Hodíla ízba – Rites (hodíla ízba, 2022)
Russian band Hodíla ízba dedicates its latest album “Rites” to traditional rites of passage. The songs narrate the transitional stages of their ancestors’ lives. Topics include Leaving for the new world; saying goodbye to their families, whether they were going off to war or getting married.
The ensemble combines vocals rooted in Russian folk traditions with jazz, engaging beats and dreamy soundscapes.
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.