"Firefly," the debut CD by Indus, is a riveting album fully inspired by the classical, carnatic music of India, with an Arabic influence. This album utilizes instruments like tabla, sitar & dholak, providing a unique and new tapestry of sound for the listener not familiar with Eastern music forms. The CD also relies on classical stringed instruments of the West which play smoothly in the background. The track "Kafi Lounge" takes the listener on a lively, instrumental escape into the midst of an Indian hookah lounge with its relaxing melodies and complicated rhythms. "Isfahan" makes use of the vocal stylings of classical Indian music that are more like sounds rather than words; aural cues that are meant to keep count for the dancer as well as signal the dancer to do certain movements. All around, the technique that went into this CD is impeccable. If you're a world music listener, "Firefly" by Indus is an album you can't help but appreciate.
-Trent C. and the RadioIndy.com Reviewer Team
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