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Angélique Kidjo

Tuesday April 13, 2010

By DAN AQUILANTE of the New York Post

Angelique Kidjo — a New Yorker by way of Benin — proves she’s a citizen of the world on her latest album, “Oyo.” Along with such soaring African tunes as “Zelie” and “Atcha Houn” are “Petite Fleur,” sung in sexy French, and the rock-ballad groove on the Santana classic “Samba Pa Ti.” Other compelling covers include Aretha Franklin’s “Baby I Love You” and James Brown’s “Cold Sweat,” and on Curtis Mayfield’s “Move On Up,” R&B crooner John Legend lends his voice. Kidjo’s earthy round tones, unveiled against a backdrop of stellar percussion, keep things together, making this sophisticated world music for simple tastes.

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