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EXOTIC DUETS AND IMPROVISATIONS
SUPERSTRING THEORY

Superstring Theory is the world-fusion band founded by award-winning composer, singer and multi-instrumentalist Derrik Jordan, and features his expressive and rhythmic approach to his chosen instrument, the five-string electric violin. World rhythms from many places, especially Western Africa, bring a special vibrancy and life to this wonderful music.

Derrik is joined on this CD by Steve Leicach (balafon), Lisa Sokolov (vocals), Nebulai (didgeridoo), John Hughes (kora), Jared Shapiro (cello) and Barry Hyman (sitar & tamboura), all of whom have achieved great success in their own fields.

playing time: 62.16  
direct sale price:  $15.99
audio  sample: O.G. Raga 
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tracks:
Food Chain
As Above, So Below
Waterfalls
Rapscallion
Open Channel D
Hive Mind
Carnation
Rain
Friend of Darkness
7ish
Sandstorm
Hidden in the Trees
The Earth Cries
O.G. Raga
Fire
Bay RIdge Raga

Review Extracts:
"With four current active bands, two or three duos and his solo performances, Derrik Jordan is something of a one-man musical force of nature.
In addition to singing, Jordan plays guitar, piano, violin, congas, steel drum, percussion and quica, a West African percussion instrument. His music reflects his wide concerns with social and environmental issues. And unlike the vast majority of singer-songwriters in the area, where it is easy to get lost in the sea of mild finger-picking guitar, introspective lyrics and sound-alike vocals, Jordan has a much broader and more interesting instrumentation and vocal range. He has a greater pop sensibility and lots of rhythm. His music and lyrics reveal optimism and speak to his interest in spirituality and the transforming experience." - Robert F. Smith, Vermont Sunday Magazine