Palm World Voices

“Palm World Voices takes listeners on an inspirational multimedia journey through music and cultures of the world” - Deepak Chopra, Author, Peace is the Way

Palm World Voices is a new series of CD and DVD releases that invites music lovers to completely immerse themselves in the vibrant imagery, history, culture, and terrain of musically rich areas of our globe. From to India to the Middle East to Africa to Brazil, the deluxe packages are a deep, multi-media exploration into the roots of the music and include a DVD featuring documentary footage and a 50-page book filled with photographs and essays as well as a geographic and cultural map designed exclusively by National Geographic for Palm World Voices.

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• Mandela

  Offering an intimate look at one of the world’s most revered human rights figures from his childhood to his election as South Africa’s first black president, the feature-length film produced by Jonathan Demme was nominated for the 1997 Academy Award for Best Documentary. A 26-track CD soundtrack includes South African legends Hugh Masekela, Johnny Clegg & Savuka, Vusi Mahlasela, The Manhattan Brothers, Brenda Fassie and many more. The 48-page book and National Geographic Map chronicle the political and cultural history of South Africa. Click to view trailer

• Spirit (Coming July 18th)

  Exploring the tranquil sounds of the Sahara and beyond, Spirit takes a mystical journey into the exotic world of the Mediterranean and Middle East, following the culture, history and breathtaking beauty of one of the most fascinating areas of our world. The 11-track CD features music by Bel Canto, Tinariwen, Gabrielle Roth & The Mirrors and more. The package includes a beautiful 48-page book filled with colorful photos and art images. The National Geographic Map details amazing and intriguing aspects of this often misunderstood region. Click to view trailer

• Brazil (Coming September 12th)

  A country rich in culture and music, Brazil is home of the samba and bossa nova. Seductive in sound and landscape, this release features both classic and contemporary artists from the Universal catalog, including Caetano Velaso, Stan Getz, Monica Salmasso and Marcio Faraco.

• Vedic Path

  Focusing on the music and culture of India, Vedic Path is both meditative and contemplative. This release showcases contemporary and traditional Indian music and chants. Indian superstars Ravi Shankar, Ali Akbar Khan, and Ani Choying Drolma are just a few featured on this release.

• Africa

  A continent of rich musical history alongside political strife, Africa has delivered Juju, chimurenga and marabi. Africa presents a grand portrait of the music and leaders of this influential nation. A few of the superstars included on this release are Juju star King Sunny Ade, Senegal’s Baaba Maal, and Afro-pop artist Salif Keita.

• Baaba Maal

  Senegal’s shining star is considered the voice of his people and was the first artist released on Palm Pictures. Crafting a distinctive sound that fuses traditional African music with pop and reggae elements, Baaba Maal lead the way in what was to be termed ‘Afro-pop’. This compilation showcases the master in various stages of his esteemed career.