The bodhrán, a traditional Irish frame drum, has been an integral part of Irish music for centuries, providing versatility in various musical styles ranging from…
The Bodhrán, Ireland’s Thrilling Groove Machine
Author: Angel Romero
Angel Romero y Ruiz has dedicated his life to musical exploration. His efforts included the creation of two online portals, worldmusiccentral.org and musicasdelmundo.com. In addition, Angel is the co-founder of the Transglobal World Music Chart, a panel of world music DJs and writers that celebrates global sounds. Furthermore, he delved into the record business, producing world music studio albums and compilations. His works have appeared on Alula Records, Ellipsis Arts, Indígena Records and Music of the World.
Genticorum Takes you to The Heart of Dawn
Genticorum – Coeur de l’Aube (Genticorum, 2023) Just when the darkness gives way to the dawn, the birdsong reaches a crescendo. It is the “dawn…
Rowan Leslie’s Journey Through Ireland’s Traditions in ‘The Kesh’
Rowan Leslie – The Kesh (2023) Rowan Leslie, an Irish fiddle virtuoso and composer from County Antrim unveils his latest EP, The Kesh. This musical…
“Gifts of Light” Explores the Beauty and Live Brilliance of Spell Songs
Spell Songs – Gifts of Light (Hudson Records, 2023) Gifts of Light by Spell Songs seamlessly combines music, literature, and art, inspired by Robert Macfarlane…
Enchanting Harmonies and Powerful Messages: The Henry Girls Set to Soar with “A Time To Grow”
The Henry Girls – A Time To Grow (2024) Superb Irish folk trio The Henry Girls is set to release their new album A Time…
Le Diable à Cinq Unleashes a Musical ‘Tempête’
Le Diable à Cinq – Tempête (self-release, 2023) Le Diable à Cinq, the renowned Québécois musical ensemble, charms with their multiflavored new album, Tempête. The…
Santrofi’s Dazzling Highlife Live Performance
Santrofi – Deep into Highlife (live) (Outhere Records OH 038, 2023) Santrofi’s Deep into Highlife (live) album, released under Outhere Records in 2023, captures the…
Aoife Ní Bhriain’s Dazzling Career in Traditional and Classical Violin
Born in Dublin within a family of musicians, Aoife Ní Bhriain is an exceptionally talented and multifaceted violinist. Aoife’s father Mick O’Brien is one of…
South Indian Konnakol: A Quick Overview
Konnakol is a skilled art form of performing percussion syllables vocally in South Indian Carnatic music. It is the spoken component of solkattu or tattakaram,…
Tião Carvalho: A Multifaceted Artist and disseminator of Brazilian Culture Through Music and Dance
Tião Carvalho, from Maranhão based in São Paulo is a singer, composer, musician, dancer, capoeirista, comedian, and educator. Notably, he has been working for over…