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Promise

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Boban Markovic, "The King of Balkan Brass", and his ten-member Orkestar, Serbia's leading brass band, have won numerous awards over the past ten years at the annual Guca Brass Band Festival. The Promise - The King of Balkan Brass is their latest music CD album, featuring Boban's original music accompanied by Markovic's talented, trumpet-blowing son Marko. The Promise is Boban Markovic's first all-studio production, and like his previous albums, is solidly rooted in Gypsy folk tunes. A lively, toe-tapping musical experience that transcends borders with its sheer enthusiasm and vivacity. English text information is included. 55 min.

I bought this CD after hearing a Boban Markovic concert. The concert was pretty good and the music had a lot of energy and even some melody. This CD is not like the concert - the beats are not great for dancing and the melodies are just not there. For the fans of Boban Markovic, I'm sure this is a great CD but for others it might be an acquired taste.

This album is beyond incredible. I don't really know what else to say, except that if you get it, you won't be disappointed.

This is one of my favorite cds, it reminds me of serbian weddings and celebrations, with such a unique sound. That brass just puts you in such a good mood and makes you want to dance and shake. Boban is such a master and the rythms are fantastic. If you want to discover the tru sound of southern Serbia, this is it.