A new collection of songs from Artie Shaw; the Hasidic New Wave's Afro-Semitic Diaspora; Buena Vista Social Club's bassist, Orlando Cachaito López; Mexico's answer to the Beatles — Café Tacuba; and Declan McManus — a.k.a. Elvis Costello.
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Artie Shaw, Café Tacuba, Elvis Costello
Dr. Livingstone, I Presume?
Born Jacob Arshawsky, Artie Shaw hasn't recorded or performed since 1954. Now 91 years old, he's releasing a new compilation of his old works.
Waaw Waaw
The Hasidic New Wave, along with the Senegalese drumming of Yakar Rhythms, creates a sound they call "Afro-Semitic Diaspora."
Redencíon
Orlando Cachaíto López is from a dynasty of Cuban bassists best known for his work with the Buena Vista Social Club.
El Aparato
Café Tacuba is Mexico's answer to the Beatles, featured in the recently released Rough Guide to Latin Music.
When I Was Cruel
This is a sneak preview of the latest CD from Elvis Costello, not due for release until late April, 2002.