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2023-08-25

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PSALM23116D

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Artist

Martin Denny

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Cherry Red Records

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Rock-Pop

Cherry Red is a British label that was founded by Iain McNay in 1978. Also known as Cherry Red Records, this label has become associated with the company Music and Media Group. With the label code LC 6730, Cherry Red has made a name for itself in the music industry. It is important to note that this label should not be confused with the US label of the same name.

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Martin Denny, born on April 10, 1911 in New York, was a renowned artist who revolutionized the music industry with his unique blend of Exotica. After touring with big bands in the 1930s and serving in the Army Air Corps during World War II, he found himself in Hawaii in the mid-1950s. There, at the Hawaiian Village Hotel at Waikiki, he formed a quartet featuring Arthur Lyman on vibraphone. Their performances around a pool using unconventional instruments from Hawaii and Asia created Martin Denny's signature sound.

Mr. Denny gained widespread recognition when his recording of Les Baxter's "Quiet Village" reached the Top 5 of Billboard pop charts in 1958. His debut album "Exotica," released in 1959, topped charts for five weeks and became an iconic symbol of stylized Polynesiana during the early cold-war era.

Throughout his career, Martin Denny continued to release albums such as "Forbidden Island," "Afro-Desia," and "Primitiva." These albums provided the soundtrack to the trend for tiki culture and influenced artists like Tak Shindo and Esquivel!. In recognition of his contributions to music, Mr. Denny received a Nā Hōkū Hanohano Lifetime Achievement Award from Hawaiʻi Academy of Recording Arts in 1990.

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Deep Exotica - Four Albums on 2 CDs is a compilation album by Martin Denny, released by Cherry Red Records. This collection features four of Denny's iconic albums, showcasing his unique blend of exotica and lounge music. With over two hours of music spread across two discs, this album is a must-have for fans of Denny's work.

The first disc includes the albums "Exotica" and "Quiet Village," both of which are considered classics in the exotica genre. "Exotica" features Denny's signature tropical sound, with lush orchestrations and exotic percussion. The standout track on this album is the title track, which became a hit single and solidified Denny's place as a pioneer of exotica music. "Quiet Village" takes listeners on a journey to a tranquil island paradise, with its soothing melodies and gentle rhythms.

The second disc features the albums "Afro-Desia" and "Primitiva." "Afro-Desia" explores African rhythms and melodies, incorporating tribal chants and percussions into Denny's trademark sound. This album is filled with energy and excitement, transporting listeners to the heart of Africa. "Primitiva" continues the exploration of exotic sounds, blending Latin rhythms with Polynesian influences. The result is an album that is both lively and relaxing, perfect for setting a tropical mood.

Overall, Deep Exotica - Four Albums on 2 CDs offers a comprehensive overview of Martin Denny's groundbreaking work in the exotica genre. With its lush orchestrations, exotic percussion, and captivating melodies, this collection is sure to delight fans old and new.

Deep Exotica -  Four Albums on 2 CDS

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