I first came across Mehdi in a group called Ekova which produced some intriguing exotic sounds and was curious about the artists in the group. So, I looked up Mehdi in Amazon and was pleased to see so many positive reviews. I was lucky enough to see this CD at my local library and decided to check it out before purchasing - am I glad I did. I'm not sure what all the hype is because this CD is really no more than elevator-poppish-mood music (Ugh - clap-track??!! C'mon).Check out Pacific Moon's performers such as Jia Peng Fang, Jalan Jalan or Mizuyo Komiya and you'll find top-rate quality compositions that will soothe or uplift your spirit.Sorry Mehdi but this CD is glorified elevator music at best, which is dissappointing because I did enjoy Ekova. I'm glad I didn't waste my money.