2003 compilation album by Various artists
The Rough Guide to the Music of Canada |
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Compilation album by Various artists |
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Released | 13 May 2003 |
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Genre | World, Canadian |
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Length | 71:53 |
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Label | World Music Network |
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Full series chronology |
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The Rough Guide to the Music of Ethiopia (2004) | The Rough Guide to the Music of Canada (2003) | The Rough Guide to African Rap (2004) | |
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The Rough Guide to the Music of Canada is a compilation album originally released in 2003. Part of the World Music Network Rough Guides series,[1] it gives a wide overview of the music of Canada. Though contemporary styles are represented, the album focuses on roots revivalism, ranging from the traditional music of the Maritimes and Quebec to First Nations music and tracks representing Canada's wide ethnic range. The release was compiled by Dan Rosenberg & Philly Markowitz.[2]
Reception
Professional ratingsReview scores |
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Source | Rating |
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AllMusic | [3] |
Gregory McIntosh of AllMusic gave the album three stars, calling it diverse but nicely flowing.[3] BBC Music Magazine claimed the album was balanced toward "updated Irish", and lamented the lack of "unvarnished" native music.[4]
Track listing
References
- ^ Douglas H., Henkle (2012-10-23). "Rough Guide Discography / World Music Network Discography". FolkLib Index : A Library of Folk Music Links. Retrieved 2013-12-21.
- ^ Discogs. "Various - The Rough Guide To The Music Of Canada". Zink Media, Inc. Retrieved 2013-12-21.
- ^ a b McIntosh, Gregory. "The Rough Guide to the Music of Canada". AllMusic. Retrieved 30 Dec 2013.
- ^ "Reviews: Rough Guide to the Music of Canada". BBC Music Magazine. Retrieved 2014-01-10.
External links
- The Rough Guide to the Music of Canada at Discogs
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