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Jolgorio

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When I first heard Peru Negro, I was blown away. So much passion, very soulful, and these beautiful melodies off-set with some great rhythms. Apparently, they play cajons (wooden boxes) and a type of rattle made from a donkey jaw bone whose unique sound alone makes this album worth checking out. Anyone who digs Afro-Cuban music will love this unique combiation of Latin, African, and Indian sounds. Highly recommended!

El viernes, 10 de Marzo de 2006 en Albany, New York, tuve el gran placer de aplaudir a los "Embajadores Culturales de Perú." Entre sus bailes y cantos, una sincera e inminente melancolía corría en mí ser al experimentar tanta belleza, ritmos y unión por un mejor porvenir. PERU NEGRO engalana la música negra del PERU. Este disco, es un verdadero tesoro que todo Peruano tiene que tener. Con sus presentaciones, sus bailes, ritmos majestuoso ejemplar peruano, me enamoré más de mi hermoso Perú... ¡VIVA EL PERU! y ¡VIVA PERU NEGRO!

Times Square Records presents a diverse and complex release "Jolgorio", featuring Peru Negro with melancholic ingredients serving up delectable cues with a touch of tradition thrown in. We're talking about rich material with an influence of past history and rhythm complete with the passion of its people.

Mixed with melodies and harmonies derive the accent of Afro Peruvian cues that keep the listener within a heartfelt boundary. African, Indian, Latin and European music has evolved into and through 200 years ~ leading us into a rebirth of Peruvian with African blends that come to us like a warm summer breeze.

Entire album is intriguing with a spirit of roots from long ago ~ a message comes from the rhythmic tempo set by each member of the cast. Peru Negro's repertoire brings traditional tracks celebrating the history of Blacks in Peru ~ chants mixed with melancholic chords give off an unfamiliar sound that sets the stage in keeping their origins strong ties ~ an adventure into the past through the music of Peru Negro!

Total Time: 55:42 on 13 Tracks ~ Times Square 9035 ~ (1/20/2004)