Jazz Articles about La Bottine Souriante

La Bottine Souriante: Rock & Reel

by Jim Santella
January 1, 2000

La Bottine Souriante – Rock & Reel (EMI/Hemisphere) Manufactured by Capitol Records, Hollywood and Vine, Hollywood, CA [47446] (51:18) Label this one in the Fringes of Jazz category. The universal language. When it comes from talented artists working with perfect execution, the music crosses boundaries and appeals to all. Especially when it melds traditional “French North American roots music" with contemporary jazz. All the essential elements are there: call & response vocals, foot stomping, gongs, chants, meters both regular and ...