| | | African Odyssey
Putumayo returns to Africa with African Odyssey, an entrancing expedition through the beautiful acoustic music of this diverse continent. From the haunting melodies of Mali to the lyrical Portuguese-influenced songs of Guinea- Bissau, African Odyssey is a voyage of discovery. It uncovers a number of artists whose music has never been heard outside of their borders as well as voices who are just beginning to be featured on the international stage. Meditative and reflective, yet overflowing with soul and spirit, the music on African Odyssey is a mesmerizing journey through this rich and varied region. The music of Africa is recognized worldwide for its complex rhythms and upbeat dance styles. The predominant image of African music is that of drumming and percussion, and indeed much of the rhythmic elements of contemporary popular music throughout the Western world have roots in the rhythms of Africa. Africa is also a tremendous source of beautiful, melodic music with a slower, more introspective flavor. For African Odyssey Putumayo has selected 10 beautiful songs from 7 different countries that reveal a melodic side of African music that is often overlooked.
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