http://afropopshop.org<img src='http://files.afropopshop.org/images/2068/dellali.jpg'>Sinewy, sophisticated, and genre-expansive, 'Dellali' features Mami's barbed-wire vocals cutting through multi-layered fields of wild and orchestral violin, accordion, cello, oud, and drums. In turnabout, Sting backs Mami on a track, and late Nashville sensation Chet Atkins is on guitar on backing vocals. This recording takes Rai into new fields while still keep the Algerian roots intact. <p>Downloads for this album are only available in the U.S.</p>Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:45:42 -0500http://chebmami.afropopshop.org/#album_2068<img src='http://files.afropopshop.org/images/2096/lazrag_saani.jpg'>For those who are unfamiliar but intrigued with Cheb Mami's talents, 'Lazrag Saani' provides an excellent introduction. Drawn from material previously found only on various compilations and European releases, This recording is a survey of the variety of sounds Cheb Mami has explored in recent years. Strings, horns, dance beats and other western conventions are blended with Algerian instrumentation to create a truly international form. <p>Downloads for this album are only available in the U.S.Thu, 24 Jul 2008 21:45:42 -0500http://chebmami.afropopshop.org/#album_2096