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Journey of Dreams

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While this album has been out a while, it is a rare find in that it is one of the few Ladysmith albums that is well produced.

Credit this group's biggest fan, Paul Simon, with applying just the right deft touch to the magic voices of this legendary troupe.

Several of the self-produced Ladysmith albums I am in possession of lack the clarity and definition that seem necessary to fully appreciate the strength and passion in this group's voices.

And oh, what voices.

Funny liner note fact: Black Mombaza means "black axe" and was a name applied to Ladysmith by competitors in South African singing contests. Apparently Ladysmith never lost.

A fabulous special bonus awaits those to listen through to the 13th cut, "Amazing Grace," with Paul Simon singing lead.

Too cool.

This is the most recent addition to my Ladysmith collection, and I couldn't be happier with it! This is a collection of some of their most beautiful music. It is full of great beats and fun sounds to enjoy, as well as a BEAUTIFUL rendition of Amazing Grace with Paul Simon. There are a few songs with English words, and the rest is in Zulu, but it comes with a CD booklet with all of the words so you can follow along. This is a must-have for Ladysmith collectors and for anyone who likes the song "Amazing Grace"! You won't be disappointed!

LBM does another great job of amazing harmonies and emotional lyrics. This is another homerun of superb African choral music.

I LOVED this cd; it's great. If you have only enough money to buy one "Ladysmith Black Mambazo" cd, make this the one

Amazing sounds of Africa, melodies that one has heard allover the world at one point or another, melodies that have touched your heart.
Their ability to sing these traditional songs in an expressive manner, even if you don't understand the lyrics, you will feel the emotions.
It makes me very melancholic to think of the love expressed, for a country so beautiful yet dangerous. A country so rich yet rubbed misused and exploited.
It touches my heart to listen to the songs and feel the love for their beloved south Africa.