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After performing in Johannesburg as part of this year’s World Cup concert Amadou & Mariam are fast becoming global superstars. Their new single ‘Africa’ taken from ‘Welcome To Mali’ which was released earlier this year to much acclaim steams along like a worldly jamboree of celebration. But it’s the fact that the other remixes on this single release come courtesy of Bob Sinclair and Radioclit show that Amadou & Mariam are not just in demand in the public eye but by their fellow professionals who are seemingly clamouring to collaborate with the duo. Amadou & Mariam are a truly inspirational pair that have the support and adulation of an entire continent. And frankly, what better way to unite a continent with this aptly titled song.
Radioclit’s 2008 electro hit ‘Secousse’ has been given a facelift and has been re-released as ‘Secousse All Stars’. This time around, the Latin feel is unmistakable. Portuguese vocals chant hypnotically over the track, adding a little bit of spice to it, whilst the low, pulsing bass line chugs along with the rather odd percussion loops. Much of the original has remained intact – in fact, the main noticeable difference here is that there are some Brazilian vocals slapped over the top, with the exception of some re-structuring and slightly more polished production. Unfortunately, those sexy Brazilian vocals don’t give ‘Secousse’ much of a marked improvement, nor does it make this song any more desirable. DJ’s and electro/techno fans would probably be best advised to check out who’s been on remix duties for this one…
