In review--Honoring the Elders
Randall Paskemin Emotions Cree Round Dance Songs Canyon Records Tony Duncan Earth Warrior (Native American Flute) Canyon Records I first encountered Cree singer Randall Paskemin when he released a children’s album, Goodnight, Sweet Dreams, I Love You (Canyon Records). His newest CD, Emotions features love songs for adults, sung in the same passionate and witty voice as the previous album. You listen to this set of round dance songs, with the gentle thump of the frame drum accompanied by soaring vocals and you might just want to hang out with Randall. Certainly, he seems articulate and reflective with his songs telling slice-of-life stories. The love song Tattoo tells us about a man who doesn’t need to get a tattoo to prove his love to his partner. She’s My Girl revolves around a dual by two men who love the same woman. Marlon Deschamps plays the role of the other man. All I Have to Do is Close My Eyes ...