Jimmy Dludlu - Echoes From The Past (2000)

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"Jimmy stands side by side with the guitar masters of the 20th and 21st centuries, such as Charlie Christian, Wes Montgomery, George Benson and Django Reinhardt. That he is confined to South Africa is a great loss to the rest of the world. I hope that his record company will have the vision to market him internationally because he will certainly break down many walls. Jimmy is here to stay." by Hugh Masekela. Having listened to this disc on several occasions I can only agree with Mr. Masekela's opinion of Dludlu's talent and echo his sentiments regarding more universal recognition of this truly outstanding musician. Until I received this issue I was completely unaware of this remarkably accomplished guitarist but I am now convinced that he is a name to look out for in future. Whilst Hugh Masekela's claims might seem somewhat extravagant I think anyone who listens to this record will be compelled to agree. All of the influences cited can be heard in Jimmy Dludlu's performances and yet he has managed to develop and mould all of this into a highly personal style.

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01. Linda
02. Echoes from the past
03. Zavala
04. Motherland
05. Nolwazi
06. War and starvation
07. African dimensions
08. Rosa mali
09. Nkateko
10. Malala
11. Thula