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Thanks to Agent 'O'
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Acoustic western folk and traditional African styles. There is enormous dynamic range of the semi-operatic vocal of Ash Mandrake. the mid-section is other worldly and dream like. Cath's extended flute techniques are inspired and masterful.
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A blend of Celtic Bardism, West African Griot Roots, Classical virtuosity and Folk Rock. With band members from England, Senegal and Germany
"...tight, well crafted, virtuosic and beautiful... Largely the music spoke for itself and was both fascinating and emotionally rewarding" (Fabulous Furry Folk, Glastonbury) The live show combines the theatrical bardism of Ash Mandrake with the (other-) worldliness of the Senegalees Griot and the classical virtuosity of Cath The Piccolist (Hurley). Anchor this with bass from the profoundly experienced folk rock guru Daniel (Eberhart) Eid and you have an original blend of sounds and energy. Superb musicianship intense live energy and hats, hats, hats. With their innovative blend of african, celtic and classical influences; see them live, and you’ll be in for a fascinating night of entertainment, punctuated by the theatrical mirth that has made this act a favourite.
Song Info
Genre
World World Fusion
Charts
Peak #393
Peak in subgenre #32
Author
Ash Mandrake
Rights
Ash Mandrake and The Mandrake Project
Uploaded
February 22, 2008
Track Files
MP3
MP3 4.3 MB 128 kbps 4:39
Story behind the song
Agent 'O' is the psudonym used by one of Ash's friends (Oksana Corazon), who in a time of need suggested a trip to the woods. It's about finding peace of mind through times of adversity. It was written, not as a response to, but as a means of overcoming the effects of an act of calousness. The English lyrics call upon the curative power of nature, friendship and fun as a means of finding positive ways forward. The Wolof section tells of leaving the past behind and focussing on the future. Ash Mandrake
Lyrics
The lyrics will appear on our forthcoming albumn
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