Anthony Quinn, meet Eric Dolphy....OK maybe every time I hear a bass clarinet I think of Eric Dolphy anyway, but do you hear a little of him in this mish-mosh of Greek sounding music and pop standards? no?
This album was a very pleasant surprise, it features Chris Vardakis (liner notes neglected to say what instrument Chris plays) and a jazzy combo featuring bouzoukias, finger cymbals, dumbaks, accordion, and marimba. The pop songs such as "Tonight" and "Chicago" with a Greekish sound are pretty forgettable, but "Greek Fire" and "Thana" really rock. I think you'll like it, even tho I don't really know who "you" are.
Greek Fire Chris Vardakis and his Bouzoukias Orchestra
Colpix Records SCP 447
2 comments:
I burst out laughing when I heard the Greek version of "Fly me to the moon" and definitely, will take a permanent position among the tracks of my mp3 player!!!
I would have much more enjoyed it, if Mr Vardakis had Greekised more standards, with a little bit more venturesomeness and inspiration!
Anyway, BRAVO Βάϊκινανγε, for this precious upload!!!
Let me, please, dedicate this LP with Attic salutations, to Frau Merkel and her company...
thanks for this great record!
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