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Nacional Records News: SMOD (produced by Manu Chao) and “LAURA” by DIEGO GARCIA

Hola Nacionalistas!
Summer is here!  Diego Garcia is hitting the road and we wanted to let you know about his upcoming dates in the Northeast as well as his West Coast debut.  Dates are listed below.  This week Nacional Records also brings you a new gem all the way from Mali, Africa.  SMOD is an amazing fusion of World Music, Hip-Hop, Folk, and R&B that will take you away to distant lands.  Their debut self-titled album was produced by none other than Nacional’s own Manu Chao and is available now on iTunes (Download HERE ) and CD (Order HERE on Amazon).  You can also pick up a copy of SMOD at FYE, Amoeba, Rasputins, Melody Records, J&R, Silver Platters, Easy Street and other fine retailers (check the ‘World’ section of the store, and if you don’t see it then please ask for it).

DIEGO GARCIA – “LAURA”

Not So Commercial - Los Amigos Invisibles Download “Laura”
Order “Laura” CD

Upcoming Tour dates:
5/24 - World Cafe Live (Philadelphia, PA) TICKETS
5/25 – Cafe 939 (Boston, MA) TICKETS
6/4 – Anthology (San Diego, CA) TICKETS
6/5 – Sainte Rocke (Hermosa Beach, CA) TICKETS
6/7 – Detroit Bar (Costa Mesa, CA) TICKETS
6/8 – The Echo (Los Angeles, CA) TICKETS
6/9 – Hotel Utah (San Francisco, CA) TICKETS

SMOD – “SMOD”

Not So Commercial - Los Amigos Invisibles Download “SMOD”
Pre-order “SMOD” CD

SMOD is an act that fuses rap, folk and blues with traditional Malian styles; the group sings in French, and are fronted by the son of world music stars Amadou & Mariam. SMOD’s debut album ‘Ça Chante’ was produced by global icon Manu Chao.  SMOD originally connected with Manu Chao through their frontman Sam, who is the son of world music stars Amadou & Mariam. Back in 2005, Manu Chao had produced Amadou & Miriam’s breakthrough album, ‘Dimanche a Bamako,’ catapulting the group into international icons.
‘Ça Chante’ is a politically-conscious album that addresses inequalities across African history via impassioned French lyrics. French rap sensation Keny Arkana is featured on the track, “J’ai Pas Peur Du Micro.” SMOD embodies the emergence of a new scene in Africa, the embracing of new urban sounds while incorporation the importance of heritage. While the group has released three albums in Europe over the past 10 years, this new release is their North American debut.
“SMOD carries Manu Chao’s signature psychedelic bounce…The album brings Bagayoko’s gorgeous West African-style guitar work (unsurprising, given dad’s masterful chops) and a sweet French flow.” - ROLLING STONE (3 1/2 STARS)

“SMOD has one of the most intriguing sounds I’ve heard in a long time.“ - MTV IGGY

 

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Posted on: May 25th, 2011
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