version of the celebrated album Lullabies from the Axil of Evil, created
by Norwegian producer Erk Hillestead.
Norwegian producer Erik Hillestad was struck by President George W. Bush’s January 29, 2002 speech wherein he launched the now famous term “The Axis of Evil”. He declared that Iran, Iraq, North Korea “and their allies” were enemies of the United States and the free democratic world. These countries were labeled enemies. Hillestad felt the stigma that was attached to the countries pointed out as members of “The Axis of Evil” was just one side of it. As a result, decided to unite “East” and “West” through song…through lullabies. “Lullabies lead us to the deepest and most fundamental way of communication between human beings. It is where all sharing
of ideas and feelings starts. Between mother and child, between father and
child. It is a universal culture. “- Erik Hillestad.
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
