Amazing Music of the World.

[Nikhil]

Susheela Raman - another example of interesting IMO ethno fusion from my collection.

Artur,

 

Those Susheela Raman videos are a little dodgy to put it mildly. The second video "Ganapati" specially is a very poor version/interpretation of a classical Carnatic devotional song. It is a devotional song to Ganesh or Ganapathi - the remover of obstacles. Here is a more authentic version of the same song Maha Ganapathim Manasa by singer K J Yesudas.

 

[YashN]

"Begin Japanalogy".

 

Hadn't heard of it, but looks like a great series I'd thoroughly enjoy!

 

If you like Japanese Culture, try these too:

 

1. Terrace House (Netflix)

 

2. Midnight Diner (Netflix)

[semente]

[sphinxsix]

@semente Qyria Yefefyia - very 'minimalist', very beautiful!

 

@Nikhil Sorry buddy, I don't get it. IMO there were at least half a dozen posts on this thread more 'popish' than this one. Some of them yours BTW (remember semente scolding you for them?). In the begining of this thread I proposed that just an ethnic element is enough to post the performance which doesn't have to be in 100% 'authentically' ethnic. I didn't claim that Susheela Raman is a traditional Indian folk performer recorded in the forest near Varanasi ! But I think you will agree that these songs do have a strong ethnic element. As for her music - she isn't my personal personal favorite but I think her music is quite (not very) interesting and some people may have a chance to get to know her name due to these posts cause she's not a vey popular performer and maybe like her music (maybe even more than I do..). You obvously didn't and that's ok with me.

Let's be openminded and tolerant here, my friend, ok?

And don't be afraid I won't post any Bollywood hits Unless my music taste changes dramatically, ha, ha.

[Nikhil]

Hadn't heard of it, but looks like a great series I'd thoroughly enjoy!

If you like Japanese Culture, try these too:

1. Terrace House (Netflix)

2. Midnight Diner (Netflix)

 

 

Just started watching "Tan Men" the first episode of Midnight Diner.

Brilliant show ... thanks for the reference!

[Nikhil]

@Nikhil Sorry buddy, I don't get it. ...

I was pointing out the difference between - to use an analogy - sparkling wine from a convenience store and a top shelf Riesling from the Rheingau. It helps to know the difference.

 

.... I won't post any Bollywood hits Unless my music taste changes dramatically, ha, ha.

Bollywood - to continue the analogy - is like a cocktail.

As always, the bartender's skills are critical.

[sphinxsix]

@Nikhil I used to pick up grapes during my student summer holidays in France (in Alsace where they make great white wines too) many times. And I used to like wine in the old days. I think I know a thing or two about it. Believe me - it's hard to buy Riesling or Gewurtzraminer (my favourite from this area) outside France (IMO the French make better white wines than the Germans) that could match the quality of wines they make and drink in small Alsatian vineyards. And spending big bucks on it doesn't necessarily help. My theory is - they keep it all for themselves You know - they drink a lot there

 

 

But with music it's different. For me it can leave its country of origin and change due to different influences. From my point of view many fascinating recordings were created by fusing or clashing two (or more) music traditions. Starting with Miles Davis jazz-rock (fusion!) period and such albums like 'In a Silent Way' or 'Bitches Brew'. The same goes for let's say some of John McLaughlin's music, ECM ethnic jazz and many other recordings. There is no way to list them all here.

 

These are my personal opinions and general observations. I'm not defending Susheela Raman here. As I said in my opinion she isn't bad but I'm not a big fan of her.

 

As for the 'Bollywood cocktail' - I must have not met the right bartender Have you.?

[sphinxsix]

Finally I had a chance to listen attentively to K J Yesudas performance which @Nikhil posted. Last time I heard the traditional Indian vocal music long ago and it didn't impress me then. Now I'm stunned! In particular the last minute improvisation (?) (reminds me of Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan singing). Could somebody recommend more music like that? Music quality comes first but it would be nice if SQ was good too. I count on you Nikhil, too.

[Nikhil]

Glad you liked that.

 

Introducing Ustad Rashid Khan who comes from the Hindustani Music tradition.

The song is Raag Bhairav which has a sombre mood to it.

 

 

[Nikhil]

Carnatic Music Female Vocalist Aruna Sairam

Percussionist fans notice the mridangam drum and the ghatam (earthen pot)

 

The music follows a back and forth between the vocals and accompanying instruments.

 

[Nikhil]

And back to Hindustani Classical via a Thumri (a romantic song) by Nina Burmi.

 

 

[video=youtube;kfBvz2rG-NI]

[semente]

I have to revisit India sometime...

 

R

[sphinxsix]

@Nikhil Thx! I won't mind more posts on Indian vocal music.

 

 

Cause..

 

@semente I'm doing it right now (musically).

[Nikhil]

As for the 'Bollywood cocktail' - I must have not met the right bartender Have you.?

 

Here is a sample ... you have been warned!

 

[Nikhil]

@Nikhil Thx! I won't mind more posts on Indian vocal music.

 

 

Sure. Here is a devotional music style called "Abhang" in the Marathi language from Western India

 

[sphinxsix]

Here is a sample ... you have been warned!

 

This is a new form of fusion to me. Hmmm.. Spaniwood.?

[semente]

Persian music from Iran:

 

[video=youtube;-0zfIHprxfc]

 

 

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Music-South-Khorassan-Sima-Bina/dp/B01MG6LLJY/

[Nikhil]

This is a new form of fusion to me. Hmmm.. Spaniwood.?

 

Anything is possible in Bollywood. A little Indian spice in Spain.

[sphinxsix]

Seems that the number of Gipsy Klezmers in Barcelona may increase quite soon

Actually this time they should be called Balkan Klezmers in Vilnius.

 

[Nikhil]

If you like Japanese Culture, try these too:

 

1. Terrace House (Netflix)

 

2. Midnight Diner (Netflix)

@YashN

 

Thanks again for the intro Midnight Diner. What a fantastic series!

I have been trying to find the music for the series online but no luck so far.

[kumakuma]

@YashN

 

Thanks again for the intro Midnight Diner. What a fantastic series!

I have been trying to find the music for the series online but no luck so far.

 

A CD containing music from the series was released in Japan and is available from CDJapan:

 

CDJapan : Shinya Shokudou no Uta V.A. CD Album

[christopher3393]

Emilia Amper, Scandinavian nyckelharpist and folk singer, has a new album out:eClassical - LUX – Emilia Amper

 

 

[sphinxsix]

Just discovered Anoushka Shankar 'Land of Gold' is available (24-44) on HDTracks (probably it's old news for some)

 

 

Land Of Gold | HDtracks - The World's Greatest-Sounding Music Downloads

[Superdad]

Sure. Here is a devotional music style called "Abhang" in the Marathi language from Western India

 

Thanks again for that one Nikhil. It is surprising to me how much this Abhang style sounds like Qawwali. But sung by women! I like it.

 

--Alex C.

[Nikhil]

Thanks again for that one Nikhil. It is surprising to me how much this Abhang style sounds like Qawwali. But sung by women! I like it.

--Alex C.

 

 

I see where you are coming from - interesting! Abhang however is religious devotional music sung by pilgrims/devotees to Vithala, the deity of the Pandharpur temple. It's a very unique style sung in the Marathi language and is a sort of lively praise music in contrast to the bhajan which is a reflective worship style.

 

Glad you liked it. I did not know you had an interest in Indian music.

 

Regards.