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Ojos de Brujo

From: Europe > Spain

Genres: Flamenco, World Pop, Latin Alternative

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Ojos de Brujo translates as "eyes of the wizard". It's an appropriate name for a band who attempt to create musical magic. Formed from a collective of young Spanish musicians who use flamenco as a foundation for cross-genre experimentation, Ojos de Brujo incorporate elements of hip-hop,... Learn More »

Techar�

Techarí means 'free' in the gypsy language, and the album is an ambitious, self-produced journey, recorded both abroad in Cuba and New York and in a studio at the foot of the Pyrenees mountains, close to the birthplace of Salvador Dalí. Full of innovative musical ideas developed on their celebrated Barí tour, when they were wowing crowds across the world at festivals like Womad, the Montreal Jazz Festival, and NY Summerstage, Techarí represents their maverick spirit and dedication to pushing the boundaries of their sound and experimenting with the awesome sonic power of collective musical freedom.

The gypsy spirit runs though the core of the band, and guitarist Ramon is the spiritual guru in that department. "We don't like globalization because it's trying to destroy minority cultures," says Xavi. "We think every minority culture has something special to offer, and we shouldn't lose all this wisdom from all these ancient cultures all around the world. Gypsies are losing their Romany languages because no one is doing anything to help preserve them. They've always been repressed. By using gypsy words which have been nearly erased from the current vocabulary, we support Ramon in not letting his culture disappear."

Work on Techarí started at the end of March 2005 and was completed at the end of October. In between the band did two international tours, which stop-started the recording process. "Recording and touring at the same time was a little crazy, but the result is amazing," says Xavi. "We are finally at a point where the sound is exactly the way we want."

Keeping the creative process free remains the heart and sould of the collective. "We don't ever really know what we're going to do," Xavi laughs. "We all come with fresh ideas, and it's down to all of us if we decide to use them or not. It makes the process really slow and complicated, but the end result is so rich. It's the result of eight people putting all their feelings, knowledge, and wisdom together."

Special guests include Faada Freddy from Senegalese hip hop collective Daara J, Asian Dub Foundation's Prithpal Rajput, and Nitin Sawhney, South Indian fusion artist and British TV star (who returned the favor after ODB collaborated on two tracks for his album Philtre). Cuban pianist Roberto Carcassés also makes an appearance alongside respected flamenco guitarist Pepe Habichuela, and Cuban très/flamenco guitar player Raúl Rodríguez from Son de la Frontera. Cuban drums are used in bulerias, funk is layered onto rumba Catalana, and dhol drums add an Eastern flavor to the mix. However the band are quick to point out that these collaborations are the result of new friendships, and not any cynical marketing strategy. For Ojos de Brujo, the process is always organic and from the heart, and they have succeeded in conjuring their very own genre out of disparate elements.
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	Title	Length
	Color	3:53

	Sultanas De Merka�llo	3:30

	Todo Tiende	4:27

	Runal�	4:20

	El Confort No Reconforta	3:46

	Tanguillos Marineros	3:16

	Silencio	4:09

	No Somos M�quinas	3:36

	Bailaores	3:05

	Corre Lola Corre	4:00

	Feedback	3:04

	Piedras Vs. Tanques	3:16

	Respira	3:21

	Nana	9:03

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Techar� Remixes


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	Title	Length
	Corre Lola Corre (Piano Version)	3:55

	Feedback (Nitin Sawhney Remix)	4:13

	Runal� (DJ Floro Remix)	5:33

	Silencio (London Elektricity Club Mix)	5:25

	Silencio (Max fx Remix)	5:41

	Sultanas De Merka�llo (Jim Janik Remix)	3:37

	Sultanas De Merka�llo (Novalima Remix)	5:09

	Todo Tiende (The Nasha Experience Remix)	5:32

	Todo Tiende (Panko Remix)	4:01

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Customer Reviews

Average Rating (12 reviews)

Review of Ojos de Brujo
An inventive and cool interpretation of flamenco. Its so much fun to listen to.

Review of Ojos de Brujo
The more I listen, the more I like this group. It's great flamenco, rooted in tradition, but with a kick-ass flavor and beat that draws on hip-hop and African rhythms. All-in-all, very enjoyable, and I hope to hear more.

Review of Ojos de Brujo
Very dynamic and lively music and a wonderful combination of traditional themes with modern sounds. Definitely worth checking out.

Ojos de Brujo
Ventilaor-R80, Cale Bari, Zambra, Rememorix and Ley de Gravida definitely stand out on this album. _Quien enganga no gana_ grew upon me, but still didn't seem as unique as the above mentioned. One of the more enjoyable albums of this year. If I were going to have to pick one song though I'd go with Ventilaor-R80: exciting, dynamic and beautiful

Ojos de Brujo
Rating of 5!!! Few attempts at fusion hit the G-spot, but this one nails it! Quien Engana no Gana absolutely makes me want to lift my flamenco skirt up to my shoulders and STOMP!!

Awesome
awesome

LOVE IT!

sultana de merkaillo
GREAT MUSIC..... LOVE IT!

smashing!!!
it's the real feeling of music. If we have forgotten how it is to feel when we listen to music, we MUST listen to ojos de Brujo..I am searching like crazy where to buy them..I also like the ideas of the man, about globalization etc., bravo..

Ojos De Brujo - Vale!
This is my absolute favorite group in the world. I was lucky enough to catch them in LA while on their 2007 Techari Tour. They are such talented musicians that combign Dance, Music and Art in their shows. If you are into hip-hop, or electronica, DJ, or tired of the radio monotony - hear some real music with a message! don't sleep on this group!

amazing
these guys are superb live