Three Malaysian female singers' modern versions of the traditional Zapin dance style of Johor and other states. Zapin is believed to have Arabic origins, introduced into Malaysia in the fifteenth century, Excellent compilation of the best of modern Malaysian roots music.

Early album from 1999 of the wonderful Noraniza Idris, of traditional style pop, mixing strong Islamic and Malay elements with western music. Collaborators include Pak Ngah (accordionist and songwriter). 10 tracks including Tinting and Joget Si Kaduk Junjung.

Monumental album by one of Malaysia's finest female singers. The songs are based on different rhythms from different parts of Malaysia; Kelantan, Sarawak, the Malayan Peninsula, Perlis, Johor, Pahang, Negeri Sembilan, Johor Riau, some are tribal rhythms, others Arabic and Indian, elsewhere the roots are in Thailand and Indonesia. The sum of these rhythms and an equally rich blend of instruments from Malaysia and the west is an accessible, hugely enjoyable, uplifting album. If only all countries in Asia had artists as enthusiastic to embrace their musical hereditary in a completely natural manner as Malaysia. English liner notes enclosed.

2000 released album from one of the biggest stars of Malay pop music. The usual effective mix of Malaysian/Arabic and pop

Veteran singer of film music, although this is upbeat, Arabic influenced pop.

Noraniza Idris is one of the leading singers of Irama Malaysia, a Malaysian roots music style with Arabic influences. Released in 1997, this was her breakthrough album, that sold very well and turned her into a star of the genre.