Mel bay lionel louekes signature is one of limitless rhythmic invention. He uses drumming techniques and fingerstyle picking along with his vocals to create a very unique style. In his compositions, these influences fuse together, creati. Robert is a true genius, says loueke of his producer and friend, and i knew that hed be the right person. World fusion straightahead jazz guitar jazz lionel. Headed up by saxophonist jeremy rose and trumpeter nick garbett, and driven by the heady rhythms of double bassist. The williams college department of music is pleased to present the lionel loueke trio as part of its ongoing visiting artists series. Afropop worldwide lionel loueke preps new album, hear. Glaspers work as a produceras witnessed on his acclaimed black radio blue note, 2012is the perfect fit with louekes eclectic ideas. He has established a unique identity born of the synthesis between west. I speak english, i speak french, and i have that heritage too.
I called this album heritage because ive been blessed by all different parts of the world, and most of the songs reflect that. Lionel loueke original compositions ebook mel bay publications. Files are available under licenses specified on their description page. Heritage hdtracks the worlds greatestsounding music. For his fourth blue note album, 2015s gaia, loueke exclusively showcased his electric guitar skills, exploring an expansive blend of african rock and jazz alongside gilfema bandmates biolcati and nemeth. All genres balearicdowntempo bass breakbeat disconudisco dj tools drum and bass dubstep deep dubstep dirty dubsteptrapgrime edm electro euro dancepop dance footworkjuke. Australian quartet the vampires have a good ear for a v amp and for a key collaborator in respected usbased guitaristvocalist lionel loueke. Mar 23, 2008 lionel loueke, a guitarist from the west african country of benin, was a spellbinding presence at joes pub a couple of months ago as he started into the title track of karibu, his. Lionel loueke, a guitarist from the west african country of benin, was a spellbinding presence at joes pub a couple of months ago as he started into the title track of karibu, his. Lionel loueke original compositions ebook mel bay publications, inc. Lionel louekes heritage deftly intertwines modern jazz constructs with traditional african themes in a highly personal exploration of these two cultural streams which define louekes upbringing and musical identity.
He moved to ivory coast in 1990 to study at the national institute of art. The guitarists africanthemed compositions, combined with the. All structured data from the file and property namespaces is available under the creative commons cc0 license. On heritage, beninborn lionel loueke takes a more electric approach than on previous releases, which mostly featured his acoustic, nylonstring guitar.
Listen to your favorite songs from heritage by lionel loueke now. Lionel louekes two previous blue note recordingskaribu 2008 and mwaliko 2010displayed his usual virtuosity as a guitaristvocalist who links his west african beninese musical roots with a modernist jazz outlook that is uniquely his own. The record will come via blue note records and feature loueke working with a new trio featuring derrick hodge on electric bass and mark guiliana on drums. Download new jazz album by lionel loueke heritage 2012 flac from ol. Heritage by lionel loueke, released in 2012 on blue note records. Benin jazz guitar virtuoso lionel loueke will be dropping a new album on august 28th called heritage. Its nearly impossible to overstate the stamp that robert glasperas. We present new music and the hot hits for information. Lionel loueke s two previous blue note recordingskaribu 2008 and mwaliko 2010displayed his usual virtuosity as a guitaristvocalist who links his west african beninese musical roots with a modernist jazz outlook that is uniquely his own.
Loueke and glasper are among a handful of new voices bringing fresh sounds to contemporary jazz, and helping usher a whole new audience to the genre thanks to their creativity, technique and eagerness to break new ground. Lionel loueke born 27 april 1973 is a guitarist and vocalist born in benin. Benins lionel loueke has blazed a unique trail on two musical fronts. Allaboutjazz lionel loueke, acoustic and electric guitar.
Lionel loueke karibu benin jazz the new york times. In 2008 and 2009, he was picked as top rising star guitarist in down beat magazines annual critics poll. Lionel louekes sinuous serenity the new york times. This record makes a move to a more electric sound and includes the new trio of derrick hodge on electric bass and mark guiliana on drums. The guitarist lionel loueke, whose new album, gaia, features his trio. Loueke is one of the most revolutionary guitarists to emerge from west africa in modern history while also holding rank as.
Listen free to lionel loueke heritage ife, ouidah and more. His previous album on blue note, heritage, from 2012, found him. Lionel louekes gear consists modern effects and gear to create his palette of music styles. Heritage lionel loueke to stream in hifi, or to download in true cd quality on. Lionel louekes signature is one of limitless rhythmic invention. We present new, exclusive music and the hot hits for information. Heritage by lionel loueke on amazon music unlimited. This change is immediately felt on the opening ife, beginning with the muted notes of an acoustic steelstringed guitar whose sound resembles a kalimba thumb piano. Stops at the ivory coasts national institute of arts, paris american school of more than music, and berklee college of music led loueke. Jan 01, 2012 check out heritage by lionel loueke on amazon music. The result is a gracious, elevating and welcoming sound that still challenges preconceived notions. By using our website and our services, you agree to our use of cookies as described. Lionel louekes heritage deftly intertwines modern jazz constructs with. Apr 05, 2018 benins lionel loueke has blazed a unique trail on two musical fronts.
March 25, 2008 hes one of new yorks top jazz guitarists, but lionel loueke grew up in the west african nation of benin. Shop for vinyl, cds and more from lionel loueke at the discogs marketplace. Apr 28, 2016 lionel loueke is a guitarist from benin, africa who incorporates african percussion and jazz along with other genres. Lionel loueke s heritage deftly intertwines modern jazz constructs with traditional african themes in a highly personal exploration of these two cultural streams which define loueke s upbringing and musical identity. On heritage, hes assembled new musicians and hooks up with innovative pianist robert glasper, who coproduced and performs on the album. David faulkner the saturday paper, australian music prize chair, hoodoo gurus the vampires meet lionel loueke is the aria nominated, australian music prize shortlisted, fifth album from australian quartet the vampires, augmented by special guests and the extraordinary blue note records guitarist lionel loueke. Lionel loueke is a guitarist and vocalist born in benin. Lionel louekes heritage deftly intertwines modern jazz constructs with traditional african themes in a highly personal exploration of these two cultural streams which.
Download lionel loueke songs, singles and albums on mp3. Check out heritage by lionel loueke on amazon music. Heritage is a great example of this fresh new approach. Aug 31, 2012 on heritage, beninborn lionel loueke takes a more electric approach than on previous releases, which mostly featured his acoustic, nylonstring guitar. In 2008, loueke signed with blue note for a series of wellreceived albums, including 2008s karibu, 2010s mwaliko, and 2012s robert glasperproduced heritage. Lionel loueke biography, albums, streaming links allmusic. On august 28, the acclaimed west african jazz guitaristvocalist lionel loueke will release heritage, his dynamic third blue note album, which was coproduced. Benin guitaristsinger lionel loueke is joined by a crack troup of musicians for an impressively wideranging set, writes john fordham. He has established a unique identity born of the synthesis between west african and brazilian music within the modern jazz idiom. Lionel loueke is a guitarist from benin, africa who incorporates african percussion and jazz along with other genres.
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West african guitarist lionel loueke was inspired by his brother, who taught him how to play during his late teenage years. Nov 08, 2012 benin guitaristsinger lionel loueke is joined by a crack troup of musicians for an impressively wideranging set, writes john fordham. Originally from the small west african nation of benin, guitarist lionel loueke has enjoyed a meteoric rise over the past several years. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Lionel louekes heritage deftly intertwines modern jazz constructs with traditional african themes in a highly personal exploration of these two cultural streams. Download new jazz album by lionel loueke the journey 2018 hires from ol.
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