PFC2: Songs Around The World (2011)
The Playing for Change project has grown to formidable proportions with the addition of some of the world’s finest musicians. On its latest production, PFC2: Songs Around The World, the global hopping project celebrates memorable songs by PFC2: Songs Around The World“>Bob Marley, The Rolling Stones, Stevie Wonder, John Lennon, Otis Redding and originals by Baaba Maal and several of the participating musicians.
Rock, soul, reggae and vallenato classics are transformed into fascinating worldbeat pieces. The cast is a dream team of international musicians and singers. Artists include Baaba Maal, Keb Mo, Sandra de Sá, Taj Mahal, Tinariwen, Colombian star Carlos Vives, kora master Mamadou Diabate, Roger Ridley, Grandpa Elliot, Stephen Marley, Mermans Kenkosenki, and Char.
The two disc set comes with two variations of the songs, a music CD and a DVD with video versions of the pieces.
PFC2, Songs Around the World is a spectacular gathering of global artists united for a worthy cause.
Buy the album or MP3 downloads:
- In North America: PFC2: Songs Around The World. Other recordings available: Playing for Change Live, Playing for Change: Songs Around The World
- In Europe: PFC2: Songs Around The World. Other recordings available:
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.
