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Mosaico
Govi
Mosaico
Genres: International Music, New Age, Pop
 
The nuevo flamenco trend in America has influenced many artists to jump on the Latin guitar bandwagon, especially within a smooth jazz format. With his latest album, guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Govi strives for a...  more »

     
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All Artists: Govi
Title: Mosaico
Members Wishing: 0
Total Copies: 0
Label: Govi Music
Release Date: 3/12/2002
Genres: International Music, New Age, Pop
Styles: Europe, Continental Europe, Meditation
Number of Discs: 1
SwapaCD Credits: 1
UPCs: 724381177426, 0724381177457, 072438117742

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The nuevo flamenco trend in America has influenced many artists to jump on the Latin guitar bandwagon, especially within a smooth jazz format. With his latest album, guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Govi strives for a pop-friendly Latin guitar brew that stirs in subtle musical flavors, but the end results are not as dynamic as one might expect. In fact, two of the songs sound like Strunz & Farah lite, as Govi attempts a similarly modern sound but without the impressive technical virtuosity. To his credit, Govi does try different approaches, whether integrating sitar into the low-key "Spicy Dream," playing subdued electric guitar on the sentimental "This Precious Moment," or exploring an upbeat soukous vibe on "Afrodisiac." He has some ideas here, but it's surprising how he can take a potentially intriguing combination--specifically the acoustic guitar strums, bluesy electric axework, dancing panpipes, and bouncing bass found on "Carousel"--and make it sound so safe. --Bryan Reesman

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Member CD Reviews

Charlotte E. from BURLEY, ID
Reviewed on 2/19/2010...
Govi is one of our families all time favorites! Only recently discovered him, and now we are watching for all his recordings. Extremely talented and very enjoyable to listen is Govi. If you like guitar music played with quality and class, you will love this CD. Everyone should play guitar like this guy!!

CD Reviews

You won't be disappointed
traveler | LaPorte, IN | 02/24/2004
(4 out of 5 stars)

"Govi's musical offerings are consistently reliable. A friend of mine introduced me to Govi with Guitar Odyssey, (a Masterpiece in itself!) and I've been hooked ever since. Though not true flamenco or even Spanish guitar, his range is even more world oriented and interesting without being too "themey". New Age isn't quite right as genres go; as I'm sure you know some new age music is just weird. This disc is excellent! It transcends theme and weaves an audio tapestry that conjures exotic imaginings. You will not be disappointed. My only complaint (?) is that the discs are short. I can appreciate the creative process; and i guess I would rather have a stripped down c.d. than lots of filler, but I'm sure he has the talent to produce a more substantial recording."
Nylon-string guitar flights of fancy!!...
traveler | 09/19/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)

"This release is superb! If you are a fan of beautifully executed and masterful guitar playing from the heart, get your hands on this disc. Govi and Strunz & Farah are my two favorite 'nouveau flamenco' artists by far. They exhude passion and warmth to their playing that not many others can achieve."