Flamenco is a very rich and very demanding art, and it is almost impossible to capture its vital flavor without years of training and experience. Ketama, fortunately, has what it takes to deliver excellent New Flamenco. Released in June, 1998, Konfusion has a nice blend of smooth Pop-Jazz-Flamenco sound that promises to please new listeners. Also, the lyrical content of 'Konfusion', is far more thoughtful, interesting, and, even, intellectual than anything found in some of Ketama's earlier 'party' albums. 'De Aki a Ketama' is an absolutely indispensible album and 'Konfusion', while more introspective, will not disappoint any of those who have come to expect the highest caliber of music from this Madrid-based band.
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