Album Description
'Whaa!' is the third album by Zuco 103, the Brazilian/European band who, ever since their debut in 1999, have positioned themselves at the vanguard of the new world/electronic fusion movement. Since then Zuco 103 (Rio-born singer/lyricist Lilian Vieira, Amsterdam-born drummer/composer Stuv and Munich-born keyboardist/composer Stefan Schmid) have been touring the world, setting audiences alight with their brilliant mix of live and electronic rhythms, fronted by Lilian's extraordinary voice and presence.
Along the way, they have picked up many new musical ideas which have enriched their multicultural blend. To the now-familiar jazz, Brazilian and electronic components of their music, Zuco 103 have added Afro-Cuban, Ethiopian, West-African and dub spicings, which makes 'Whaa!' a potent, organic and delicious brew.
Amongst the standout tracks are "Love Is Queen Omega" and "It's A Woman's World", in which the legendary dub/reggae pioneer Lee `Scratch' Perry makes an inspired and irresistible rare appearance.
Personnel: Lilian Vieira - (vocals), Stuv - (drums, percussion, programming, vocals), Stefan Schmid - (keys, programming, vocals), Plus special guests: Lee `Scratch' Perry - (vocals), Zoumana Diarra - (guitar, kora), Roberto Menescal - (guitar)