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Egypt

~ Youssou N'Dour
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  • Audio CD (7 Jun 2004)
  • Number of Discs: 1
  • Label: East West
  • ASIN: B00024BHCO
  • Other Editions: Audio CD  |  MP3 Download
  • Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 9,279 in Music (See Bestsellers in Music)

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Amazon.co.uk Review

Released five years after it was recorded, and quite possibly delayed as a result of the war on terror, Egypt is Youssou N'Dour's long overdue homage to Senegal's mystical (and moderate) Sufi take on Islam. It's his first internationally released album in two decades without a word of English and a breath of fresh air as such. Cairo's Fathy Salama Orchestra add the textures and tonalities of the Arab world to Youssou N'Dour's small group of Senegalese musicians and singers with often thrilling results.

It's not an immediate album by any means, and some may miss the major chords and frenetic mbalax rhythms of his other work, which only surface in restrained form on "Cheikh Ibra Fall". In their place are loping North African grooves, trilling flutes, the buzzing drones of various Egyptian reed instruments and big sweeping string arrangements all skilfully combined with the tinkle of kora and the woody tones of the balafon. Youssou N'Dour's distinctive tenor is unusually subdued in most places and often complemented by fine call-and-response chorus vocals. The consistency of tone and mood--generally one of reverent but restrained ecstasy--might initially seem monochromatic, but Egypt handsomely repays repeated listens. --Jon Lusk



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International pop star Youssou N'Dour explores of the themes and sounds of Senegal's Sufi culture on this striking 2004release. Markedly different than the artist's other albums,on which African elements combine with Caribbean influence and various American styles (including soul, jazz, and rock), EGYPT moves away from N'Dour's trademark pop and deep intothe territory of traditional religious music. Though characterised by an undercurrent of West African rhythms and inflections, the sound here--as the title indicates--draws on North African and Middle Eastern Arab music, and features such regional instruments as the oud, the arghul (a double-reed bamboo flute), tablas, and various Arab Gulf percussion.
There is a distinct classical aura here (the personnel list includes an arranger, a conductor, and a score manager). The Fathy Salama Orchestra, which backs N'Dour throughout, features--in addition to Egyptian flutes and drums--first and bass violins, and the group's complex, elegant interplay gives these recordings a stately, stirring feel. N'Dour's voice, in contrast to its usual role as a high, soaring lead, blendssubtly into the musical fabric here. A recording notable for its focus, passion, and beauty, EGYPT is possibly N'Dour'sriskiest and most artistically rewarding album.

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5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful and spiritual set of songs by a brilliant singer, 12 Jun 2004
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This album is quite simply stunning, on more hearings it grows inside your mind. It is a much more appropriate way of accessing the beautiful religion of Islam. Buy it, on any level, it is wonderful.
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best Album of 2004, 31 Dec 2004
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I came warily to 'World' music. But after hearing this my perceptions have changed.Few artists in any genre have made devotion seem this intense yet melodic.A work of genius.
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7 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Real nice..., 21 Sep 2005
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First time I heard this there were a few tracks that stood out. But after a few listenings all are unique in their own way. I have not listened to my brother Youssou before but he has certainly helped me to look into the power of sufism, its spread of Islam in Africa and the Sheikhs he describes with such love. Well worth buying for all people of the world.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Likely to be a firm fixture in the car CD player
Been an on-off listener of Youssou N'Dour over time. The thought of his style combined with Egyptian themes sounded fantastic. Read more
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