Michael Orlove is the person behind the Chicago World Music Festival. He works for Chicago’s Department of Cultural Affairs and is also very active within…
World Music Profiles: Michael Orlove, World Music Festival Chicago
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Highlife Pioneer Ambrose Adekoya Campbell Dies in England
Highlife band leader and percussionist Ambrose Adekoya Campbell passed away in his sleep in England on Thursday, June 22. Ambrose Adekoya Campbell arrived to London…
Two Members of Celtic Band Felpeyu Die in Van Crash
Spain – Carlos Redondo and Igor Medio, members of Asturian Celtic band Felpeyu, died today in Zuya (northern Spain) in a vehicle accident. The group…
Salaam Music Village Festival in London
London, UK – Salaam Music Village Festival, a celebration of arts & culture from across the Islamic world, will be held in London June 28…
"Tsotsi" Star Zola Speaks at U.N. & Celebrates South Africa with Angelique Kidjo and Vusi Mahlasela
Hollywood (California), USA – South Africa’s Zola, the Kwaito hitmaker, TV host and costar of the Oscar winning film Tsotsi, will perform with Angelique Kidjo…
Indian and Japanese Music Concert for Sitar and Shamisen in Tokyo
(PRWEB) – A groundbreaking and imaginative event will bring two musical traditions together in a concert presented by Darshanam in Tokyo on 30 June 2006…
WOMEX Announces Second Round of Showcase Selections
Berlin, Germany – A second set of artists selected to showcase at this year’s WOMEX showcase in Sevilla have been announced. – Aynur (Turkey) –…
The 4th Annual Reggae Festival of Wales Celebrates Bob Marley
Haverfordwest (Pembrokeshire), UK – via PRWEB – The venerable ‘Rita Marley’ will join a host of performers and fans to celebrate the 4th annual Reggae…
Reggae Sunsplash Returns to Tour the U.S.A. with a Hot Ticket
After nearly a decade hiatus, the Reggae Sunsplash festival is back, bigger than ever, and set to tour the U.S.A. this summer. Continuing its motto…
Bob Dylan to Release First New Album in Five Years
New York (New York), USA – /PRNewswire/ – Bob Dylan’s first new album in five years, Modern Times, will arrive in stores and online August…