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Brilliant musician and expert DJ/remixer Moreno Visini switches professional identities from Zeb to the Spy From Cairo in this delightful excursion through traditional music of the Middle East. Visini's multi-instrumental ability (bass, oud, keyboards, to name a few) coupled with his extensive knowledge of every regional nuance and style enables the Spy to perfectly team with such master vocalists as Ghalia Benali and Farid Al Atrache. He also crafts a beautiful tribute to the great composer and oud player Mohamed Abdel Wahab along with "Ana Arabi," a proud affirmation of heritage and accomplishment designed to counter the current backdrop of suspicion and fear many peaceful Arabs encounter worldwide. Whatever previous expectations or stereotypes listeners may have regarding Kurdish numbers, belly dance songs or any of these styles will be shattered after hearing these performances. 03/05/10
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