Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA – A Life in the Blues (Rounder Records) is a Charles Brown fan’s dream come true. Charles Brown (1922-1999) is truly one…
Charles Brown’s A Life in the Blues
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.
Burhan Öçal & Istanbul Oriental Ensemble
Burhan Öçal & Istanbul Oriental Ensemble Meany Hall for Performing Arts Seattle, WA November 1, 2003 Back by popular demand (after his sold-out Seattle debut…
Cuban Singer Pablo Milanes Returns to Colombia after Seven Years
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Musicology Colloquium and Awards in Cuba
(Prensa Latina – Cumbancha) Havana, Cuba – Twenty-one works from nine countries, including from Cuba as the host nation, are taking part in the Musicology…
European Tour by Brazilian Pandeiro and Percussion Master
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Ali Slimani will be touring Canada
Canada – Ali Slimani will be touring Canada from the 09 November till 15 November 2003. The details: 09 Nov : Theatre Capitol, Moncton. Tel:…
Fado, Exquisite Passion
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA – Fado Exquisite Passion is the tile of a new compilation released by Narada World. The recording features four of the genre’s…
Successful WOMEX debut in Sevilla
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85-year-old Bebo Valdés Prepares Four New Albums
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