Sahara groove, vol. 2

Sultry rhythms, snaky melodies, and an overall exotic allure distinguish the music of Northern Africa, and this excellent compilation finds worthy contributions from Sudan, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, and Morocco. Artists like Cheikha Rimitti, Cheb Nacim, and Hossam Ramzy dominate the record with dance-worthy numbers that will appeal to ethnomusicologists as well as club kids.