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Some African-music purists complain about Samite's polish and Western pop leanings, but the Ugandan-born singer and multi-instrumentalist is simply searching for connections with people of all kinds. Here he shares stories (the liner notes explain his native lyrics) about the ravages of AIDS in Africa and its effect on the children while somehow still managing to sound hopeful. His yearning and breathy mid-range voice isn't particularly dynamic, but it fits his subdued arrangements. The music is mostly a spare blend of acoustic guitar and flute as well as kalimba and other African percussion instruments. The tempo picks up to a gentle gallop on "Setula" and the hypnotic instrumental "Nalubale," which is driven by an interlocked tapestry of percussion and electric guitar. The title track is equally compelling, but with a Western slant that recalls the acoustic fusions of Paul Simon or Vusi Mahlasela. Simmering with emotion and ideas, Samite gently leads listeners along a path noteworthy for its message and beauty. 03/22/06 >> go there
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