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  | SHLOMO MIZRACHI ~ FENDERICA ONE
NOT ON LABEL ~ ISRAEL ~ Progressive Rock
Although Shlomo MizrachiFind albums by this artist is undoubtedly the greatest Israeli rock guitarist, he remains relatively unknown due to unfortunate turns in his career. The two groups he headed in the 1970`s - Electric StageFind albums by this artist and The Cape Of Good HopeFind albums by this artist - never properly recorded or released albums. Some of his extraordinary guitar playing can be heard on the two Danny Ben-IsraelFind albums by this artist albums, but that is about it. Therefore Shlomo`s decision to unearth various sessions he recorded over the years and release them on CD is a most welcome and festive occasion. The first album in this series ("Fenderica" is the name of his guitar - not difficult to guess the manufacturer) compiles his recordings made between 1975 and 1982, mostly in Europe with European musicians. The music and his guitar work are absolutely stunning and this is an incredible piece of history of Israeli rock. An absolute must for any fan of Israeli music, especially people who like the ChurchillsFind albums by this artist.
Individually numbered Limited Edition of 300
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  | SHLOMO MIZRACHI ~ KOKO IS 19 YEARS OLD (SOUNDTRACK)
PHONOKOL 4164 (Barcode: 7296134416425) ~ ISRAEL ~ Progressive Rock
Recorded: 1985 Released: 2001
Legendary Israeli guitarist / composer Shlomo MizrachiFind albums by this artist is one of the country´s most enigmatic figures. Although immensely talented as a player, he never achieved fame or recognition, working mostly in the shadows of the local scene and releasing very few albums. This album is the soundtrack to the Israeli film “Koko Is 19 Years Old", for which Mizrachi composed and performed the music. He is helped by some great players, among them the brilliant bassist Yossi FineFind albums by this artist. The film, which was not commercially successful at the time of its release, became a cult movie in time, and is considered one of the earliest locally produced "protest" films criticizing the social injustice suffered by Sephardic Jews in Israel during the early days of the state´s history. There are some parallels between the film´s plot and Mizrachi´s life. The music is excellent and features Mizrachi´s superb guitar playing, which is always a treat. Warmly recommended!
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