Fusing traditional Southwestern Native American tribal music and modern beats, Robert Mirabal: Music from a Painted Cave is a fascinating performance. It's a combination that you might question, but Mirabal is such a ta... more »lented singer-songwriter that not only does he make it work, you could argue he has created a new genre. The first part of Music from a Painted Cave finds Mirabal, the Mirabal Singers/Dancers, and Rare Tribal Mob in traditional tribal dress, using native instruments and performing tribal dances. A song he heard from his grandmother, "Ee-you-oo," is a paean to children, and "Little Indians" is a lovely folk ballad he wrote in the same vein. Later in the program Mirabal changes his traditional garb for leather pants, and the music becomes more like rock & roll in the energetic "Hope," although the native-drum backbeat is always there. Besides being musically inspired, Music from a Painted Cave is visually stunning: the costumes are beautiful, the staging elaborate, and the choreography gorgeous. --Dana Van Nest« less
Movie Details
Genres:Music Video & Concerts Sub-Genres:Pop, New Age Studio:Red Feather Format:DVD - Color DVD Release Date: 10/16/2001 Original Release Date: 01/01/2001 Theatrical Release Date: 01/01/2001 Release Year: 2001 Screens: Color Number of Discs: 1 SwapaDVD Credits: 1 Total Copies: 0 Members Wishing: 2 MPAA Rating: NR (Not Rated)
George Sinutko Jr | Royal Oak, Michigan United States | 02/23/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"If you want a mystical journey through the Native-American experience, this is it. Robert Mirabal (flute, drums, vocals, dance and narration) and his group (Rare Tribal Mob) excel in this musical and visual extravaganza. Not only is there ultra-hip music, but a wide assortment of Native-American dancers and costumes. Mirabal's wife (Dawn) and four year old daughter (Aspen)are among the featured performers (Aspen steals the show). Mirabal (A Pueblo from Taos, New Mexico) has evolved from being strictly a flute player to become a greatly versatile artist. If you saw Robert in the PBS production of "SPIRIT" and liked what you saw, this takes it a step forward. This DVD puts Robert Mirabal at center stage and lets the spotlight shine. Shine on you crazy diamond!"
A Soul Searching Journey for the "Mind-Body & Spirit"
Jade Raven Wolf | Hopatcong,NJ USA | 11/23/2004
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I first watched "Music from a Painted Cave" about two years ago on PBS. I myself am Cherokee/Blackfoot. After watching this program several times, I was not only moved to tears by the oneness of the "Native American Spirit" which was displayed "Beautifully"(unfortunately in modern society you never really hear about), I also felt a flowing calmness which can't be described. I fully intend to buy other pieces of work by "Robert Mirabal". Tradition is all to often lost. Thanks to Robert Mirabal and many other Native American Artists-All Is "Not" Totally Lost.
May the Spirits of our Ancestors "Protect and Guide" you All."
AWESOME!!!
Tish | Chattanooga, Tennessee United States | 11/04/2002
(5 out of 5 stars)
"This DVD is SO wonderful! I have seen Robert Mirabal and the RTM in concert and it is an experience that changed my life.
This DVD is of the PBS special a few years back but it is like being at the concert when you watch it. They put on a GREAT show and Robert tells the stories behind the songs on most of his songs. If you love Native American music with a touch of "rock" in it, you will love this music. The dancers, as well as Robert will show you their culture through this DVD and you will never forget it."
Hollywood can not touch it!!
Stephen E. Sobetsky | Anchorage, AK USA | 10/30/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"It is awesome. You and your children,should view the video. It is what we once were, (America) and what we should be (All peoples) . Not the Hollywood version of what life is or should be. It is a reflection of life issues, and family; presented in dance and music. Enjoy."
Excelent combination
magus0429 | Atlanta, GA United States | 10/10/2001
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I work at a music store and have heard a lot of native american music, but this is truly unique. Mirabal has created a well balanced blend of modern music and dance with traditional native american drum and dance. If you like this you should look for Robbie Robbertson and the Red Road Ensemble: "Music for the Native Americans", and Mirabal's earlier work "Warrior Magician"."