Search - Gecko Turner :: Guapapasea (Dig)

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C. Santi | Miami | 06/17/2006

(5 out of 5 stars)

"I usually don't write reviews but it was shame to see that this CD only had 1 review. It freakin' rocks! It's a nice mix of brazilian music, afro-cuban music, guitar, jazz... I don't know what else but it's very mellow and funky. I can play this CD from the first song to the last one with no problem. I don't really understand most of what he says but i think it adds to the music because the language and voice itself is an instrument.



It sounds like what you would get if you injected Jack Johnson with brazilian culture and sprinkled it with afro-cuban rythyms, shake up a little more, add more funk, and voila! Gecko Turner. I think he is a very talented individual, the music is awesome and great to chill to. I guarantee it will put you in a good mood. I'll definately look out for more of his stuff in the future. Listening to it puts you some place far, far away. One of my favorites..."

One of the funnest albums of the year

Nicholas Gorini | Portland, OR USA | 06/02/2006

(4 out of 5 stars)

"I took a chance in purchasing this album - I'd only heard one track on NPR a few weeks ago. It had a great, understated head-bopping groove that stayed with me. I like world music when it isn't over-produced or over-synthesized, and the track I heard (Limon En La Cabeza) had just the right feel.



I just got done listening to the whole album, and I was really impressed - score! Every track has that same understated groove. It has a popular, hip sound, but doesn't go over the top or veer into Ricky Martin territory.



Gecko Turner has a great voice and delivery, and each song seamlessly incorporates 70's funk guitars, reggae beats, bebop horns, toe-tapping percussion and an overall attitude that gets your body movin'.



If you're looking for some fun music that won't rot your teeth but keeps your booty shakin', and keeps you engaged with its inventive sound, do yourself a favor and get this album!"