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Bembeya Jazz, Bembeya (World Village) After a difficlut '80s and near silence through the '90s, Guinea's beloved Bembeya Jazz resurface with their first disc in 15 years. The venerable, 11-piece Afro-swing-pop outfit was originally a government sponsored vehicle for celebrating the heart and soul of Guinea, and though they've been de-nationalized and then internationalized, they still do. Rhumba-esque rhythms and arrangements showcase the band's lively horns, luxurious vocal harmonies and triple guitar action, particularly the deft picking of Sekou "Diamond Fingers" Diabate. An inviting delight from a cornerstone of post colonial pop. 07/24/03
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