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Their name comes from a French translation of Ochi Chornya (in English, thats black eyes), an old Russian Gypsy tune that was a big international hit at one time for the seminal outfit jazz guitarist Django Reinhardt. Classically trained violinists, Les Yeux Noirs fell in love with Yiddish folk traditions and set about to recreate Roma (gypsy) tunes. The album title literally translates to soup (a Turkish soup whose recipe boasts a wide range of wholesome ingredientsanother comparison to the band) and could be a parable for their touring which has seen the septet play reggae, jazz, and classical festivals as well as venues really off the beaten path like churches, cellars, and even California biker clubs. The music is Gypsy in orientation but features classical influences from Eastern European, Jewish, and rock music with David Bowie and Supertramp cited as musical icons by the Slabiak brothers Eric and Olivier. Crafty and a breathtaking listen thats upbeat despite the long history of abuse and persecution that is intertwined in Gypsy culture. 12/12/05 >> go there
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