The Roma people have had a profound influence on the culture of the Balkans, and it all comes to life in this unboundedly energetic collection of Gypsy music. Roots music journalist and record collector Dan Rosenberg delivers a rollicking introduction to some of the most prominent bands and singers from all over the region. This is authentic Gypsy music at its best- big, brassy, dramatic and designed for celebration. The production quality is excellent and the liner notes superb.  (BLK93, $14.95)