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| Leni Stern's "Africa" Without the support of a major label, Leni Stern (a self-professed 'gypsy') has worked for years to keep her releases frequent, of the highest quality, and well noticed. With 'Africa', she has seen major media outlets weigh in with laudatory and in-depth coverage -- from The Los Angeles Times to AllMusic, from CNN Radio to Guitar Player, from Downbeat to All About Jazz -- Stern is being recognized for both the content of her new CD as well as for the achievement of getting it done. Two years in the making, 'Africa' has been described by AllMusic's Thom Jurek as One of the finest offering of 2007 in any genre. And, in The Los Angeles Times, Greg Burk praised the CD as A work of variety and complexity. Stern's Africa integrates African and Western music forms with such distinction that it may come to be regarded as an 'Audio Documentary' of African musical life. As you look ahead to coverage plans for 2008, please consider revisiting a CD that has been described as a stunning, respectful tribute to Mali's artistry, and to Stern's diligence in making it happen. write your comments about the article :: © 2007 Jazz News :: home page |