Customer Reviews

Palermo Nuevo

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The product description says it all: "[the album will] appeal to a sophisticated lifestyle-oriented consumer". But will it appeal to a tango lover? Hmmm.

Unfortunately the better tracks here are the least adventurous, which should tell you something. "Libertango" is completely in the style of the Gotan Project's first album (which is no bad thing). But from here on its mostly downhill. "Vuelvo al sur" is given a very simple repetitive drum-bass treatment with no variation of beat.

What drew me to this album was seeing that track 3, "Homage to Chet Baker", was based on the wonderful tune "Alone Together". Unfortunately it's just a mess - the wonderful melody has no chance. Listen to Jo Stafford to hear this tune done properly.

Track 5, "The Gaucho's Pain" is indeed that, a painful reworking of Piazzolla's "Oblivion"

In summary: a commercial attempt to cash in on the tango nuevo mini-boom, with little of originality - sorry

I bought this CD just for Libertango and found myself with quite a few nice surprises. The touch-up of almost lounge-like effect gives the music a layer of fullness than the traditional tango. Unlike the many comtemporary tango mixes that lack a distinct tune, the pieces in this album excel by revolving around a few memorable passionate main themes. The vocal parts are sexy and sad. Recommended songs #1,2,4,6,8.

Palermo Nuevo is a real masterpiece by famous German music producer Claus Zundel's project "Tango Jointz". Zundel's music is as usually very sensual , spiritual. Involves chants and Dances from differnet corners of the world.
Acompanied by a number of Tango music performers Claus produced something which can at first sound strange but you will definitly love it after a second - third listen.

So, palermo Nuevo is lates great release by great "The Brave" !

I love this CD and so does everyone I put it on for. Regardless of whether they are dancers or not its sensual sultriness captures the feeling that draws people into the soul of Tango. Often simple rhythms are the easiest to enjoy because the dancer has to work less hard on the music and focus on dancing smoothly with good flow. I highly recommend this CD.

Went in blind when I bought this one. I just hit the "recommend" button on Amazon and trusted to luck. It was a good choice.

While not all tracks are great for dancing - they are great in their own way.

For the Nuvo fans amongst us, this album will give you 4-5 pretty good tracks. The rest of the album is made up of a couple of slow Nuevo numbers and a few cool Jazz style tracks. The horn on Track 10, "Nuit Sur Les Champ" is particularly haunting.

The star performer on this album is "Ricardito Reviera". His tracks are mostly right on the money for those looking to get some good solid Nuevo numbers under their belts. Track 1 is a pearl.

Again, this album is for those of us who are looking for something new in music and something that is good to dance to.

Enjoy
Arthur
Brisbane

Excellent relaxing sexy music. Female vocal adds atmosphere of Buenos Aires café. Much more involving then just instrumental electro tangos like Carlos Libedinsky.
Grades:
Music: 5 of 5
Vocal: 5 of 5
Sound/Recording: 3-4 of 5