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Compelling female vocalist from Kenya

Joanna Daneman | Middletown, DE USA | 09/23/2004

(4 out of 5 stars)

"The CD "Mama Africa" opens with a drum riff and the very clear and distinct singing of Suzzana Owiyo. This is a voice to be reckoned with. The song Kisumu 100 is backed up by familiar African chorus and yet is new-sounding, blending modern African Pop with a really innovative sound. The title song "Mama Africa" is a tiny bit reminiscent of Miriam Makeba, very folk-ballad. This is not a cliche sound--it is a blend of the best of traditional, pop and international World Music. If you like African pop and African singing such as Ladysmith Black Mambazo, you should really enjoy Suzzana Owiyo."