Contests:
Flyfi is offering three sets of prizes, each prize contains two great new
DVD's. Just email FlyFi by noon (EST), Wednesday December 10th, 2008 for a
chance to be 1 of 3 randomly chosen winners. (Rules and Eligibility
Restrictions apply).
Duran Duran
This latest addition to the acclaimed Classic Albums series takes us to the early eighties and the release of Duran Duran's second album "Rio". Released against a backdrop of riots, record unemployment and the Falklands War this optimistic and celebratory album would generate a string of hit singles and groundbreaking videos and catapult Duran Duran to global stardom. This DVD tells the story behind the writing, recording and subsequent success of the album through newly filmed interviews, musical demonstrations and both new and archive performances.
Willie Nelson & Wynton Marsalis
When two musical icons like Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis join forces for a concert, you know you're in for something special and this DVD delivers exactly that. Filmed over two nights in January 2007 at New York's Lincoln Center, this magical show sees Willie and Wynton combine their unique talents in a blend of jazz, blues and country music which takes in Willie Nelson originals, traditional songs and standards by the likes of Hoagy Carmichael, Jimmy Reed and Duke Ellington. The tracks are intercut with interview segments in which Willie Nelson and Wynton Marsalis give fascinating insights into the choice of songs they performed and the intoxicating mix of musical styles that resulted.
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Matthew Montfort: Seven Serenades
Already well known as the leader of the trendsetting world music group Ancient Future, Matthew Montfort’s long awaited debut solo recording showcases his pioneering work on the scalloped fretboard guitar Seven serenades following the muse on the path of improvisation, inspired and informed by the great musical traditions, but not bound by them. Improvisations becoming compositions of longing captured at the moment of conception.Mariah Parker: Sangria
With Sangria, Mariah Parker explores the exciting sonic terrain that blends the driving rhythmic syncopations of Latin jazz with the entrancing, asymmetrical meters of East India. Add intriguing melodic ideas to the mix and the result is compelling, at once adventurous yet accessible. This debut recording features her original compositions, drawing musical inspiration from Brazil, Cuba, Spain, and India. Be sure to check out our mp3’s from both recordings on FlyFi.comHere’s a wonderful video of Matthew Montford showing just how spellbinding the music can be when east meets west successfully.
Past Winners!
- Angela Henley
- Millard Fewell
- George McQuilken