What is it about yodel that brings smiles and laughter? The memories of old films, mountain scenes and a hint of Alpine slapstick? From its spiritual homes in the Alps and rural USA, yodel's influence can be found in any country - from Hawaii to Cameroon - and in any type of music - from techno to Bollywood. The Rough Guide To Yodel aims to squash the clichés and invites you to open your ears to the joy of yodel. Artists include – Cathy Fink, Janet McBride, Christine Lauterburg, Jodel Duo Rösy & Paul Hirschi, Shelley Hirsch & David Weinstein, Alpendub Vs -The Man Cable-, The Ho'opi'i Brothers, Trio Los Camperos De Valles, Kishore Kumar, Sainkho Namtchylak, Carolina Cotton, Laura Love, Gillian Welch, Mike Johnson, Kenny Roberts, Ed Sanders, Francis Bebey and Baka Beyond