks. Some of the ARTISTS FEATURED are Michelle Shocked, Stephan Smith, Michael Franti of Spearhead, and Joey Burns form CALEXICO to name a few... To name a few. The artist and track are as follows: 1. For The Good Of America -- Rod MacDonald 2. Land of Plenty -- Kevin Pakulis 3. Reckless Child -- Nancy McCallion 4. That's What The President Said -- Duncan Stitt 5. Graffiti Limbo -- Michelle Shocked 6. Hala las alas -- Jose "Pepo Saavedra 7. Bush Dick and Colon And The Red White And Blue -- The Desert Rat (Leith Kahl) 8. My Hometown -- Kathleen Williamson 9. Bomb The World -- Michael Franti (SPEARHEAD) 10. Boy In A Dress -- Namoli Brennet 11. Battle Cry Of The Chicano -- Lalo Guerrero 12. In The Air -- Stephan Smith 13. Coming In Like The Waves -- Joey Burns (CALEXICO) 14. They All Know Me Now -- Allie Bonner .. Comes in standard jewel box with front and back covers

                Rock Music:

                1. Dream Time: Authentic Sound of the Didgeridoo
                2. Eagle Song: Powwows of the Native American Indians
                3. Ein Kleines Dankeschön
                4. Em Buenos Aires Con Maria Creuza y Toqui [Import]
                5. Emergence: The Best of Sophia
                6. Entre Deux [Import]
                7. From the Valley to the Throne: Gospel Hymns of Hawaii
                8. Greatest Hits Paola & Chiara [Import]
                9. Hail! Hail! Celtic
                10. Heads [Original recording remastered] [Import]

                Rock Music

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