Abiogenesis, from Nagaland in India, is an experimental band and they have developed a new world genre which they have named ‘Howey Music’. Howey is a fusion of Naga Folk tunes with modern music. They also play a new wind musical instrument made of bamboo invented by Moa Subong, a member of the band.
Abiogenesis are:
Arenla Subong: vocals, bamhum
Moa Subong: bamhum, guitar, harmonica
Imli Subong: drums, percussion
Paul: bass
Longden: guitar
Discography:
Aeon Spell (Saregama, 2007)
Rustic Relish (APH Records)
Slice of Heaven (APH Records)
Legacy Of The Mountains (Mondo Tunes)
Official Web Site: www.abiogenesis.altpro.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.
