7digital What we said: Luddites might bemoan the impact of modern technologies on traditional musical forms, but sensitive application of the former can actually help keep the latter relevant. This is precisely what Cuban-French twins Ibeyi do so brilliantly on their debut. Mixing Afro-Cuban percussive instruments like the cajón and batá with simple piano and soulful vocal harmonies, Lisa-Kainde and Naomi Diaz then sensitively layer synths, samples and cutting-edge production techniques on top. The result is a spellbindingly beautiful record that feels utterly contemporary, and yet remains unmistakably rooted in their Yoruba heritage.
Track Number | Track Title | Track Length | Track Price/Buy Link |
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1 | Eleggua (Intro) | 1:16 | |
2 | Oya | 3:52 | |
3 | Ghosts | 3:31 | |
4 | River | 4:12 | |
5 | Think of You | 3:40 | |
6 | Behind the Curtain | 4:13 | |
7 | Stranger / Lover | 4:11 | |
8 | Mama Says | 4:09 | |
9 | Weatherman | 4:02 | |
10 | Faithful | 3:27 | |
11 | Yanira | 3:37 | |
12 | Singles | 3:59 | |
13 | Ibeyi (Outro) | 1:48 |
- Duration:
- 45:57
- Genres:
- Alternative
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