Colombia – Maestro José Benito Barros Palomino died in the city of Santa Marta on May 12. he was regarded by most Colombian music critics…
Legendary Colombian Folk Song Composer Dies at 92
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Falu’s Self-Titled ‘Indie Hindi’ Debut Out August 7th
New York (NY), USA – Falu, a classically trained Indian vocalist whose passion lies in combining her culture with contemporary American pop/rock music, is set…
The Canadian Folk Music Awards Committee Announces the 2007 Ceremony Date and Call for Submissions
Canada – The Canadian Folk Music Awards committee announced today that the 2007 CFMA ceremony will take place Saturday, December 1st at the Canadian Museum…
Dengue Fever recording Third Album and Summer Tour
Los Angeles (California), USA – (May 17, 2007) – Cambodian pop band Dengue Fever are currently in the studio recording their third as-yet-untitled, full-length release…
Frititi and Kanda Bongo Man at African Cultural Day in England
Newcastle upon Tyne, England – On Saturday 30th June the North East of England African Community Association (NEEACA) celebrates the annual "African Cultural Day", which…
Reggae Star Lucky Dube at SOB’s New York
New York (NY), USA – Lucky Dube returns to New York in May 2007 to perform live at SOB’s (this is a venue change as…
New Album and Tour From Reggaeton Superstar Daddy Yankee, ‘El Cartel: The Big Boss
Santa Mónica (California), USA – Reggaeton’s first platinum-certified star, Daddy Yankee, has a new album El Cartel: The Big Boss, which can be preordered here.…
The Passing of a Highlife Giant, Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe
Nigeria – The Family of Chief Stephen Osita Osadebe, Officer of The Niger, Ezeafulukwe of Atani, announced the passing of the renowned Highlife musician. He…
2007 Clearwater Festival Connects Communities to the Hudson River
Poughkeepsie (New York), USA – The 2007 Clearwater Music and Environmental Festival – The Great Hudson River Revival, returns to the banks of the Hudson…
Les Boukakes Prepare a Summer Tour
Paris, France – The multicultural band Les Boukakes put on their game faces as they get ready for their world tour to take place this…