While I ultimately decided to embrace a more traditional form, rather than tribal, I still appreciate their music and occasionally try out a gyration or two. And I can do a pretty mean belly roll, actually—which shouldn't surprise considering what I feed it.
I remember back then mentioning them to a friend, and he said (something like), "Oh yeah, well have you heard Balkan Beat Box?" I hadn't, but once I did, I was completely taken. Not the same sound of Beats Antique at all, but in the spirit of belly dance music with a twist. I challenge you to hold your booty still for this:
Or the next evolution:
Or with what they're up to today (caution for ears who are sensitive to the F word):
They continue to thrill me like none other. I guess you won't enjoy them as much as me, but give them a listen anyway, will you?
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