Ethnotronica (2013)
Ethnotronica is the title of the debut EP by Los Angeles-based multi-instrumentalist and programmer Ireesh Lal. As the title indicates the concept here is the combination of various musical elements, including electronic dance music, world music and jazz.
Throughout the EP, Ireesh Lal generates irresistible electronic dance beats that are interweaved with Miles Davis-style jazz trumpet and Indian and Middle Eastern musical instruments (tabla, oud, bansuri).
“Ethnotronica is my interpretation of electronic dance music blended with East Indian instruments and vocals, plus a little bit of jazz thrown in,” says Ireesh. “I am so grateful that amazing musicians who play with my band, Lal Meri, recorded on this debut solo EP. A special thank you to my cousin, Pooja, who sings lead vocals in Hindi on three songs: “Anjani Raah”, “Humsafar”, and “Raahein.”
Ireesh Lal is presently based in Hermosa Beach, California. He cites Thievery Corporation, Miles Davis, and Ravi Shankar as three of his influences. Ireesh Lal is a member of Los Angeles-based trio, Lal Meri with whom he recorded the critically acclaimed Lal Meri on Six Degrees Records (2009).
Ethnotronica showcases a splendid mix of traditional acoustic music from the East with cutting edge electronica.
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.
