Palm World Voices – Mandela (Palm Pictures, 2006)
Mandela is the latest installment of the must have Palm Pictures series Palm World Voices. The beautifully packaged boxed set collection includes a DVD, a soundtrack CD , a 48-page book and a National Geographic map. It is scheduled for release July 18, coinciding with the South African leader’s 88th
birthday.
The DVD is titled Mandela: Son of Africa, Father of a Nation. Shot during the historic 1994 presidential election, it narrates the history of Nelson Mandela and his effect on South African politics up to the presidential
election, using interviews with Mandela himself, family members and many
important leaders in South African life. The documentary includes fascinating
archival footage, which shows the brutality of the apartheid regime in 20th
century south Africa.
The soundtrack CD includes some of the key figures in South African jazz and
popular music. Some of the artists included are: Vusi Mahlasela, the Manhattan Brothers, the late Brenda Fassie, the “white Zulu” Johnny Clegg, legendary trumpeter Hugh Masekela, and the African National Congress Choir.
The 48-page book includes dozens of photos and art images, and an essay by British journalist Robin Densenlow.
The boxed set also includes a 20″ x 30″ National Geographic map.
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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.
