Customer Reviews

Ma'Cheri

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I have Freshlyground's 2nd album: Nomvula & absolutely l-o-v-e it!! I listen to it every night outside to unwind after a long day (between raising a family & caring for a loved one with Cancer - I look forward to something that is relaxing & still uplifting).

I was so excited about their new release Ma'cheri but wondered, "Will it be as good"?? The answer ... Y-E-S, it just as good and even better! The songs have a happy up beat sound that is still warm & flavorful. I am truly happy that I got this CD. Although there isn't any sound clips on Amazon, please go to:
http://www.freshlyground.com

and click on Discography - select, listen to ... you'll have the option to listen to sound clips of all songs from their 3 albums.

I really don't see how anyone could go wrong buying this CD ... it is WONDERFUL!! Every song will have you singing along ... my personal favorite is "Pot belly" I think it should be every woman's anthem (lol).

Anyways, go check out the song clips, buy the CD & enjoy!

Good Times!!! There is no song here that disappoints. I bought this because I had seen the Potbelly video on youtube and fell immediately in love. I thought that Potbelly would be my favorite song, and so, of course I made the mistake of listening to only Potbelly for the longest time. Today I decided to listen to the entire album and was blown completely away. I repeat, there is no song here that disappoints. This is an A+ complilation. It makes me simultaneously very happy and very, very homesick. And for those of you who understand Zulu, you will LOL when you listen to Manikiniki... Show yourself some love and buy this CD.

Caught this group live at Celebrate Brooklyn / summer09 and fell in love. Zolani is one little powerhouse of a singer. The overall sound is very modern, light and spacious. The vocals are gorgeous and airy. Not a lot in common with some favorite, traditional Afropop groups like King Sunny Ade, Baaba, Salif. But like their name says, its "Freshly Ground". I am buying this again because I scratched my first copy! nuff said ;}

A South African friend just alerted me to this DELICIOUS music ... if you like Erika Bhadu, Dido, Jolie Holland, Cesaria D'Oviera ... then you will LOVE this - its the very best 'chick music'. Easy listening, lovely lyrics, full of love and great dance rhythms. enjoy! Love Naomi

I only recently heard about freshlyground, but I have an affinity for any type of African music. Although it has a many African influences, it is so much more! So much of the album centers around positive themes, and happiness.
That is what I love about this group. Some of my favorite tracks include "Fired Up" a rocking sing along theme. The beautiful "Arms of Steel" is reminds me of a child's lulluby mixed with American country sensibility, with wonderful strings! Despite the fact that I can't understand "Umalume" I love it's musical elements of violins and organ. Even the somewhat sad song "Pink Confetti" is heartfelt and beautiful and you can really feel and empathize with the singers longing for her love

Try it out, you'll like it if you like happy uplifting music.

I attended the 2009 Cape Town Jazz Festival and this group is definitely worth seeing and hearing. This CD is a must have in your collection, I hope they tour the United States. This group can be the next great group out of South Africa, don't just take my word, go to "You Tube" and check them out yourself!

Freshly Ground is part of my friend's recovery treatment. Her daughter is studying abroad in South Africa. While studying there, she shared this music with her Mom who has been diagnosed with throat cancer. The music has been a positive influence in her Mom's recovery efforts and the thread that connects Mom with daughter. Thanks for the needed lift!!!