This 2001 release captures the Taraf de Haïdouks in their element, presenting a raw and authentic collection of Romanian folk traditions. The album serves as a direct window into the vibrant, unadulterated sound that earned them a global following.
- Recorded in a single day at a studio in Paris, the album showcases the band's spontaneous and improvisational energy.
- "Band of Gypsies" was released on the Nonesuch label, known for its eclectic world music catalog.
- The album features traditional Balkan dance tunes and laments, performed on violin, accordion, cymbalom, and various percussion instruments.
Taraf de Haïdouks were a Roma band from the village of Clejani, Romania, known for their virtuosic, high-energy live performances of traditional Romanian folk music. The 2001 release of "Band of Gypsies" marked a period of international touring and recognition for the ensemble, following their earlier collaborations with artists like Ian Brennan.
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