Alba Griot Ensemble The Darkness Between The Leaves Steal Your Face Mono Black 01 All Around You

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Uncut quietly charming Pitchfork You can't go wrong with this encouraging sense of optimism that pervades the song list

begun with the country-inflected minimalism of 1994's superb The Impossible Bird and pared to an even leaner chamber pop on this subdued charmer

the celebratory spirit is temporarily interrupted by a surprising acoustic diversion -- a straightforward cover of folk love song "Bless the Telephone" (1971)

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Alba Griot Ensemble The Darkness Between The Leaves Steal Your Face Mono Black 01 All Around YouAlba Griot Ensemble is a star studded international acoustic ensemble who mix Celtic and Malian traditions with blues, jazz and ambient elements. Featuring guests including Tony Allen and Toumani Diabate, this is a seamless meeting of rich and diverse musical styles. 01 Melt My Blues Away 05: 05 02 Shadow Queen 05: 35 03 Blurred Visions 04: 59 04 The Darkness Between The Leaves 06: 00 05 Long Way Home 03: 44 06 Horonia 03: 52 07 Labyrinth 05: 13 08