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08/27/07

Gogol Bordello

Filed under: Musicjksterup   @ 07:44:54 pm

Yes, I know I haven't posted in a while. Things have been a little busy with school starting up again. Here's a brief post, though, to let you know about some music I've really been digging lately.

Gogol Bordello claim the label "gypsy punk," although I have a feeling there's more to their music than just that. Unfortunately, I don't really know enough about Eastern European music to really attempt any description of their style. What I do know is that it's wild, energetic, and completely awesome.

Listen (and see) for yourself:

That's "Ultimate," off their newest release, Super Taranta! There's really not a weak track on the whole album.

If you want to hear more, NPR has a full concert and in interview with the lead singer, which also features samples of some songs from the album.

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