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Anouar Brahem — Stopover at Djibouti
Album: The Astounding Eyes of Rita
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Released: 2009
Length: 6:27
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Still remains one of my favorites, which I still listen to often including the whole album. Thanks RP for bringing this music to me (us).
 brosen wrote:


Explains why most Djibouti calls happen at night.


Well I got it!
 Starfish57 wrote:


Indeed, Djibouti by night is far more vibrant than Djibouti by day.


Explains why most Djibouti calls happen at night.
very something
 Akazungu wrote:

In April of 1993 I had a Stopover at Djibouti while traveling between Nairobi and Haargeisa (Somaliland). I spent a day there. It was soooooooo hot from 10:00 am into the evening, and the town was empty. Then, starting ~7pm the night markets started up and the place was crowded. Food vendors, other vendors, shoppers, eaters, it was amazing! 

It kept up until after midnight then we all went to bed. Fantastic place.



Indeed, Djibouti by night is far more vibrant than Djibouti by day.
This song definitely resonates, as I have been to Djibouti.  Funny little place.
RP never ceases to surprise! Lovely piece.
DO yourself a favor and watch the live version live
beautiful.
EXCELLENT!  Thanx RP!
Great stuff!  Almost uncanny hearing this tonight as earlier today I listened to a podcast about the oud. 

https://www.cbc.ca/listen/live...
Drums remind me of spending a pleasant evening at Candlehearth Hall in Windhelm
The deepest bass bits makes this sort of mysterious to listen to...they're there, but just...
Wow!  Thank you for reminding me that I own this CD!  AS I recall, it's pretty cool, all the way through.
 Proclivities wrote:

All music is "noise made on musical instruments".  


Cannons going off are noise. Cannons going off at the finale of the 1812
Overture are not...

Tony in NJ
W.A.S.T.E.
In April of 1993 I had a Stopover at Djibouti while traveling between Nairobi and Haargeisa (Somaliland). I spent a day there. It was soooooooo hot from 10:00 am into the evening, and the town was empty. Then, starting ~7pm the night markets started up and the place was crowded. Food vendors, other vendors, shoppers, eaters, it was amazing! 

It kept up until after midnight then we all went to bed. Fantastic place.
 jcorry wrote:
Despite scales in key, jazz is noise made on musical instruments.

Maybe you haven't experienced much jazz.  It can be an acquired taste.  However, to me anyway, "Stopover" seems particularly accessible and beautiful.  Like all art, what's enjoyable, touching, & beautiful is in the eyes and ears of the beholder.  But "noise"? So negative - May I suggest an ENT
?
 

The oud is a beautiful instrument. This is so peaceful. My favorite recording of it is Hamza El Din on the album 'A Wish'. I'm surprised none of his work on RP.
another great RP introduction for me.  Love this one, Thanks Bill!
 Proclivities wrote:

All music is "noise made on musical instruments".  
 

It is also the silence between noise.
 jcorry wrote:
Despite scales in key, jazz is noise made on musical instruments.
 
There has to be a soul and this is the soul and if you don't hear it be patient one they you will visit Djibuty too
 mrtuba9 wrote:


Inspires me to stopover in Djibouti...
 

Have you been to Djibuty ? 
Djibouti is a charming city but I am off to Arizona.   aspicer wrote:
This has become a "staple" album for me when it's time to unplug and unwind but still  be engaged and entertained.  Definitely worth picking up if you like this track.
 


This has become a "staple" album for me when it's time to unplug and unwind but still  be engaged and entertained.  Definitely worth picking up if you like this track.
Absolutly fan of Anouar Brahem. Specialy this song. I love the way how he play oud. 
Theres an awful lot of Paul Winter in this piece. 
(Opps! Just noticed the earlier post. Apparently I’m not alone.)
Very nice.  
It conjures memories of tracks by the Paul Winter Consort back in the '70s and '80s. 
 jimtyrrell wrote:

Thanks for the heads up.
And Thanks goes to RP for playing artists most of us couldn't hear anywhere else.
 
 

Inspires me to stopover in Djibouti...
 hayduke2 wrote:
 OUTSTANDING  : )
 

ASTOUNDING
Although I avoid Djibouti personally, this music is a lovely blend of North African and Arabic music. Fantastic.
 jcorry wrote:
Despite scales in key, jazz is noise made on musical instruments.
 
All music is "noise made on musical instruments".  
Despite scales in key, jazz is noise made on musical instruments.
Purchased this album - it's wonderful overall and the sound quality of the recording is excellent! Chalk up yet another new artist I wouldn't have found without RP.
Like all albuns by Anuar Bahrem: Outstanding Music & Oustanding Recording
 OUTSTANDING  : )
Sweetness and light on Halloween. So sweet  so rare.
I can't get over this song. The time signatures, the key changes, the instrumentation, the phrasing. Love it!
A little bit of advice, don't ever do a stopover in Djibouti. Almost the biggest shithole in the world.
 aspicer wrote:
I decided to pick up this album - I highly recommend it.  It's great overall!

 
Yes - I think it is outstanding music - the entire album.
I decided to pick up this album - I highly recommend it.  It's great overall!
LikeItALot!
If you liked it, go and listen to the Hadouk Trio. Bon voyage !
Me encanta. Todo un deacubrimiento!
Never heard this before - really nice!
 passsion8 wrote:
After the playing of this song I purchased the album. Un-be-LIEV-able. Best music I've heard in years. Do so yourself. Highly recommended.

 
Thanks for the heads up.
And Thanks goes to RP for playing artists most of us couldn't hear anywhere else.
 
After the playing of this song I purchased the album. Un-be-LIEV-able. Best music I've heard in years. Do so yourself. Highly recommended.
Thanks for the discovery! Love it!
It makes me think I probably should propose a little bit of Titi Robin, would be great to hear him on RP :) 
Very much like Anouar Brahem. I have 2 other albums of him. Didn't know this one yet.
Very nice photo.
 
This is really pleasant, make the grind of this spreadsheet that much easier.

From the comments it looks like this disk should be added to the wish list. I really enjoy this track so the risk seems slight.


I'd rather listen to some MUSIC... ;-)
Ah, Anouar. Another fantastic musician and fabulous ECM album.
This musician is great, thanks to RP for introducing him to me. I highly recommend all his albums!
I will be forever grateful to RP for introducing me to this music.

Sublime.
Terrific album... I look forward to hearing more from him in the future.
This is excellent, but for me the standout track on this album is the title track - absolutely exquisite!
 philbertr wrote:
Reminds me of Paul Winter Consort

 
Indeed! I hear that too.
This is beautiful.........
This is just beautiful.
I liked this enough to purchase it on iTunes...but never rated it. How silly of me?
 noodley is GOOD!
hbs47 wrote:
Cool track, love the drum/bodrum sounds. Noodely certainly but that doesn't hold it back.
 


Reminds me of Paul Winter Consort
Cool track, love the drum/bodrum sounds. Noodely certainly but that doesn't hold it back.
 gvan wrote:
Sheik Djibouti!
 



Ha! Nice one. Sheik Sheik Sheik....great song to chill out with tonight.

Sheik Djibouti!
I will.

BTW - I love Powell - what a great town!
 

ScottFromWyoming wrote:

You might need to upload some for him.
 


 ycb661 wrote:
Please, Bill, play some Pierre Bensusan sometime.
 
You might need to upload some for him.
Please, Bill, play some Pierre Bensusan sometime.
 Lumpy13 wrote:
During the stopover, definately try the shakes at Djibouti, they are really good.
 
You mean there's something good about Djibouti? (yes, been there).
This is great......no lyrics!
{#Clap}
During the stopover, definately try the shakes at Djibouti, they are really good.
First stop Djibouti, next stop Uranus.
 jhorton wrote:
Almost makes you want to Sheik Djibouti?
 
Well Sayid, indeed!

Almost makes you want to Sheik Djibouti?
Gorgeous.
 romeotuma wrote:

Everybody in my hotel room loves this song...
 
 
not again...

 Mugro wrote:
Not really sure I would want to do a stopover in Djibouti — it is WAY too hot there!
 
for when Mexico just won't cut it...

Not really sure I would want to do a stopover in Djibouti — it is WAY too hot there!
Beautiful - I absolutely love this man's music. I need to put this album on my shopping list. Thanks Bill
 fredriley wrote:

This number has more noodles than a bowl of Chow Mein.
 
Needs a "Like" button.

Pretty!
This'll be a sleep stopover at Djibouti, then... {#Sleep}

This number has more noodles than a bowl of Chow Mein.
Very nice! 7 -> 8
Really nice mix. This is summertime car-windows-down on a starry night kind of stuff.

 meloman wrote:


I did the same (except for buying a set for my folks). This was the first time I'd heard Anouar's music, and agree it is sublime.
 
I bought this track on iTunes before it finished playing on RP. I should check out the rest of Anouar's music. 
Just moved it from a 7 to an 8 (might yet get to a 9). Love the percussion, too.
 unclehud wrote:
Like this a lot.  Reminds me of Dave Matthews Band noodling/jamming.  Am I crazy?
  Yes, but also correct. You're in good company, mon frere.

Like this a lot.  Reminds me of Dave Matthews Band noodling/jamming.  Am I crazy?
 Mari wrote:
thanx to this one song here on rp
ended up downloadin'  Anouar's complete Discography!
sublime!
{#Notworthy}
i enjoyed it so much
i then bought the whole lot on cd
for my folks!

 

I did the same (except for buying a set for my folks). This was the first time I'd heard Anouar's music, and agree it is sublime.
One fantastic album!
 agkagk wrote:
I just looked it up. There's only one Oregon tune on the RP playlist. It's a good one. But it hasn't been played since 2007, and it didn't get a good response. Pity.
 
Yes, I'm enjoying this, and would love to hear some Oregon (and/or Ralph Towner) on RP!
 JasonfromFrance wrote:
Very nice for all the Arab countries rising up and crying for democracy! Don't stop, keep on truckin!
 

Yes, it is. 
 hippiechick wrote:
Very nice and mellow, perfect for a snowy day.
 
Or for a fine glass of tea in the cold desert night, there by the fire.

 JasonfromFrance wrote:
Very nice for all the Arab countries rising up and crying for democracy! Don't stop, keep on truckin!
 
May they actually get democracy, and then have good fortune getting it implemented.

Very nice for all the Arab countries rising up and crying for democracy! Don't stop, keep on truckin!
Very nice and mellow, perfect for a snowy day.
 BowTieDad wrote:
nice!

I get a really nice Oregon feeling from this(Oregon the jazz band(no offence u Oregon guys))
 
I just looked it up. There's only one Oregon tune on the RP playlist. It's a good one. But it hasn't been played since 2007, and it didn't get a good response. Pity.

BowTieDad wrote:
nice!

I get a really nice Oregon feeling from this(Oregon the jazz band(no offence u Oregon guys))
The sensations are equally sublime! (says the part-time Oregon guy)

thanx to this one song here on rp
ended up downloadin'  Anouar's complete Discography!
sublime!
{#Notworthy}
i enjoyed it so much
i then bought the whole lot on cd
for my folks!

Realized I never got around to rating this, even after I went and bought the album! There - done!
This takes me to another place.  Oh yeah, Djibouti.
digging the clarinets :)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AkBntrqDOO0
 Pyro wrote:
Reminds me of Oregon (the group) or Paul Winter Consort....
 

Thought of Paul Winter Consort right away.  Very soothing.  8 for sure.

Bill, please play their other song, it's never been on.  Would like to hear it.
 jadewahoo wrote:
Most excellent!
 
Hi, Jade! {#Wave} I agree. Very whimsical - it takes me on a journey, much like Joni's "Paprika Plains" - can't explain it. Just gotta go with it and be ready for the magic on the other side... Hugs to you.

EDIT:  The website is mostly in French, and there's no English translation option that I could find. Still, I love the music, so I'll trot out my French translation book and do my best...

Love ambient fusion.  This is nice!
 romeotuma wrote:
Cool virtuoso jam...
 
Ah, but does it spread nicely on your morning toast? ;)

 jadewahoo wrote:
Most excellent!
  This is wonderful, plus it is really fun to say 'Djibouti'.

Most excellent!
This is making me think of a Pixar short...was this used in the snow globe one? or just a similar sound?
Wonderful tunisian compositor! {#Clap}
 DaveInVA wrote:
I like this! {#Music}
 
Me too!

I like this! {#Music}
nice!

I get a really nice Oregon feeling from this(Oregon the jazz band(no offence u Oregon guys))
Awesome!!
Clarinet!! Yes, I was just going to say . . . . 

Having played the clarinet for 15 years growing up its nice to hear it used in something other than symphonic band or jazz. 
The noodling clarinet sounds like something from Bolero ... not in a bad way, but I hear it.
Wow!