Radical Jewish Culture
Frank London/Lorin Sklamberg :  Tsuker-zis
Cat. # 8141
Released May 2009
cd time - 57:59
US Price $16.00
 
At the epicenter of the klezmer revival and the New Jewish Music scene, Frank London and Lorin Sklamberg have masterminded some of the most exciting Jewish music bands of the past two decades, including The Klezmatics. This third installment of their Nigunim projects focuses on Hasidic holiday songs. Featuring guitarist Knox Chandler of the Psychedelic Furs, legendary oud player Ara Dinkjian and Indian percussion virtuoso Deep Singh, the songs on tsuker-zis (sugarsweet) will delight one and all with their authenticity and creativity.
 
 
Personnel:
Frank London: Trumpet, Alto Horn, Flugelhorn, Harmonium
Lorin Sklamberg: Vocals, Accordion
Knox Chandler: Guitar, Electronics
Ara Dinkjian: Oud, Sax, Cumbus
Deep Singh: Tabla, Dhol