Two recent albums demonstrate how rock music and American roots genres are combined effectively, generating timeless songs. Celebrated band Los Lobos from East Los…
Roots Rock from Los Lobos and Giant Panda Guerilla Dub Squad
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.
Lindisfarne Guitarist Simon Cowe Dies in Canada
Lindisfarne announced the passing of Simon Cowe in their official web page: “It is with great sadness that we have to tell you that our…
Transfixing Sufi Music
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Impeccable Hybridization of Clarinet and Indian Music
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Magnificent Performers of Ancient Georgian Music
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A Freer String Sound
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Choice Music Selections to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month 2015
The United States is celebrating the month-long Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15 – October. 15, 2015. Hispanic Heritage Month honors the culture and traditions…
Bassekou Kouyaté & Ngoni Ba Release “Musow Fanga” Video
Malian world music sensation Bassekou Kouyaté has released a new music video titled “Musow Fanga”. The track appears in Bassekou Kouyaté & Ngoni Ba’s…
Rebirth of Boogaloo
Spanglish Fly New York Boogaloo (Chaco World Music, 2015) Spanglish Fly bring back the spirit it of bugalú (boogaloo), the musical genre created in the…
Having Fun with Jewish Roots Music
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