Globe Trekker is a diverse musical journey around the world, occasionally lulling the listener into a false sense of security before shocking with some bizarre and thought provoking musical cocktails.
Includes the music from the Pilot Guides Globe Trekker TV shows from Ghana, Rio de Janeiro, Madagascar, Outback Australia and Cuba by composers including Nomad, Colin Winston-Fletcher, Ian Ritchie and Michael Conn.
While not world music per se, Globe Trekker, the soundtrack to the TV series of the same name, is definitely global in its outlook. Ambient composer-producers like Ian Richie (Laurie Anderson) and Nina Miles (Lenny Kravitz) are among those who create lush soundscapes that feature ethnic samples. Ritchie's "Old Man of Crete," for example, uses a traditional folk song by an island native as a springboard to a rich Mediterranean-flavored piece, while Daniel Pemberton builds a sample from Rio's Carnivale into an uplifting dance track. In some ways it seems as though the entire world is here--from the American South ("Don Strings") to Thailand ("Lahu"), Canada ("Smithsonian"), and Madagascar ("Valiha")--all filtered through an electronic prism. At times it can seem a little comfortable. But this is music made for the show, and in that light it does push the envelope a bit while keeping a strong, graceful integrity. --Chris Nickson
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Average rating: 3.6
Interesting but ...
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January 24, 2004
it's NOT the same as the original soundtrack. For those who've bemoaned the missing track, it's at Globe Trekker: Original Journeys, the CD with the orange cover.
Excellent despite the obvious lack
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November 26, 2003
I'm of the opinion that this disc missing the show's main title is a rather minor point. The sometimes funky, sometimes inspiring music brings back the atmosphere and antics of some of the show's hosts. It was hard for me not to think of wacky Ian Wright as I listened to some tracks. On other tracks, I could envision the shows they came from and the lands visited. This disc is NOT a stinker and I think is worth every penny of what I spent for it. I do find it hard that Vol. 2 is not available on Amazon.com. Oversight? I might have to go to the www.glodetrekkertv.com site to buy it. As for now, the other selection Amazon has will see me buying a copy.
THE MAIN THEME IS MISSING!!!!!!!!!
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August 27, 2003
What is wrong with these imbeciles? The best piece of music on this show, the main theme, IS NOT HERE!!!!!!!!!!
If you love the music on the show...
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May 17, 2003
I watch the show every week, and simply love the music. I am, too, disappointed that the main theme isn't on the soundtrack; yet, I still love this soundtrack. It's funny to watch the series and actually hear some of the songs on the soundtrack, as well. Every song is unique and have the tendency to flow smoothly. It's a great soundtrack to cruise on long trips with, clean with, have as background mood music, or just to listen to anytime. I do admit it took me a while to actually love the soundtrack as much as I do, but all in all it's a great find.
I liked it
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January 10, 2003
I'm surprised at the negative editorials, I liked it and I don't think it's bad. I agree and think it's great for walking or exercising, or cleaning. I'm no world music aficianado, but it's a good "starter" CD. I do have to say that is very pricey ... best to look for and buy it used -- I did.
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