Brazil – Guitarist Horondino Jose da Silva, (a.k.a. “Dino Sete Cordas”) died of pneumonia May 27th in Rio de Janeiro. He was 88. Dino was…
Dino Sete Cordas Dies at 88
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Tribal Electronica Duo Mezklah Touring US south in June
Los Angeles (California), USA – Summer’s going to be a lot hotter this year in the American Southwest, as Los Angeles-based critical and fan favorites…
Havana Centro Film Streaming at Slang TV
The documentary Havana Centro is now streaming on the video web site Slang TV>. Havana Centro was shot in Cuba in early summer of 2004.…
Levi’s Sunday Jam in Bangalore
Bangalore, India- Levi’s Sunday jam is a live interactive event regularly held on the first Sunday of every month in Bangalore by Guruskool to create…
Former Brulé Drummer “Eagle” to Join Arvel Bird’s Band
For the last few months, there has been much speculation on changes in Arvel Bird’s band. Decisions and commitments have now been made and the…
Native Women’s pow wow group Feather River Singers nominated for a Native American Music Award
Live Oak (California), USA – Feather River Singers, a Native Women’s pow wow group from Northern California has been nominated for a Native American Music…
Nelly Furtado Adds Reggaetón to Her New Album
Nelly Furtado’s new album, Loose , combines numerous elements of her background – her Portuguese roots and appreciation for Latin music, her pop stardom, and…
The 9th Annual Chicago Folk & Roots Festival
The 9th Annual Chicago Folk & Roots Festival will be held Saturday, July 8th, & Sunday, July 9th, from noon – 9:30pm in Welles Park…
Jamaican Legend Desmond Dekker Dies at 64
Jamaica – Desmond Dekker, the singer who became popular worldwide with the hit songs “The Israelites” and “Intensified” died May 25 in the morning. He…
Crisis in Kidal, Mali, Affecting Tuareg Musicians
Mali – Andy Morgan, manager of Tuareg band Tinariwen has reported on the development of a crisis in the African nation of Mali. According to…