The Tribute Sessions [IMPORT]

Terrance Simien

Product Details

• Audio CD (June 14, 2001)
• Original Release Date: July 10, 2001
• Number of Discs: 1
• Format: Import
• Label: Aim Records
• ASIN: B00005KJ15
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #189,189 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

Customer Reviews

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Grammy Award Material - It's That Good, May 9, 2002

By	"digginthefunk" (chicago (home of unimaginative radio)) - See all my reviews

I agree with the previous reviewer who said this was the most unique zydeco album ever. It celebrates the history and the culture and the genre better than any title I've ever heard. In the narrations, Terrance shares his thoughts and feelings about the artists and the contributions they made. Then he and his wonderful band pay tribute the best way they can: they play the artists' songs, and they play their butts off. It is wonderful. THIS IS THE TYPE OF MUSIC THE GRAMMYS SHOULD BE HONORING.

I have met Terrance on several occasions, and I can honestly say that he is the new torch bearer for zydeco, determined to honor the past while looking to the future. If you haven't heard him before, this is as good a place as any to start. This album features great jammin' zydeco, soulful vocals, and an overall great vibe.

Also noteworthy is his other new CD "Creole for Kids" which is a companion to a program he has developed to bring the music to kids at schools. My kids love it.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Tribute Sessions, September 24, 2001

By A Customer

This CD is the most unique ever released in Zydeco. Terrance Simien is the one artist in zydeco that consistently creates intriguing and thoughtful music. This release is true art and delivered in a tasteful manner that befits each of the artists he pays tribute too. In a time when we all should be more mindful of those that have inspired us, our personal hereo's, Simien leads the way with his expressive narration that sets up a poignant visual image to compliment the music tracks. I saw him on tour with the Dave Matthews Band earlier this year and there is so much more this great artist has to offer and Dave obviously sees this as well. If you can ever see him live, you will be very pleased, inspired and feeling fine for days following! Peace love and Zydeco! A Faithful Beadhead from the good old US if A! BUY THIS TITLE!

5.0 out of 5 stars Best zydeco album ever...., June 22, 2007

By	collegemoney - See all my reviews

...because it honors the artists and songs that bring individuality to this musical style. In much the same way that the Dillards diversified bluegrass music with Wheatstraw Suite, the songs here diversify zydeco beyond the usual accordian/rubboard repetition inherent in the style. Try to find the two disc set, where one disc doesn't have the narration. While the narration is essential to Terrance's story of tribute, it can get bothersome when you just want to listen to the music uninterrupted.