In the southeast of Tajikistan, where the majestic Pamir Mountains reach heights only slightly lower than those of the Himalayas, local traditions of devotional song,…
Artist Profiles: Badakhshan Ensemble
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.
Artist Profiles: Baba Zula
Baba Zula was founded in 1996 by Levent Akman (percussion, rhythm machines, toys), Murat Ertel (saz and other strings, vocal) and Emre Onel (darbuka, sampler,…
The Beautiful Strings of Murcia
Juan José Robles – “Tiempo de espera” (self-release, 2016) Juan José Robles is a Spanish composer and multi-instrumentalist who specializes in Spanish string instruments. He…
Artist Profiles: Bachue
Although well established as a duo Bachue, has expanded to include the fantastic percussion talents of Edinburgh-based drummer Donald Hay. The unique combination of electroharp,…
Artist Profiles: Paul Anderson
Paul Anderson an acclaimed virtuoso in the time honored tradition of Scottish fiddle music. Paul Anderson has won most of the fiddle championships in Scotland.…
Strictly Roots, Even Better Now
Morgan Heritage – Strictly Roots Deluxe Edition (CTBC Music Group, 2016) It’s no wonder Strictly Roots Deluxe Edition won the Grammy for best reggae album.…
Inspired by Travels
Lawrence Blatt – “Longitudes and Latitudes” (LMB Music, 2016) Guitarist Lawrence Blatt presents a collection of easy listening instrumental pieces inspired by his travels. It’s…
Artist Profiles: Swifatui Abraar Group
Swifatui Abraar Group was formed in 2007. The group was started by three young men, Hassan Kumbi, Hassan Ahmada and Mashaka Kumbi, and more recently…
Artist Profiles: Siyaya
The Ndebele name ‘Siyaya’ means ‘We are on the move’. This high-energy group of musicians, percussionists, vocalists and dancers have offered up some remarkable performances…
Artist Profiles: Ousseynou Kouyate
Ousseynou Kouyate was a member of the National Ballet of Senegal for seven years before moving to Berkeley with his twin brother Assane and starting…