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The New Yeux
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East Bay Express, The New Yeux >>
Who knew klezmer could sound so contemporary, so full of energy, and so sexy? Before the release of Les Yeux Noirs' Balamouk in 2000, the genre's image seemed as dated as the Talmud. But that album -- which blended the traditional rhythms of Jewish folk music with Romanian and Middle Eastern gypsy stylings and a rock 'n' roll attitude -- opened a lot of eyes to what modern klezmer could aspire to be. Emotionally stirring vocals, passionate violin riffs, funky bass lines, electric guitar textures, and up-to-date recording techniques all came together in seemingly magical fashion. Both surprisingly accessible and highly danceable, Balamouk was nothing short of a tour de force. The group's newest album, Live, spotlights the majesty of their concert performance, with stirring renditions of "Balamouk," "Cioara," and "Yiddishe Mama," as well as several new songs. The group plays Ashkenaz (1317 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley) at 7:30, a show that promises to overflow wi-- Eric K. Arnold 04/30/03 >> go there
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