Spoken word, jazz, percussion and tropical soul vibes converge to create dynamic flavor. Re-Rooted infuses the tradition of South Africa into the technology, sampling and electronic manipulation of today's dance music. Flute solos rise above energetic drum 'n' bass.
Lush vocals drift over synthesized effects.
Jazz, rock and hip-hop musicians collaborate and break rules. This is the sound of post-apartheid South Africa, of a newly found freedom to create. You won't find many Italian bands interested in tracing their African roots. But this Palermo-based group has been exploring the music and traditions of North and West Africa, the Middle East and the ethnic peoples of Southern Italy for nearly a decade. Much like Deep Forest, Agricantus, beneath the spiritual, sensual vocals of Rosie Wiederkehr, evokes an emotional link between ancient and modern cultures.