Putumayo

VA - Putumayo Presents - Kermit Ruffins (2005)
MP3 320 kbps | No Covers | 120 MB
Genre: Jazz, Dixieland, New Orleans Jazz | Label: Putumayo World Music | 11 Tracks

The majority of releases by the world music label Putumayo have been various-artist compilations dedicated to highlighting a particular culture through their indigenous music. On this compilation, Putumayo adjusts that format, spotlighting a singular artist: New Orleans' vocalist and trumpeter Kermit Ruffins. Pulling from his seven previous albums on the Justice and Basin Street labels, Putumayo is hoping to bring Ruffins' classic Crescent City jazz style to a wider audience, with his mix of the joyous nature associated with Louis Armstrong and second line celebrating . The 11 tracks combine traditional fare such as "On the Sunny Side of the Street," "Ain't Misbehavin'," "Bye and Bye" and "Wrap Your Troubles in Dreams" with contemporary Ruffins' originals: "Kermit's Second Line," "Goodnight," "Do the Fat Tuesday," and "Leshianne." When listening to Kermit Ruffins, it becomes apparent that it doesn't have to be Mardi Gras to enjoy the spirited music of the Big Easy. ~ Al Campbell

Putumayo presents Louisiana Gumbo
MP3 CBR 128 | 2000 | 41 MB
World, Blues, Jazz, Cajun, Creole | Putumayo | No Covers

Putumayo does itself mighty proud with Louisiana Gumbo. Drawing from various statewide sources and time periods, Gumbo celebrates rather than appropriates. Merging blues, jazz, Cajun, and Creole influences along with country-inflected rock, R&B, and piano in the styles of boogie-woogie and fast-pumping Ferriday chording, this group of selections is a magnificent representation of some of Louisiana's smartest and tastiest offerings.

Acoustic Yoga is the 4th album in Putumayo’s acclaimed yoga series that promotes relaxation through global music journeys. Weaving expressive, acoustic instruments together with warm, soulful vocals, this 66 minute collection is designed to leave the listener feeling a sense of calm and peace.