Welcome to the spiritual rhythms of voodoo, brought by slaves from the religion's West African birthplace to its incarnations in Haiti (Voudou), Cuba (Santería), Brazil (Candomble), Trinidad, and New Orleans. Grupo Vocal Desandann, Lord Nelson, Gangbé Brass Band, Maria Bethania and Dr John stand side-by-side in this unique take on voodoo's riveting musical history.

Bonus CD: Erol Josué, Régléman. Haitian singer Erol Josué is a practicing Vodou priest. His music explores the traditional rhythms that connect to the religion s rich history with a contemporary twist.