The CD Songs of the African Coast: Cafe Music of Liberia includes music recorded in 1948-49 by the noted ethnomusicologist, Arthur Alberts. Don’t expect traditional…
Liberian Music in the 1950s, Songs of the African Coast Available on CD
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.
Raucous Gypsy Disco Partisans
DJ Shantel – Disko Partizani (Crammed, 2007) Ready for a raucous Gypsy party? DJ Shantel has recorded a CD that will thrill Gypsy music and…
A Longing for Stockholm and Lisbon
Stockholm Lisboa Project Sol (Nomis Musik, 2007) As the name of the group suggests, there is a connection between Portugal and Sweden in Stockholm Lisboa…
Latin Alternative Innovators Breaking Boundaries
A new breed of musicians is breaking barriers in the Latin music field. Cuba is exporting some of the most creative rap in the world.…
Winter seminars 2008 by Musical Workshop Labyrinth
Musical Workshop Labyrinth is traveling to Lefkada and Corfu islands (Greece) for the winter! Seven seminars will take place at these beautiful islands from January…
Klubb Mantra with Mandingo Trio
The next Klubb Mantra happening is set for Friday 21st December at Verkstedet Bar in Oslo, Norway. The pan African Mandingo Trio is ready with…
Porteño Afro Latin Grooves
Mukele – Ubuntu (Suramusic, 2007) Argentine world beat musician Mukele crosses boundaries with a blend of powerful funk, soulful R&B vocals, jazz grooves, striking Brazilian…
Arabicana Blues
No Blues Ya Dunya (Rounder Europe, 2007) Dutch band No Blues impeccably weaves blues, American folk, jazz and Arabic music. The unusual and charming combination…
Scorching Double Live CD by Global Jam Band Hamsa Lila
Hamsa Lila Live in Santa Cruz (Avila Records Avila1969, 2007) American Jam bands have been drifting towards world music in recent years. The United States…
Recent Reggae and Dub 2007 Releases
The latest reggae and dub releases are a combination of reissues and new recordings. One of the essential reissues is the special edition of Bob…