(headline image: Frente Abierto with Israel Fernández and Lela Soto – Photo by Romualdo Sagrada) Frente Abierto, a collective of musicians from southern Spain, mix…
Frente Abierto Presents its Groundbreaking Flamenco
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Cem Yildiz introduces World-Electro from Anatolia
Known as the “Modern-day troubadour,” Cem Yildiz passionately explores Anatolian and Alevi-Bektashi music, delivering captivating performances imbued with shamanic essence. Utilizing electrified saz and vocals,…
Ricky Martin, Loreena McKennitt, and Lila Downs, Headliners at Pirineos Sur 2024
Pirineos Sur, the most significant music event in Aragon and one of Spain’s longest-standing festivals, with over 30 years of history, is all set for…
Tray Wellington Reveals “Blue Collared Dog and His Green Eyed Friend”
Tray Wellington‘s latest single, “Blue Collared Dog and His Green Eyed Friend” (Mountain Home Music Company) revisits the newgrass instrumental genrey. The title, though peculiar,…
New Music from Mason Via, “Hey Don’t Go”
Mason Via has rolled out his latest release, “Hey Don’t Go,” under Mountain Fever Records. This country Americana fusion track delves into the theme of…
Fatoumata Diawara releases New Videoclip “Blues” featuring Roberto Fonseca
Malian star Fatoumata Diawara has unveiled the music video for her track “Blues,” featuring Roberto Fonseca. The song serves as a tribute to her global…
Award-winning Ivorian Singer-songwriter Dobet Gnahoré Announces U.S. Tour
Award-winning Ivorian singer-songwriter Dobet Gnahoré will be touring North America this summer. Her most recent album is Couleur. A new release is scheduled for June…
International Songwriting Competition (ISC) Reveals the 2023 Winners
The 2023 International Songwriting Competition (ISC) has announced the winners in the World Music category. Selected by a panel of judges composed of prominent music…
Junior Sisk Shares “Memories of Mother”
Junior Sisk’s latest album, If There’s a Will There’s a Way (Mountain Fever Records), includes the standout track “Memories of Mother.” This piece reflects Sisk’s…
Emilio Moret’s Loving Cuban Tribute to Mothers
Cuban artist Emilio Moret has released the single “Para Todas Las Madres” (For All mothers) on the Lusafrica label. Moret encourages listeners to look at…