Legendary Southern rock guitarist and singer-songwriter Gregg Allman passed away on May 27, 2017. Gregory LeNoir Allman was one of the founding members of the…
Southern Rock Icon Gregg Allman Dies at 69
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.
A Taste of Rudolstadt Festival
Various Artists – Rudolstadt Festival 2016 (Heideck, 2016) You can catch up with the latest in world music acts with this double CD compilation from…
The Smooth Global Sounds of the Shanti Orchestra
Ricky Kej – Shanti Orchestra (Raveolution Studios, 2013) Indian-American producer Ricky Kej released Shanti Orchestra in 2013. It’s a set of musical pieces that combines…
Artist Profiles: Culture Musical Club
Culture Musical Club is not only the largest but also one of the most prolific and successful orchestras of Zanzibar, and they present taarab music…
Artist Profiles: Bad Haggis
Virtuoso bagpipe player Eric Rigler and his Celtic-infused, world music fusion band Bad Haggis combine the traditional sounds of Scottish and Irish bagpipes and…
Artist Profiles: Crooked Still
Crooked Still is an alternative bluegrass band that combined banjo, cello and double bass. In the spring of 2001, vocalist Aoife O’Donovan and bassist Corey…
Artist Profiles: Crasdant
Crasdant is a group formed by some of Wales’ top performers. Led by harp player Robin Huw Bowen, Crasdant explores Welsh music and folk dancing.…
Artist Profiles: Courtney Granger
Courtney Granger is a virtuoso fiddler, guitarist and outstanding singer. He was born in Eunice, Louisiana. Granger is Christine Balfa’s cousin and was the youngest…
World Music Sunset Concerts 2017 at The Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles
The Skirball Cultural Center has announced the 21st season of its yearly free summer performances, Sunset Concerts. Coinciding with the Skirball’s latest exposition, Paul Simon:…
Songhoy Blues to Release ‘Résistance’ in June 2017
Malian band Songhoy Blues is set to release its to release its second album ‘Résistance’ (Transgressive Records) in June. The recording features guest appearances from…