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Pharaoh's Daughter Haran Oy!Hoo Records (www.pharaoh'sdaughter.com)
It's a tricky balancing act, but Brooklyn-based Pharaoh's Daughter manages a compelling mixture of ancient Judaic musical motifs and modern arrangements. The balance is further enhanced by the eclecticism of bandleader/vocalist/oud and saz player Basya Schechter, whose passion for music that is equal parts psychedelic and mystical handily meets her respect for subject matter based on Jewish, Christian and Muslim sources. Her love for such bands as the Doors and Led Zeppelin is evident as well, though not to the point where the music is overtly rock. The prevailing sound is breezy and meditative. Most songs ride on a light electronic sheen that gives an array of acoustic instruments (violin, ney, accordion, kamanche, kora, etc) the elbow room they need. Strains of the Middle East, the Mediterranean, North Africa and elsewhere come into play, constructing a finely nuanced CD more concerned with edifying mind, ear and spirit than trying to impress with fusionist pretensions. - Tom Orr 08/15/07
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