Urban Trad - The Best Of

Review by Karen Jain

The Best Of by Urban Trad is a compilation album that showcases the best of the Belgian folk group's music. The album features tracks from their previous albums, including their hit single "Sanomi," which represented Belgium in the Eurovision Song Contest in 2003.

The album is a great introduction to Urban Trad's unique sound, which blends traditional folk music with modern elements, such as electronic beats and rock guitars. The band's use of instruments like the hurdy-gurdy and the bagpipes gives their music a distinct flavor that sets them apart from other folk bands.

The Best Of also includes collaborations with other artists, such as Gabriel Yacoub and I Muvrini, which add further variety to the album. The songs are sung in a variety of languages, including French, English, and Flemish, which adds to the international appeal of the album.

Summary by Karen Jain

The Best Of by Urban Trad is a great collection of the band's best songs, and is a must-have for fans of folk music. It's also a great starting point for those who are new to Urban Trad's music and want to explore their unique sound. The album showcases the band's talent for combining traditional and modern elements to create a sound that is both fresh and timeless.