Spain’s General Society of Authors and Editors (SGAE), announced today that Pedro Pubill Calaf, better known as Peret, died today at the age of…
Peret, Father of Catalan Rumba Dies at 79
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.
Chassol Explores the Music and Sounds of India
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Jorge Pardo’s Real Time Sound Perceptions
The Original Wailers will perform a Bob Marley Tribute Concert in Madrid
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Unrestricted Access to Mozambican Musical Talent
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Dr. John Celebrates Jazz Trumpet
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New Generation of Round Dances
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Cree Confederation Live at Sobaba
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The Superb Musicianship of Senegalese Band Dieuf-Dieul de Thiès
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