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Binding: Audio CDEAN: 0657036115026 Label: Six Degrees Manufacturer: Six Degrees MPN: 361150 Number Of Discs: 1 Publisher: Six Degrees Release Date: June 24, 2008 Studio: Six Degrees Editorial Review: Album Description: "Nine Heavens" features nine intricately carved original arrangements and compositions of traditional folk songs and mystical Sufi poems from Iran, the Indian sub-continent and Turkey. With a strong emphasis on composition, Niyaz centers on the deep interconnectedness between the music of Iran, India and Turkey, and delves further into the traditional melodies of these regions with outstanding performances by its core members as well as guest musicians of the highest caliber from these three traditions. Nine Heavens has been released as a double disc set. One cd embodies the original concept of the band which is to bridge the gap between the traditional and modern by creating a finely-tuned balance of acoustic and electronic music. The second will be a solely acoustic version of the album, which will feature a more organic approach with a stronger emphasis on traditional acoustic instrumentation with added percussion. Album Description: Two CD set of two versions of the album in the same package. One is an electronic/acoustic version of Nine Heavens embodying the original philosophy of the band's desire to bring together the ancient and the modern, and the second version is the solely acoustic recordings of these songs. The acoustic recordings are so rich, Niyaz is confident fans of both genres will enjoy it. Average Rating:
 Rating: - pleasant listening!These folks do such a wonderful job combining music from their country of origin and putting it to words from their favorite mentors. Such a pleasure to hear them.--Madeleine Rating:  - musical hypnotismHypnotic. Mesmerizing. Sensual. The list of superlatives goes on. I bought this cd based on a single listen of "Beni Beni" on a local radio station and did I ever get my moneys worth. For those of you who found Stings song "Desert Rose" captivating welcome to a hidden mine. Rating: - So worth it!I came across their name by happy accident. I viewed some of their music on Youtube and decided to get their latest release. I sat and listened to both cds. I was unhappy that it seemed over so soon. I say ditto to all 14 previous reviews. Niyaz, you have a new fan. Rating: - Great find!Dreamy, haunting, truly magical music...Azam Ali's voice is otherwordly. This compilation touches the soul. Can't get enough of it. Rating: - Wonderful CDThank you NIYAZ for this haunting and beautiful CD. If you've never listened to anything but Western style music then challenge yourself and buy this CD. You will be rewarded by entering into a world of mystic poetry from Turkey and Iran that's accompanied by a blend of traditional instruments and artfully applied electronics (Synths and tastefully applied digital reverb on the vocals). The percussion (darbuka and other instruments)exhibition on this CD is quite masterful. Azam Ali has a fluid ... Read More |
