<body><![CDATA[An odd sort of compilation that seems designed more to proclaim the existence of David Byrne’s revitalised Luaka Bop label, one of the most reliable in world music, than highlight the career of the pioneering Peruvian torch singer. Baca has released four international albums and appeared on one other compilation (all on Luaka Bop), and 10 of the tracks here are taken from those. Throw in two remixes and the video to Valentin and you have a pretty inessential purchase for fans. However, with her late-night vocals and sublime choice in collaborators – Byrne, regular Tom Waits guitarist Marc Ribot, and her own band on percussion that varies from congas to a donkey’s jawbone – it is an exemplary introduction to a rare talent. Dim the lights and let these intimate, relaxed songs of longing take you away from the maddening rush of modern life. Click <a href="asfunction:Tardis.webPageOpen,http://www.luakabop.com/susana_baca"><b>here</b></a> to visit the Susana Baca pages at the official Luaka Bop website.Buy for £12.99 or less, including postage and packaging, before July 26. Subject to availability.]]></body>