I continue to share my fave Balkanbeat tunes. Just two artists for this week #ttt blog: Shantel and Boom Pam. Hope you enjoy the tunes and maybe discover for yourself cool new artists.
Shantel - Bucovina
(from 'Shantology' LP, 2017)
The 'Kosher Nostra' remixed version may be found on 2017 'best of' compilation which was created by Shantel in collaboration with Jewish Monkeys & Boom Pam. I just stumbled upon this track few days ago on occasion, and simply cannot stop listening to it. Not necessarily it might be a big hit, just... it is a very pleasurable tune, full of energy, artistism and southern motives. (Have no idea who these 'Jewish Monkeys' are...)
Bum Pam - Hamdulila
(from 'Alakazam' LP, 2012)
But I do know who the BOOM PAM are. They are hot Jewish guys from Tel-Aviv. I became their obsessed fan decade ago momentarily -- when I listened to their debut LP for the 1st time. The guys impressed me with their hot brass section, passion and energy of performance. Sad thing -- they released only two recordings... both are a usual highlight of my iphone playlist. The track I selected might not be their N1 hit, but it is very good - it is a real little symphony, short but very saturated musical journey. Listen to it both with your ears and your legs!
Shantel - Rio
(from 'Viva Diaspora' LP, 2025)
The last track for this week #ttt is, again, Shantel. Taken from his recent release I found at musical streaming; said LP is called 'Viva Diaspora' and it contains fine stuff - maybe its is not the 1st grade recognizable sticky pop melodies, but well produced and rich with sound and textures. I like it so far. This tune has some timeless 'retro' motives and work as a nice calming closer. If this sort of music is up to your likes, I recommend listening to the whole album.
