'Exotica' is a term used in the music world to define early Western interpretations of exotic music. Big band orchestras played mambo, calypso, surf, Hawaiian and Arabic music. The lyrics evoked exotic images that nowadays sometimes seem a bit clumsy and dated. The trend first caught on in America, where artists like Harry Belafonte made good use of their exotic descent. Dutch orchestras were also
… involved. Much to the delight of the two gentlemen of Black Market Audio. Because if they don't make music themselves, they collect old LPs with exotica. This compilation album, compiled by them, covers every nook and cranny of the exotica. From the tear-jerking Dreamland to the hot salsa funk of Rinus van Galen and his combo. So unexpectedly swinging polder history, that makes you wonder what kind of dance your (grand) parents have ever dared to do. (PdK)more