Legendary Gnawa musician
Hassan Hakmoun will be performing at Chicago’s HotHouse in October. Gnawa
music’s integration of African rhythms and sensibility has been compared to the
Blues and Santeria, but the Moroccan context produced a unique sound.
By age four,
Hassan Hakmoun performed alongside snake charmers and fire-breathers on
Marrakech streets. Out of these origins came an emissary infused with Gnawa
music as well as rock and funk.
When: 10/13/06 @9pm
Where: HotHouse – 31 E. Balbo Dr. Chicago, IL 60605 (Harrison red
line/Balbo@Wabash)
Tickets: Call 312.362.9707 or www.hothouse.net
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
