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Bali is said to be one of the most spiritual places in the world. It is a mysterious island, where music seems to breathe, like a living creature. In a follow-up to their immensely popular first album, "Bali," Jalan Jala... more »n's "Bali dua" takes us there again. To enhance your enjoyment of the music, removable incense sticks are included in the spine of the CD jewel case.« less
Bali is said to be one of the most spiritual places in the world. It is a mysterious island, where music seems to breathe, like a living creature. In a follow-up to their immensely popular first album, "Bali," Jalan Jalan's "Bali dua" takes us there again. To enhance your enjoyment of the music, removable incense sticks are included in the spine of the CD jewel case.
renegadered | Felton, CA United States | 05/31/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"What a perfect opening to the experience of this cd: the first cut features a dreamy, distant, chanting voice surrounded by a soothingly repetitive electronic progression. Strains of chords ebb and flow throughout. This is far from a spacy, new-agey list of songs. These soothe you and take you far away where the sounds caress your weary psyche. Deliciously blended synth sounds and traditional gamelan bells and chimes create a place where you surrender to their sheer, gossamer beauty. What a cd. Use it for yoga, or while sitting languidly on a hammock in a summer kiss of a breeze."
Very good but...
Beauloup | Ontario, Canada | 03/25/2007
(4 out of 5 stars)
"The first "Bali" is so good I couldn't wait to get this one too.
Although it is very good, there is something about it that can't match the sheer simple beauty of the first. There is much more synthesizer here and a lot more going on which I thinks detracts from the pure, simple sounds of peace that the first one delivered. Also, the songs do not flow nearly as well on "Dua".
If you liked the first disc you will probably like this one too but just be prepared to expect something a little more busy and synthesized."
Serenity Guaranteed!
greensbeans | 01/23/2005
(5 out of 5 stars)
"Jalan Jalan has captured the essence of Bali in this beautiful work of art. Jalan Jalan means to "walk" and this music, like the ebbing and flowing of a gentle tide, invites you to take a dreamy journey on a deserted beach or a quiet forest. I wish these meditative pieces could go on..and on.. and on. This CD is guaranteed to invoke peaceful images to help calm your soul.
Their first album, Bali also is good but Bali Dua IMO is great as the musicians have become more adept at weaving in more variety with the instruments and voice whilst mantaining the same quiet and soothing quality.
I am so glad to have discovered the music of Jalan Jalan which is not your typical-spacey-new-age overworked material out there. I hope they'll release more albums.
And past reviewers, thank you!"
Extra-ordinary!
Benedick Howard | Los Angeles, CA USA | 12/03/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I have been using Julan Julan with my DreamWeaving selection for many years. Bali Dua has a very similar feel of visionary and mediatative Balanese sounds. It is very relaxing without being synthetic New Age.Its a must for your collection if you are into meditation and tranquility with a richness that is so nurturing.Visit my DreamWeaving web site for other musical recommendations!"
Spacious and Calming
Brahms Scholar | Los Angeles | 07/26/2006
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This CD sounds just like its cover looks--lots of open space and gentle washes of sound, punctuated with simple Gamelan based melodies. The previous reviewer seems to overlook the fact that this music is meant to capture a mood. It was not created to sound just like Gamelan music. When you first listen to this CD you will feel that it's somewhat sparse, but therein lies the genius. Gamelan music is very busy, so naturally people that are interested in this genre will at first be disappointed by this CD, but once you get over the clash of your own expectation with the music itself, you will be quite surprised to find that this is very enjoyable music. This is one of my favorite CD's, and for good reason; the music is very melodic, well executed, and quite comforting and gentle. You could use it for reading, Yoga, Massage, love making even :-)...Give it a try. You won't be disappointed."