Guitarist and vocalist Vusi Mahlasela, one of South Africa’s most admired singer-songwriters, has just released his new live album titled Shebeen Queen on ATO Records.…
South Africa’s Vusi Mahlasela Unveils Shebeen Queen
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K D Babukishan Releases “Bollywood Blockbuster Soundtracks” Worldwide
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Madison World Music Festival 2010 to Be Held Online
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Global Music Month 2020 Premieres This Fall
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Kronos Quartet & Friends Celebrate Pete Seeger
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