Omar Faruk Tekbilek – Spin Remixes (LifeArt, 2023)
LifeArt label’s latest offering, the “Spin Remixes” album by Omar Faruk Tekbilek, is finally here to mesmerize audiences once again. Boasting over an hour of music, the spellbinding album features an impressive lineup of artists from diverse continents and generations. Omar Faruk Tekbilek, a Turkish music icon with an enviable body of world music work, needs no introduction.
Unlike many producers who are busy remixing the latest chart-toppers, the remixers behind this album are ardent admirers of Omar’s original compositions. They’ve brought their own unique styles to the table, breathing new life into Omar’s timeless masterpieces. The album showcases a dozen gems, including some of Omar’s collaborations with the likes of Steve Shehan and Yasmin Levy.
Artists such as Boris Muzychuk, Federico Ferrandina, Ofer-Ziv, Cembir, Ran-Salman, S.I.S Project, Oguz Kaplangi, Laroz, DJ-Pantelis, Monkey Drummer, Tony Quattro, Guya, Jamie Schwabl, Michael Manahan, and Kaya-Project have taken Omar’s recognizable pieces to the next level.
By fusing ethnic chants, percussion, and instruments with Chill-out, Deep House, Lounge, and Breaks, the album transcends cultural boundaries, providing a wonderful sonic experience that is both eclectic and captivating.
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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.