Alma Caribeña

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Gloria Estefan's third Spanish-language album, Alma Caribena ("Caribbean Soul"), provides proof that Cuban music is where this household name does her most impressive work. With arrangements pitched lower than those for her often-flyweight pop ballads, the disc finds Estefan singing in a register that allows for a richer range of expression. The smart melding of traditional and cosmopolitan styles also speaks to a desire on Estefan's part for more creative sounds than the average Diane Warren tune can support. A cameo by the great Celia Cruz on "Tres Gotas de Agua Bendita" is as much a symbolic triumph as a musical one, but again demonstrates that Estefan's instincts are in the right place. A Latin-pop crossover star more than a decade before Ricky Martin, she makes a declaration on Alma Caribena for the true music of her heart. --Rickey Wright

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Average customer rating: More Cuban Beat from Gloria me encanta! "Alma diferente" Gloria's best album! completely thrilled me and surprised me!

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Tracks:

1. Por Un Beso
2. Punto De Referencia
3. Dame Otra Oportunidad
4. Como Me Duele Perderte
5. Te Tengo A Ti
6. Tres Gotas De Agua Bendita
7. Nuestra Felicidad
8. La Flor Y Tu Amor
9. Me Voy
10. Solo Por Tu Amor
11. Tengo Que Decirte Algo
12. No Me Dejes De Querer
13. No Me Dejes De Querer ('Flores' Del Caribe Mix)

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Gloria Estefan's third Spanish-language album, Alma Caribena ("Caribbean Soul"), provides proof that Cuban music is where this household name does her most impressive work. With arrangements pitched lower than those for her often-flyweight pop ballads, the disc finds Estefan singing in a register that allows for a richer range of expression. The smart melding of traditional and cosmopolitan styles also speaks to a desire on Estefan's part for more creative sounds than the average Diane Warren tune can support. A cameo by the great Celia Cruz on "Tres Gotas de Agua Bendita" is as much a symbolic triumph as a musical one, but again demonstrates that Estefan's instincts are in the right place. A Latin-pop crossover star more than a decade before Ricky Martin, she makes a declaration on Alma Caribena for the true music of her heart. --Rickey Wright

Customer Reviews:

More Cuban Beat from Gloria.......2006-02-10

This CD could be the continuation of "Mi Tierra"; Gloria again sings the songs in Spanish and does a duet with the late Queen of Salsa "La Guarachera de Cuba Celia Cruz". Some songs are Boleros very mellow, others are Gurachas. However, all the songs are good and some are very romantic with the Cuban beat. I like it and some of the members of the Romanian Army who heard it liked the CD. Latin Music is very popular in Eastern Europe. If you liked "Mi Tierra" buy this one too.

me encanta!.......2004-05-04

This is definitely my favorite Gloria cd. I loved it so much, especially the lyrics, that I went out and bought Unwrapped, which I haven't been able to get into. I love her in Spanish, it's her native language and so much more beautiful. I especially loved the great translations in the cd jacket, as I don't have a big enough vocabulary as I would like in Spanish, and missed some of the meaning. I've grown up a Boricua who loves Salsa and especially Gloria Estefan. It was refreshing to see her return to her roots. I loved the Celia and Jose duets! Way to rep Latinos!

"Alma diferente".......2002-10-14

I must admit this album took me by surprise because I was expecting something comparable to "Mi Tierra" which by far is one of the best tropical albums of all time. I think the title of this album is where the deception lies. "Alma caribena" leads one to believe that the album is soulful, upbeat and possibly danceable. However, the album cannot be described as such. It is rather mellow, nostalgic and slow paced with a few tropical songs which definitely uplift the production. I found it hard to rate this album at first because I did not want my perception of what I expected to hear influence my assessment of what the album really has to offer. No question about it's definitely a tropical album but contains mostly boleros with four songs that can fit into the category of salsa more or less or "tropical music". The musical arrangements are creative and the cuban influence and elements can be heard. In a nutshell expect a a very mellow slow-paced album with balads/boleros in a tropical rhythm. This album is good for easy listening and background music. Instead of "Alma caribena" maybe it should be called "Alma diferente". Overall it's a solid production.

Gloria's best album!.......2001-12-14

This is my favourite Gloria Estefan album. I prefer her Spanish language songs. I like her English language songs too, but her voice seems to have even more colour when she sings in Spanish. It has a quality which hits me right in the heart. The first song 'Por un Beso' is a great opener. It's a sad song, but it also conveys a sense of strength, a determination to cope with disappointment: the singer tells her lover that she's going to leave him because she has caught him kissing abother woman, and yet she wishes him well. 'Como Me Duele Perderte' has a sad melody, very evocative. I love the spirit of 'Te Tengo A Ti', which is one of the most danceable numbers on the album. But the sweetest tune is probably 'Tres Gotas De Agua Bendita'. All the other songs are great, but the final song (in its first version) rounds off the collection perfectly. It's not out of place. It's less of a story song than the others: it's a celebration which comes after all the heartache and emotion of the real life and romance featured already. 'No Me Dejes De Querer' has an infectious rhythm. This really proves that a caribbean soul is not an alma de roca! It's wonderful. The flores mix which comes after reduces the same song to a simple dancefloor number: but that has its place too. I think this album is flawless, but it has me floored!

completely thrilled me and surprised me!.......2001-12-03

Usually i'm not the greatest Gloria Estefan fan, but this cd utterly won me over! I'm not a super english Gloria Estefan fan, but her spanish cd's have captivated my heart. When i decided to buy this cd, i was waiting for your typical dance music. I was really glad to hear good spanish music because now a days we lack that. Every time i hear it (whether i'm doing homework, easy listening, or reading)I want to be Cuban (de la patria) and dance salsa forever! She moves me-if not her, then definitely her music/orchestra. Beautifully arranged, perfect timing, and a glorious attack of Cuban beat/rhythm/love/spice/energy!!! After this cd, i bought all her other spanish cd's immediately (like Mi Tierra and Abriendo Puertas) but nonetheless, this cd (Alma Caribena) beats them all! :)

Average customer rating: Great; Somewhat similar to Bachata rosa Alma Caribena-Caribbean Soul

Alma Caribeña Gloria Estefan Manufacturer: Sony ProductGroup: Music Binding: Audio CD General | Caribbean & Cuba | International | Styles | Music General | International | Styles | Music General | Latin Music | Styles | Music Latin Pop | Latin Music | Styles | Music General | Rock | Styles | Music Pop Rock | Pop | Styles | Music General | Adult Contemporary | Pop | Styles | Music General | Dance Pop | Dance & DJ | Styles | Music ASIN: B00004VW8E Release Date: 2000-07-04

Tracks:

1. Por un Beso
2. Punto de Referencia
3. Dame Otra Oportunidad
4. Como Me Duele Perderte
5. Te Tengo a Ti
6. Tres Gotas de Agua Bendita
7. Nuestra Felicidad
8. Flor y Tu Amor
9. Me Voy
10. Solo Por Tu Amor
11. Tengo Que Decirte Algo
12. No Me Dejes de Querer
13. No Me Dejes de Querer ["Flores" del Caribe Mix]

Customer Reviews:

Great; Somewhat similar to Bachata rosa.......2002-11-24

This album is beatiful. It does look a bit like Juan Luis Guerra's and the 440 Bachata Rosa, but obviously is much better recorded. Execution is great in the instrumental part. There seems to be however some kind of problem with the microphone and Gloria's voice, seems the microphone resonates to her voice which creates un unpleasant sound when taken to very high volumes. I do not think this is noticeable in the CD version, but in speakers with good resolution and SACD it is. Still, I keep on listening to it time and time again.

Alma Caribena-Caribbean Soul.......2000-09-10

This album make me feel I'm in Caribbean now, even I could'nt get there by myself, but I still can feel the sea breeze, the sunshine, and the love in there. I thanking for all of the staffs, make these wonderful music and it is really touch my mind very much. Thank you.

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