"Mamouna," released in the mid-90's, remains one of my all-time favorite Bryan Ferry albums. His unique arrangements and poetic song-writing are displayed beautifully on this album. The title cut, a ballad, is Ferry at his smoothest and most elegant. Another favorite cut, "The 39 Steps," is slightly more pop-py, but with a darker edge. For fans of Roxy Music, or Ferry as a solo artist, this is a must-have.

Or, I should say, take a chance with this CD, even if you are not familiar with Brian Ferry or Roxy Music. The Latin beats, the cool sax, the soaring sythesizers: no one can turn it on like Ferry and the Roxies, and listening to this disc, as with so many of their others, you'll be transported to a dark mysterious night club where the men are always soave and the women are always sexy. I am confounded that the likes of Sting have become so popular while Ferry has had to remain in comparative obscurity. Though he would never admit it, this is the type of album that Sting wishes he could record: as a whole, it is flawless, but if any songs stand out, I would have to say that NYC and the title track are particularly terrific. Mamouna is almost as timelessly perfect as "Avalon." Don't miss it.

Bryan Ferry's finest overall solo album to date. The above post mentioned the Roxy Music reunion and this may be it. Mamouna, along with Bowie's "Outside" and "Wrong Way Up' with John Cale are also the finest pop music that Brian Eno has produced since the '70's (I guess the ONLY pop music since the 70's for that matter.) Ferry with Robin Trower(?) and a no doubt un-credited Eno recorded this on an astonishing 56 tracks and you can hear something on everyone of them. There is layer upon layer of sonic stuff to enjoy so break out those Sennheiser's and enjoy! Oh yeah, it is very funky, sensual, avante-garde, romantic, sentimental, challenging and rewarding too.

I have long been a fan of Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music. This album is a real experience, beyond the jaunty, glam rock of the 70s and early 80s. There is a surreal feeling to this music. It's best listened to in an environment where it can truly be absorbed. Bryan Ferry's voice, of course, has a quality that is hard to explain, and with this great background music, it truly resonates to the ethereal.

It's the kind of album that you listen to a few times, then put it away for a few months, then do it again. Each time you will be amazed at the power of this incredible music experience. It is a beautifully constructed album, in that the music builds on itself to a great climax, then the amazing, haunting denouement of Chain Reaction just carries you away.

I cannot recommend Mamouna highly enough for Bryan Ferry/Roxy fans, or anyone else who likes stylish, inventive pop music creations.

I still listen to this album frequently. I am a lover of Bryan Ferry's music and this album, in my opinion, comes very close to the feel of Boys and Girls and Avalon. Bete Noire is a more upbeat album.

What I love about Mamouna is that it is "chill" music. Listening to it evokes something haunting and mysterious to me. My all-time favourite song is the closing track, "Chain Reaction". Try listening to this song while lying in the dark. I absolutely can't get enough of it.

This is a great collection of original music from Ferry. If you're a fan, get out there and pick this one up. You won't be disappointed.