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Mediterranean folk guitar based music

I missed this thread the first time around but I have to say, that is one hauntingly beautiful piece of music. I've often wondered if my father was really a gypsy musician :D
They are really respected in Portugal , a lot of different influences . Unfortunately the bass player died just before Xmas .
 
Solana are quite good. I've seen them play a social centre in Manchester and also Shambala festival. They were founded in Spain, albeit by mostly Brits (some with Celtic backgrounds, Irish and Welsh), and there's a Spanish guy too, so folk with Celtic, Mediterranean, Balkan vibes, although they're now based in Bristol.

"Solana are a five-piece band performing original compositions encompassing folk idioms, modal jazz and experimental grooves. Their rich and inventive sonic tapestry is anchored by a deep respect for traditions rooted in all corners of Europe and beyond."


They've got a few gigs coming up in March-April.



 
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