Ljiljana Buttler And Mostar Sevdah Reunion - The Mother Of Gypsy Soul

Review by Judy Kusserow

The Mother of Gypsy Soul: A Raw, Heartfelt Journey Through Romani Folk If you’ve ever craved music that feels like it’s been pulled straight from the earth and stitched together with raw emotion, The Mother of Gypsy Soul by Ljiljana Buttler and Mostar Sevdah Reunion is your ticket. Released in 2002, this album isn’t just a collection of songs—it’s an experience. With its roots deep in Romani folk traditions, it blends the haunting beauty of Bosnia & Herzegovina with the polished production touch of the Netherlands. It’s messy, heartfelt, and unapologetically human. Let me tell ya, two tracks hit me so hard I couldn’t shake ‘em off: “Niska Banja” and “Djelem, Djelem Daje.” “Niska Banja” starts off slow, almost shy, like someone whispering secrets into the night. The accordion (courtesy of Mustafa Šantić) wraps around you like a warm blanket while Ljiljana’s voice—oh man, her voice—is pure magic. She doesn’t just sing; she tells stories, as if every word carries generations of pain and joy. By the time the clarinet kicks in, you’re not just listening anymore—you’re living it. This track sticks because it’s got this bittersweet vibe, like remembering something beautiful you can never get back. Then there’s “Djelem, Djelem Daje,” which feels like throwing caution to the wind and dancing under the stars. It’s upbeat but still has that ache in its core, y’know? The rhythm guitar from Sandi Durakovic locks in perfectly with Senad Trnovac’s percussion, creating this hypnotic groove that makes you wanna move even when you’re sitting still. And Ljiljana? She owns this one. Her delivery is fiery yet tender, like she’s daring you to feel everything she’s feeling right alongside her. What makes this album stand out is how real it feels. There are no flashy gimmicks or overproduced moments—just honest musicians pouring their hearts into each note. You can hear the soul in Kosta Latinović’s basslines, the grit in Nedo Kovačević’s violin solos, and the care Dragi Šestić put into mixing these tracks. It’s clear everyone involved was on the same page, aiming for authenticity over perfection. But here’s the thing—the album sneaks up on you. At first listen, it might seem simple, maybe even understated. But after a few spins, it digs its hooks in deep. These aren’t just songs—they’re memories, prayers, and dances all rolled into one. Listening to The Mother of Gypsy Soul feels like stumbling upon an old photograph album filled with faces you don’t recognize but somehow love anyway. And let’s be real—who would’ve thought a Dutch-Bosnian collaboration could sound so damn alive? That’s the kicker. Music doesn’t need borders or fancy labels to connect with us. Sometimes, all it needs is heart—and boy, does this album have plenty of that. So go ahead, give it a spin. Just don’t blame me if you find yourself humming “Niska Banja” at random hours or randomly busting out moves to “Djelem, Djelem Daje.” Trust me, it happens.

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Artist: Ljiljana Buttler And Mostar Sevdah Reunion
Album: The Mother Of Gypsy Soul

Folk, World, & Country

2002

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Djelem, Djelem Daje	6:33
Ciganine Sviraj, Sviraj	5:38
Si, Si, Si	7:34
Imam Jednu Želju	5:59
Nocas Mi Srce Pati
Od Kako Sam Tuđa Zena	5:30
Ja K'o Ostala Deca	4:56
Chororo	5:36
Niška Banja	4:22
Niska Banja
Imam Jednu Zelju
Zvonija, Zvonija	4:56
Noćas Mi Srce Pati	4:21
But Roma	3:17
Ashun Daje Mori	5:26
Od Kako Sam Tudja Zena

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Ljiljana Buttler, 12 Djelem Djelem Daje - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 07 Imam Jednu Zelju - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 04 Nocas Mi Srce Pati - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 11 Ciganine Sviraj, Sviraj - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 05 Si, Si, Si - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 10 But Roma - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 06 Niska Banja - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 03 Zvonija, Zvonija - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 08 OtKako Sam Tudja Zena - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 02 Ja K'o Ostala Deca - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 01 Ashun Daje Mori - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

Ljiljana Buttler, 09 Chororo - The Mother of Gypsy Soul

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Catalog Numbers

039, SR 66001
SR-66001
LC 12373 CC50010

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Hayat Production, Snail Records
Snail Records

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Role	Company
Mixed At	2nd Floor Production
Published By	Snail Records

Credits

Role	Credit
Arranged By	Mostar Sevdah Reunion
Bass	Kosta Latinović
Clarinet	Mustafa Šantić
Accordion	Mustafa Šantić
Drums	Senad Trnovac
Percussion	Senad Trnovac
Executive-Producer	Chris van den Hoogen
Guitar	Mišo Petrović
Mastered By	Chris Beckers
Producer	Dragi Šestić
Recorded By	Mladen Pavlović
Mixed By	Mladen Pavlović
Rhythm Guitar	Sandi Duraković
Violin	Nedo Kovačević
Liner Notes	Dragi Šestić

Notes

A big comeback of the Mother of Gypsy Soul!
Snail Publishing 2002.

Barcodes

Barcode: 3 871675 000759
Matrix / Runout: HAYCD039 5186 MADE BY RACMAN SI

About Ljiljana Buttler And Mostar Sevdah Reunion

Born: 14th December 1944 Belgrade, Yugoslavia (now Serbia) Died: 26th April 2010 Serbian singer. She is one of the most famous Jugoslavic Romni artists. During the civil war which led to the break-up of Yugoslavia, she emigrated to Germany, married and took her husband's name. In 2002, pursued her to come back and record the album with the Bosnian band .

Real Name

Ljiljana Buttler née Petrović

Name Vars

Lilijana Buttler
Lj. Buttler
Lj. Petrović
Ljiljana
Ljiljana Butler
Ljiljana Buttler
Ljiljana Petrović
Ljiljana Petrović Buttler
Ljiljana Petrović-Buttler

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Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The album *The Mother Of Gypsy Soul* by Ljiljana Buttler and Mostar Sevdah Reunion is a beautiful mix of Romani and folk music, released in 2002. It’s a collaboration between artists from the Netherlands and Bosnia & Herzegovina. One standout detail is that Mustafa Šantić played both the clarinet and accordion, adding rich layers to tracks like "Niska Banja" and "Djelem, Djelem Daje." The album feels like a heartfelt journey, blending traditional sounds with deep emotion. Producer Dragi Šestić also mixed the album, giving it a cohesive, soulful touch. Definitely worth a listen if you love world music with a story to tell!

Comments

krisherg

2025-03-15

Животни пут Јусуфа Саитовског https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5XN-IVH3IA0

larsbendybendy

2025-03-14

Аранжман: Кочо Петровски у оригиналу.

aguspasetyo

2025-03-13

Hvala ti Kraljice što si postojala i što nam ostavi ovu pjesmu. Volim te dok sam živ. ❤️☮️

walkoflifewkbras

2025-03-13

https://youtu.be/wyDzI8MC-LM

OVO JE ORIGINAL I SVI SU JE PREPEVALI

kingdm8

2025-03-12

??????

reviewsimlayha

2025-03-12

Prejaka Pesma ???

akahikyfin

2025-03-11

Jao ???♥️☦️❤️ Ljiljana sreco kraljice

sampper

2025-03-10

Дивна песма,још лепше извођење.Хвала Љиљана.

brandonzane

2025-03-09

Љиљана...

lindap378

2025-03-08

De me nadjeee

bansalhomeappliances840

2025-03-08

Dali je narod lud ili gluv , na ovako lepe pesme i pevače ?!

mario60658801

2025-03-07

Hoooooooj mamaaaa

ashleyjaneayers

2025-03-06

Ljiljana je najveća zvezda za mene! Živeće njen glas zauvek ❤️

emrhnenvr

2025-03-06

??????

insanbiasa85

2025-03-06

Čist bluz žena ubija kako peva.

timon9999

2025-03-06

❤?

frangiucich01

2025-03-06

Postoji li ista na ovoj zemlji a da nije hrvatsko,u tri p...e m......e vise.kako vam ne dojadi.cuj " podrijetlo" ( ti ebem)

danielmejiacardenas

2025-03-05

Ljiljana Buttler rođena Petrović ili, kako je se mnogi sjećaju, Majka romske duše rođena je 14. prosinca 1944. u Beogradu od virtuoznog virtuoza na harmonici romskog podrijetla i majke pjevačice hrvatskog podrijetla. Podatak kojeg rijetki znaju, slobodno možemo reći da je ona hrvatsko/romska pjevačica.

wirenutz

2025-03-04

Velika legenda, hvala joj za ostavljene predivne pesme. Počivala u miru Božjem.

sellcvv336783

2025-03-04

Imala sam neobično zadovoljstvo i čast da ovu divnu pevačicu čujem uživo. Ovako kako zvuči na snimku, takva je i uživo bila! Veliki respekt i počivala u miru. Ovakvi pevači se više ne rađaju.....