Karikatura Eyes Wide Out (Ropeadope Records, 2014) New York band Karikatura celebrates the city’s diversity on its debut album titled Eyes Wide. Afro-Latin music plays…
Karikatura’s Tribute to New York City
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.
Interview with Japanese Folk Music Group Ryuz, Performer at Rainforest World Music Festival
Ryuz was formed in 2011 under the name of “Hidden Dragon,” and made its debut at the International Sharq Taronalari Music Festival in Samarkand,…
Passion for Cumbia Exotica
Sonido Gallo Negro Sendero Mistico (Glitterbeat, 2014/Mexican release in 2013) Mexican band Sonido Gallo Negro (Black Rooster Sound) is deeply inspired by Peruvian chicha, the…
Acetre Releases New Music Video “La Casa de Mosés”
Spanish world music group Acetre, one of the best exponents of the border music from Spain and Portugal has just released a new video entitled…
Johnny Clegg Unplugged
Johnny Clegg Best, Live & Unplugged at the Baxter Theatre, Cape Town (Appleseed Recordings, 2014) The popular South African world music star Johnny Clegg presented…
Jorge Drexler Celebrates Latin American Dance and Music
Jorge Drexler Bailar En La Cueva (Warner Music Latina, 2014) Bailar En La Cueva (Dancing in the Cave) is the new album by Uruguay’s Jorge…
Afrolicious Announces California Dreaming Remix Album and Summer Tour
Afrobeat band Afrolicious has announced a new album titled California Dreaming Remixed, scheduled for releaase June 17th, 2014. California Dreaming Remixed includes remixes from legendary…
Suma Flamenca 2014 at Europe’s Oldest Theater
The Teatro Español, the oldest stage in Europe, will present original shows during Suma Flamenca 2014 (Flamenco summit), one of the greatest flamenco festivals in…
The Bombarde and Veuze Enter Uncharted Territory
Les Allumés du Chalumeau Les Allumés du Chalumeau (Aremorica Records, 2013) François Robin and Ronan Le Gouriérec play traditional Breton instruments in an unexpected fashion.…
Kora Master Mamadou Diabate Launches Kickstarter Campaign for New Album
Malian kora maestro Mamadou Diabate has recorded a new album and decided not to go with a record label this time around. The plan is…