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From Brooklyn To The World

The Brooklyn Gypsies are a Global Fusion group of musicians/ producers based out of NYC & Europe active since 2012 within the International World Music and Festival scene.

“Since its birth, New York City has been a medley of international culture. Keeping true to New York tradition, Brooklyn Gypsies combine Middle Eastern musical elements with Spanish flamenco guitar styling and modernize this combination with a suffusion of dub-electronica and trip-hop percussion. Traditional West Asian oud and maqams make the base melodies distinctly exotic—see “Zeina.” Multilingual lyricism and Bhangra influences round out the diversity. Visions of sandy desert twilight are brought to mind while listening to “Marfa,” and they left me in a sweltering and surreal haze. Without having to leave my couch, I’ve been transported on a breathtaking journey across the globe with Brooklyn Gypsies at the helm. They truly live up to their names as music nomads with their wide array of diverse traditions and a home on the world stage.” 

– LeAundra Jeffs_ Slug Magazine

“With a name like Brooklyn Gypsies it’s no surprise that the group play an eclectic fusion of styles, including Latin, Middle Eastern and North African influences. With songs sung in English, Spanish and Russian, the group hop from reggae to flamenco to Russian folk or even Arabic breakbeat seamlessly, representing Brooklyn’s diverse ethnic heritage and style in the most stylish-way possible.”

– Sound & Color album review

“If gypsy music originated in Brooklyn, Sin Fronteras would be the end result. There are dancehall, reggae, dub, electronica, and Arabic influences that add authenticity and depth. The syncopated beats, modern Middle Eastern infusions, and brass textures gives new meaning to the term gypsy music. Ten great tracks comprise the album. Brooklyn Gypsies know how to make music.”

– Matthew Forss/ Inside World Music