Africa

Leni Stern | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Audio CD (October 30, 2007)
• Original Release Date: 2007
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Leni Stern [Ryko]
• ASIN: B000W1V7OK
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #206,898 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Bamake

2. 1000 Stars

3. Keita

4. Simbo

5. Ahinin Be Al Allah (Lord, Have Mercy)

6. Saya (Farewell)

7. Aman Iman (Water Is Life)

8. Ousmane

9. Alu Maye (Have You Seen)

10. Ami

11. Dakkan (What Is Written)

12. Childsoldier

13. Forest Song

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An African journey, December 10, 2007

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Bodhi Heeren (Copenhagen) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Africa (Audio CD)

Over the past years this jazzguitarist turned singer/songwriter has produced a string of diverse, highly original albums, all of them nothing short of brilliant.

World music elements have featured on all of her albums, here she has exclusively delved into the rich tradition of African music. And like the late great Joe Zawinul, Leni's take on the heritage of Africa is not a casual flirt, but a deep and sincere immersion in another culture.

One could have doubts how wel her frail and fragile voice was suited to this kind of music, but as always she comes out strong thanks to her sheer musicality and emotional depth. And helped by the fine Malian vocalist Ami Saiko.

There is a moving tribute to her old friend Michael Brecker, "1000 Stars", and his sax is even heard on two of the tracks. A host of brilliant African musicians play on the recordings, all anchored by the powerful drumming of Will Calhoun (of Living Colour). And, for the first time, there is also a cameo by husband Mike Stern. While Leni herself has dived deep into African musical styles in her guitarplaying, without abandoning her blues, funk and jazzroots.

Another highly recommended album from this unique (female) artist.

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars always beautiful, January 28, 2009

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G. Trombetta "tutta la freggna" (pittsburgh Pa) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Africa (Audio CD)

I love her work. This one has really grown on me. What a beautiful soul.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Very nice, August 25, 2008

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LW (san francisco, ca USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Africa (Audio CD)

real good and honest effort,

Leni spent much time there and is going back to play with the musicians who contributed here.

It sounds authentic - a real and unique addition to my cd library.

Timeless.