Legend Of The Black Shawarma Review

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(More customer reviews)This album is basically exactly what you would expect from IM if you have followed them for their last few albums. Viscous Delicious was a big step on the way from pure trance to the unique sound that IM has developed. You will recognize, in this CD, several themes introduced in Viscous Delicious CD, but the songs and sounds are evolving and more refined than they were in Viscous Delicious, while still raw and in your face. I am not certain that this CD has quite as much energy as say 'Eat it Raw' and a couple other songs on Viscous Delicious had, but overall, I think I like it better, as there is not a single track on this CD that is boring. Perhaps the best way to state it is that if Viscous Delicious had moments ranging from 6-10, this album is a solid 8-9 all the way through.
Personally, I feel there is plenty of pure trance out there, if that's what I am looking for, but when I am in the mood for IM, there is nothing else like them. I am so glad they decided to continue on the evolutionary path they are on, because there is nobody else doing what they do and I love what they are doing.

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These psy-trance innovators have become one of the biggest electronic bands on the planet. Twice ranked among the world's ten best DJs by the bible of the scene, the UK's DJ Magazine, the Israel-bred, LA-based duo bring a frenetic rock energy to the form. Their explosive show, featuring guitars, live drums, intensely passionate vocals, and an ambitious multimedia backdrop ranks among the genre's most unpredictably joyous events. Their recordings continually venture where other electronic acts fear to tread. The follow-up to 2007's "Vicious Delicious" marks a return to their metal roots. Guests include Jonathan Davis (Korn) and Perry Farrell (Jane's Addiction, Porno For Pyros, Satellite Party).

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The Idan Raichel Project Review

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(More customer reviews)"From the depths I called out to you
Come to me
Upon your return, the light will return to my eyes
I'm not finished, I'm not leaving the touch of your hands
May it come and light up to the sound of your laughter
From the depths I called out to you
Come to me
Against the moon that lights your way back to me
They spread out and melted against the touch of your hands"
~Idan Raichel
Idan Raichel combines ancient traditions with modern technology to create enchanting rhythms that take off in the second track and melt with a warmth that is soothing and harmonious in beauty. At this point you almost fall into the music and let it take your soul on a journey throughout an emotionally satisfying album with lyrics in Hebrew, Arabic and Amharic
The musical influences range from Israel to the Caribbean. "Hinach Yafah" is a little hypnotizing. "Suvi El Beyti" has a surprising start with interesting echoes that add a very intriguing dimension with a powerful undercurrent of percussion. "Im Telech" is filled with longing and "Be Yom Shabbat" has spiritual beauty.
Of all the songs, I feel in love with the sound of "Mi'Ma'amakim." When you look up the poetic lyrics the song has even more beautiful meanings. I can't wait for more albums by Idan Raichel.
~The Rebecca Review


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The Idan Raichel Project is the brainchild of Israelikeyboardist, composer, producer, and arranger Idan Raichel, who invitedover 70 different musicians from a wide variety of backgrounds toparticipate in the recordings. In particular, Raichel has long beenfascinated by the music of Israel's growing population of Ethiopian Jews,and many songs feature members of Israel's Ethiopian community. Therecordings also include Arab musicians, traditional Yemenite vocalists, atoaster and percussionist from Suriname and a South African singer, amongothers. The Project released its first album in Israel in 2002 and quickly becameone of the biggest success stories in the history of Israeli popular music.The haunting Ethiopian chorus of the first single, "Bo'ee" (Come With Me),sounded completely unlike anything most Israeli's had heard before. Thegroundswell of interest propelled the album to heights rarely seen in thelocal music scene and firmly established Idan Raichel as a new type ofIsraeli pop star. Now a musical icon in the Israeli community worldwide,The Idan Raichel Project has performed to sell-out crowds in prestigiousvenues in Paris, Brussels, New York, Los Angeles, Singapore and beyond. The international release of The Idan Raichel Project's recordings on thenew record label Cumbancha promises to introduce a wide new audienceto the electrifying work of this unique musical collective. The Projectoffers a new vision for how Israelis, their neighbors in this volatileregion, and people all over the world, can cherish their individualcultural traditions, celebrate their differences and through respectfulcollaboration create new and inspiring expressions. "Our ability to live inpeace with one other depends on our learning to appreciate and respect eachother's differences," notes Idan. "The way forward is not by trying tochange your neighbor, but by accepting him and recognizing that we are alllooking for the same things in life: bread, water, spirit, respect andlove." Deluxe international version is enhanced with three music videos andother special features.

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