Saudade death waltz Johnny Cash and Tony Rice

Johnny Cash and Tony Rice made guest appearances

the album achieved platinum status and became a cornerstone of 1990s alternative rock

Alex unearthed and transcribed the music for Claim to Fame: an obscure Frederick Knight track as well as things made popular by Sam and Dave and Ernie K Doe

saxophonist's expansive vision: a 17-track journey featuring two drummers

Saudade death waltz Johnny Cash and Tony RiceAfter 5 decades of Cape Verdian music, Marcos' self released LP is a surprising discovery. Produced in 1984 in a Portuguese studio with backing from Paulino Vieira and 80's Cape Verdean luminaries such as Chibanga on drums, it may be the pinnacle of Funana music. Little is known about the record, titled Saudade, or its creator. Its 6 tracks are unmistakably Funana, made up of solely keyboards, guitars, drums and bass. To date, only two copies are