Madras 1974
World
| Sep 2008
Reviews
Decca
Reviewed 2008-09-03
Reviewed 2008-09-03
As the title suggests, recorded in Madras (Chennai), Tamil Nadu (South India) in 1974. A “carnatic brass band” with percussion and a squeaky, clarinet-like sound. The percussion is especially good and can just snake on and on. I really like the interplays between the performers and the way the ragas take you on a complete journey. All good.
1. Only :39 seconds, a brassy taste of waltz.
*2. Light and catchy w/long perc solo. Great fun.
3. Slower a first, then more lively with nice interplays. Head nodding.
*4. Deliciously wandering into some upbeat percussion/blowing. Great
5. Nearly 30 min. Starts w/perc follows a wild, unrestrained path.
*6. Almost a klezmer/bellydance blend. Upbeat & fun.
*7. Too short w/an upbeat sway. Great energy.
*8. Playful, childlike sing-songy sound. Upbeat.
9. Upbeat, rhythmic, great energy. Wild but controlled. Good stuff.
1. Only :39 seconds, a brassy taste of waltz.
*2. Light and catchy w/long perc solo. Great fun.
3. Slower a first, then more lively with nice interplays. Head nodding.
*4. Deliciously wandering into some upbeat percussion/blowing. Great
5. Nearly 30 min. Starts w/perc follows a wild, unrestrained path.
*6. Almost a klezmer/bellydance blend. Upbeat & fun.
*7. Too short w/an upbeat sway. Great energy.
*8. Playful, childlike sing-songy sound. Upbeat.
9. Upbeat, rhythmic, great energy. Wild but controlled. Good stuff.
Recent airplay
Varnam In Raga Shankarbharanam Janya
At the Cafe Bohemian — Nov 04, 2008
Varnam In Raga Shankarbharanam Janya
At the Cafe Bohemian — Oct 28, 2008
Varnam In Raga Shankarbharanam Janya
The Rent Party — Oct 24, 2008
Kriti Raghauvamsa Sudha, Raga Kadanakutuhalam
At the Cafe Bohemian — Oct 21, 2008
Varnam In Raga Shankarbharanam Janya
At the Cafe Bohemian — Oct 14, 2008
Ragamalika, Begins With Raga Anandabhairavi
Sunshine ... in the Afternoon — Oct 09, 2008
Charting
2008-09-07 — 2008-11-09
Reggae/World
| Week Ending | Airplays |
|---|---|
| Nov 9 | 1 |
| Nov 2 | 1 |
| Oct 26 | 2 |
| Oct 19 | 1 |
| Oct 12 | 2 |
| Sep 28 | 2 |
| Sep 21 | 4 |
| Sep 14 | 1 |
Track listing
| 1. | Short Warm Up Tune Like A Western Waltz | ||
| 2. | Varnam In Raga Shankarbharanam Janya | ||
| 3. | Varnam Sami Ninne Raga Shankarabharanam | ||
| 4. | Kriti Koluvamaregada Raga Todi | ||
| 5. | Kriti Raga Mohanam, Tala Adi | ||
| 6. | Kriti Raghauvamsa Sudha, Raga Kadanakutuhalam | ||
| 7. | Javili Apadruku Lonaitine, Raga Khamas | ||
| 8. | English "Note" | ||
| 9. | Ragamalika, Begins With Raga Anandabhairavi |