Experience the deep, funky vibes from Yemen via Tel Aviv! 'Da'asa - The Haunting Sounds of Yemenite-Israeli Funk 1973 - 84' gathers rare and unreleased recordings from the mid - 70s to early 80s. Immigrant musicians from Yemen recorded these tracks in Tel Aviv. The well - known 'Im Nin'alu' by Tsvia Abarbanel gives a fresh, psych - rock influenced spin to the 17th - century Hebrew poem made famous by Ofra Haza. This compilation is filled with drum breaks, organ drones, heavy riffs, and a funky flow. It has a fuzz - filled garage sound, blending Israeli, Middle Eastern, and contemporary Western elements for a unique musical journey. With eight tracks in total, it's released by Fortuna Records on black vinyl in a gatefold sleeve, along with a sixteen - page booklet. Music label: Fortuna Records 2017. Reviewed by Desert Dweller 06/2018.
Using this vinyl LP is easy. Just place it on your record player, gently drop the needle on the groove, and enjoy the unique Yemenite - Israeli funk music. When handling the vinyl, make sure your hands are clean to avoid getting fingerprints on it, which could affect the sound quality. Store the LP in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent warping. When not in use, keep it in its gatefold sleeve and the sixteen - page booklet can be a great read to learn more about the music and its background.
