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Bellydance Superstars, Vol. 5 Participated by Various Artists Studio : Cia - Copeland Int'l by Cia - Copeland Int'l Release Date : 2007-10-23 Publisher : Cia - Copeland Int'l Availability : Usually ships in 1-2 business days EAN : 0894169004029 UPC : 894169004029 Avg. Customer Rating: (based on 2 reviews)
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Still not as good as the first |
As a fan of BDSS music and shows, I've been disappointed with the latest efforts (Versions 3 and 4). While I still think nothing will top the first music CD put out by the BDSS, Volume 5 is a great CD.
I agree with the previous reviewer that the opening song is simply the most beautiful piece of belly dance composed in a long time. It's haunting and I can't help but dance when I hear it. There are also some fun, upbeat danceable songs on this CD, but there are several songs that I couldn't use for my style - too repetitive in their beats.
By biggest complaint is the same complaint I've had with past BDSS CDs, there is no good drum solo on the CD! My favorite CDs are those that contain music from which I can create a complete routine, entrance, veil dance, floor work or taksim, upbeat crowd pleaser and drum solo. This CD is has the veil routine and the upbeat piece, but is lacking the others in my opinion. |
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It's so very, very good |
If it took an album like "Babelesque" to make BDSS 5 happen, it was worth it.
Every single song on this album is infectious and danceable, from the classic Egyptian stylings of "Escape from Cairo", to the sha'abi of Hoda and Sa'ad, to the techno of Oojami's "Zaman" and the tribal fusion of Beats Antique's "The Lantern".
Most importantly, the album opens with a heart-wrenchingly gorgeous track, the magnificent and dramatic "Yearning", which I think may be the most beautiful and expressive song ever included in the BDSS catalog.
I apologize, Miles. More, please. Thank you. |
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