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a brilliant cast of musicians to introduce non-African listeners to the power and diversity of sounds in the vast, northern zones of the African continent. This double CD, in excess of 2 hours, rings clear, and what voices are showcased! Youssour n'Dour, Baaba Maal and Ali Farka Toure are possibly familiar names to western listeners. I'm pressed to discern any flaws, but my enduring favourites are two chantreuses, Aster Aweke and Dimi Mint Abba, who are less well known away from the European club circuit. Their vocals are truly extraordinary & will lead you to pursue their other work. Aster's contribution is from an early recording and fans should be aware that her subsequent recordings have a more westernised, disco-jazz setting.