Jewel_hasan - Thanks for the recommendation of Emma Shaplin. I picked up Carmin Meo and really enjoy it! I would not have thought to mention it as being similar to Madredeus, though I do see where you're coming from. I'd say Madredeus' music is more acoustic and down to earth and subtle in comparison. It does not have nearly the range as Shaplin (WOW!). Shaplin is far more dramatic and and thickly orchestrated (at least on Carmin Meo). Both are beautiful female voices. Regardless it was a good call as far as I'm concerned as both are quite wonderful, and I'm grateful for the reccommendation!
OK, so here's another that I don't think I've mentioned that is a real show-stopper. This is an Iranian father/sons percussion team who go by Chemirani Trio. The CD is Qalan Kar. Could be difficult to find, but worth the search. Very engaging and remarkable percussion like you've likely never heard percussion (traditional Persian with some fusion infleunces I'd say...improvisational sounding.....the drums have voices!). Rapid fire....music to work by and get lots done! Great recording too....really shows off a well assembled system and not just in the bass. I don't think a single person has not gone away without asking and writing down the name of this CD if it were playing.
Marco
