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Rising African Music Star Lura Releases Second CD
Paris, France – Lura is a young artist whose origins come from Cape-Verde, but who grew up in Portugal. She has a new album tited…
Legendary Soul Singer James Brown Dies at 73
One of the most influential American musicians of the 20th century, James Brown, died today, December 25, of a of conjunctive heart failure. There will…
South African Star Jabu Khanyile Dies at 49
South Africa – Popular South African musician Jabu Khanyile died on November 12th, at a Johannesburg Hospital. He was suffering from prostate cancer and diabetes…
Cheb Nacim Releases Modern Rai with a Traditional Roots Sound
UK – In the tradition of the great Rai singers Cheb Hasni, Khaled and others, Cheb Nacim presents Algerian Rai, an album of passionate Rai…
MIDIval PunditZ Remixed EP
On MIDIval PunditZ Remixed, the New Delhi based duo’s music is taken to new dance-floor heights with a series of club friendly remixes by such…
Music Impresario Ralph Mercado in Stable Condition
New York (NY), USA – Music impresario Ralph Mercado is in good and stable condition after undergoing surgery. In a statement, the Mercado Family thanked…
Traditional Tango Singer Vayo Talks About His New Release Tango Legends
On his third album, Vayo takes the increasingly popular Argentine tango to its authentic roots. Vayo ‘s dramatic interpretations of classic tangos in Spanish, their…
Tribal Beatz Of Africa
Tribal Beatz of Africa is a combination of traditional rhythms and percussion from around Africa. The energy and pulse of tribal beats combine with the…
Gypsy Folk Innovator Titi Robin Releases DVD and Live CD
Paris, France – The 21st of November saw the appearance of Titi Robin’s new DVD and live CD package, Jivula (Naïve). for many in France,…