Aocana

by Ojos De Brujo
Artist: Ojos De Brujo
Release Date: April 13th, 2009
Publisher: Warner Bros.

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About Aocana

With "Aocana," Ojos de Brujo celebrates ten years of exceptional studio releases. Taking its title from the Calo phrase "aocana garlochi," "now with the heart," the Barcelona combo's new album leads with its heart, adding a romantic flavor to the band's already eclectic mixture of sounds. Combing rap with reggae, funk with flamenco, and Catalan guitars with anarchic Gypsy sensibilities, these self-described "children of the streets" create an intoxicating musical experience sure to transcend oceans and win new fans.

Duplicating the success of their previous release, "Techari," Ojos de Brujo assembles an international cast of acclaimed guest musicians for this release. Pianist Robert Carcasses of Cuba assists on the track "Busca Lo Bueno" ("Seek the Good"). India's Karnataka College of Percussion adds sub-continental drum flavor to the flowing flamenco piece "Tatas Flores" ("So Many Flowers"). Yet the international talent assembled behind the scenes never outshines the band's core octet, who through it all add depth and direction to the contributions of their guest star ensemble, delivering a delectable flamenco-fusion treat.

The incomparable Marina Abad leads this sonic procession with her trademark arresting range, which deftly maneuvers from the street sounds of Catalan rap to the heights of classically-trained voice. The shifts come at strategic thematic locations, giving "Aocana" a wider emotional range than the bad's previous albums. Beginning in the depths of intimacy with "Todos Mortales" ("mortals all") and Abad's salutation to her new baby, "Nueva Vida" ("new life"), the album builds toward a riveting climax with its sixth track, the aptly-named, tango fusion, anti-establishment masterpiece "Una Verdad Incomoda" ("an inconvenient truth"). Abad's lyricism stands on full display here, dramatizing the bitter, sweet and bittersweet in turn. Migrant workers, lost loves and political prisoners all appear here, their stories dramatized with the riveting flair and mesmerizing lyricism Abad's fans have come to happily expect. Guitarists Ramon Gimenez and Paco Lomena shine throughout, particularly on the deft rock-rap "Donde Te Has Metio" ("Where Have You Gone To"). Jazz-loving trumpet player Paco Lomena stands out even against the backing of six accompanying guest horns, while his muted, mellow tones sweep the listener away on the album-closing "Lluva" ("rain") like the soft breeze that bears a cooling storm inland from the sea.

Experimental and eclectic, "Aocana" offers a musical smorgasbord rarely found in modern pop. With this album, Ojos de Brujo's offer fans the chance at musical adventure, not to be missed.

Track Listing

1. Rumba del adiós
2. Tantas flores
3. Busca lo bueno
4. Una verdad incómoda
5. Perico y Juliana
6. Baraka
7. Nueva vida
8. Correveidile
9. Dónde te has metío
10. Todos mortales
11. Tócale ya
12. Lluvia