Havana, Cuba – The group Proyecto Joven Son, formed by Santiago de Cuba duet “Postrova”, septet “Luna Negra” and quintet “5 pa’ ti” will officially…
Proyecto Joven Son to Showcase in Havana
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.
Caridad Hierrezuelo In Spain
Madrid, Spain – Cuban singer Caridad Hierrezuelo began a tour of Spain the second week of May to launch her recent record entitled “Como yo…
Eliades Ochoa Will Not Retire
Santiago De Cuba, Cuba – Although Eliades Ochoa recently announced his retirement as a trova singer, the Cuban musician acknowledged this week that he will…
Sanscapes: Fundraisers for Bushmen Culture
London, England – British label electric Melt will release May 14 an album titled Sanscapes – Visions of the Bushmen that draws its inspiration from…
Cubadisco 2001 Trade Show in Havana
Havana, Cuba – Cuban “trova” music will be the focus at the 5th Cubadisco 2001 International Fair, to be held on May 16-20 in Havana,…
Flamenco Arts Festival
Santa Bárbara, USA – There will five days of dance, music, films, lectures, and workshops in this Californian city. The festival will feature Spanisah flamenco…
Cuban Group Baobab to Perform in London
(Prensa Latina) Havana, Cuba- Cuban musical group Baobab, performers of the so-called Afro music, will perform at London’s Afro Music Festival at the end of…
World Music Showcasing at Folk Alliance
Silver Spring, USA – The North American Folk Alliance will be having a world music showcase again in 2002. It is accepting showcase applications for…
Steel Pan Master Andy Narell Releases 2 CD live set
Cleveland, USA – Steel pan virtuoso Andy Narell has recorded a double live album, Live in South Africa, for the Heads Up International label. Narell…
Selection to Showcase at Strictly Mundial 2001
Salvador, Brazil – The Instituto Cultural Casa Via Magia, in partnership with EFWMF – European Forum of Worldwide Music Festivals, is delighted to announce that…