India's Master Musicians (Live) - L. Subramaniam & Alla Rakha

Advantages: One of the most passionate performances of Ravi Shankar
Disadvantages: none at all

...and western musicians. such as Ravi Shankar and "Yehudi Menuhin". This merging of two streams of music is often referred to as fusion Music. ABOUT THE ALBUM It was released in 1981, though it was composed much earlier in 1948. The performance begins with RAGA MOHAN KAUNS, goes on to explore RAGA GARA to the final piece Tala ...Talas are the rhythmic structures of Indian classical music, and the final piece is an exploration of TALA FARODAST by the Great Alla Rakha, one of the finest Tabla players...The total performance by the masters ,leaves you spellbound This Great Classical Album is a winner all the way... Read review

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Advantages: Live set of classic Masters Of Reality tunes, with Josh Homme and Nick Oliveri
Disadvantages: None really

...This album brings together the talents of stoner rocks finest to produce a great live album. The band rocks through a great set of material from the whole Masters Of Reality catalogue - although it mainly focuses' on their recent output. Recorded live on their European tour of 2001 with Chris Goss, Josh Homme (QOTSA), Nick Oliveri (QOTSA) and John Leamy. Personally, I love this album. Its is psychedelic stoner rock at its best and i would recommend to any Masters Of Reality fan, as well as anyone wanting to hear some great live music. This is however not the best place to start if you are new to the Masters Of Reality experience - that would be 'Sunrise On The Sufferbus'. Instead it showcases the new Masters of Reality at their best, playing a set of brilliant live music including a selection of songs from their last album 'Deep... Read review

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Advantages: Perfect story-telling songwriting, exceptional vocals, Chapman's best work
Disadvantages: If there is any it would be that the album is too short!

...is a breathy singer, a moving songwriter and a skillful musician. We also find her more mature in all regards. She has kept her focus on the reality of the world and the plight that many struggle with. Chapman spends a substantial amount of her musical talents aimed on social subjects on this album. This can make for emotionally dark moments but there is always a lamp lit as Tracy pulls you through with promise in uplifting vocals and delightful music. Where you Live shows us a more soulful Tracy Chapman as impossible as that sounds. She pulls in more blues influences into this release. A lot of thought has been put into the flow of this record too and the front to back listening experience of Where you Live is superb. Each individual tracks gives you a taste, a course of the meal. Where you Live is soul food for your ears. All the tracks... Read review

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