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Henri Dikongué made his worldwide mark with 1998's C'est la Vie, an album of gentle sophistication and sweet pop grooves. He comes from Cameroon but his music is an amalgam of West African folk, reggae, and Parisian pop; a worldly mix that is light and airy, reminiscent of Cesaria Evora or the easygoing side of Tropicalia in Brazil. A gorgeous, high-toned voice with a strong vibrato and an acoustic guitar dominate the whole sound, with flutes, saxophone, and percussion acting more as a cushion than as a strong component of the music. This album, originally released in Europe in 1995, has a slightly better edge than the more recent C'est la Vie, with some stronger vocal deliveries and a bit more groove to it, but either recording would be highly recommend for listeners looking for a little respite from "the big beat" of makossa, soukous, and other more popular styles from Africa. --Louis Gibson
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Super music that really captures the soul and heart!!!!!!!,
By Donovan I Oubre (Monterey, CA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Wa (Audio CD)
I was able to see him in concert in Oakland. Henri is fantastic plus his music will definitely capture you. This is a must by CD.
5.0 out of 5 stars
high water mark,
By Stargrazer "the lost mixtape of my life" (deep in the heart of Michigan) - See all my reviews (VINE VOICE)
This review is from: Wa (Audio CD)
An overlooked masterstroke, Dikongue's album is a triumph of understatement, succeeding where others founder by avoiding heavy-handed production. All the polyrhythms are there, the clear voice and range of instruments, without self-conscious westernizing of the sounds or over-dependence on percussion.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A great CD,
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This review is from: Wa (Audio CD)
The first Cd from Henri Dikongue.It still holds
a special place in the heart of most Cameroonians since it came out and changed the way music was done.The focus was turned to Henri. This is a nice buy for any lover of pure African music, don't go pass this. You will never regret it.
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