Tiki
Richard Bona · 2005
56 min · 15 tracks · jazz · Afro-Cuban jazz
A vibrant tapestry of Afro-Cuban rhythms interwoven with intricate melodies and Bona's soulful vocals.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant rhythms for celebration
- soulful vocals for emotional depth
- steady pacing for relaxed enjoyment
- interludes that enhance flow
- for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seek instant gratification
- prefer heavy, aggressive sounds
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Richard Bona released 'Tiki' in 2005, he was already an established artist known for his unique blend of jazz and African influences. This album followed his critically acclaimed debut, 'Scenes from My Life', and further solidified his reputation as a prominent figure in contemporary jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christian McBride· Esperanza Spalding· Marcus Miller
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Please Don't Stop 3:59
- 2 Dipama 4:26
- 3 Tiki 4:40
- 4 Kivu 1:26
- 5 O Beta O Siba 4:48
- 6 Esoka Bulu (Night Whisper) 4:02
- 7 O Sen Sen Sen 4:42
- 8 Manyaka o Brazil 4:06
- 9 Three Women 3:16
- 10 Ba Senge 4:09
- 11 Ida Bato (Ancient Song 1789) 1:10
- 12 Akwa Samba Yaya 5:03
- 13 Calçadão de Copacabana 4:09
- 14 Samaouma 4:55
- 15 Nu Sango 1:19
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