Marc Ribot Plays Solo Guitar Works of Frantz Casseus
Marc Ribot · 1993
48 min · 19 tracks · experimental music · vocal music
Intricate fingerstyle guitar weaves together Haitian folk traditions with modern experimental influences.
Marc Ribot Plays Solo Guitar Works of Frantz Casseus is an album by Marc Ribot, released in 1993. Intricate fingerstyle guitar weaves together Haitian folk traditions with modern experimental influences. This album is notable for its role in bringing Frantz Casseus's compositions to wider attention, contributing to the appreciation of Haitian music in contemporary contexts. It has received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of genres, impacting musicians interested in global sounds and alternative guitar techniques. Additionally, it reflects Ribot's influence in redefining folk music narratives through experimental approaches. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Marc Ribot Plays Solo Guitar Works of Frantz Casseus sound like?
Intricate fingerstyle guitar weaves together Haitian folk traditions with modern experimental influences. Rooted in experimental music and vocal music.
What makes Marc Ribot Plays Solo Guitar Works of Frantz Casseus by Marc Ribot notable?
This album is notable for its role in bringing Frantz Casseus's compositions to wider attention, contributing to the appreciation of Haitian music in contemporary contexts. It has received critical acclaim for its innovative blend of genres, impacting musicians interested in global sounds and alternative guitar techniques. Additionally, it reflects Ribot's influence in redefining folk music narratives through experimental approaches. In 1993, Marc Ribot released 'Marc Ribot Plays Solo Guitar Works of Frantz Casseus' as his first solo album, following a period of collaboration with artists like Tom Waits. This album marked a significant shift in his focus toward exploring the works of Haitian composer Frantz Casseus, showcasing Ribot's virtuosity and deepening his engagement with world music. The release positioned him as a prominent figure in both the avant-garde and traditional music scenes.
How many songs are on Marc Ribot Plays Solo Guitar Works of Frantz Casseus?
Marc Ribot Plays Solo Guitar Works of Frantz Casseus has 19 tracks, running approximately 48 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Simbi Standout 3:33
- 2 Rara 1:44
- 3 Prelude #2 1:08
- 4 Petro Standout 4:08
- 5 Yanvalloux 3:04
- 6 Mascaron 3:48
- 7 Coumbite (Merci Bon Dieu) 3:18
- 8 Prelude #1 1:03
- 9 Merengue 1:31
- 10 Improvisation 1:35
- 11 Chanson 1:52
- 12 Congo 3:16
- 13 Dance (On Sunday) Standout 3:16
- 14 Serenade Lointaine 2:27
- 15 Valse 4:13
- 16 [untitled] 1:40
- 17 Romance 2:04
- 18 Dance of the Hounsies 2:51
- 19 Romance 1978 1:43
Release Date
January 1, 1993
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
48 min 22 sec
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