Thomas Blondet Futureworld (Rhythm & Culture Music, 2014) Futureworld is one of the most exciting albums I’ve heard so far in 2014. It’s the latest…
Irresistible Global Electronic Dance Music
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.
Haitian Cross-pollination and Compas Explosion
Various Artists Haiti Direct – Big Band, Mini-Jazz & Twoubadou Sounds 1960-1978 (Strut Records STRUT093, 2014) This 2-CD compilation showcases the exciting Haitian music scene…
A Planetary Musical Peak globalFEST
Various Artists globalFEST Selector (Magenta, 2014) The producers of world music showcase globalFEST have released a revealing album titled globalFEST Selector. It’s a very affordable…
Budapest to Host WOMEX Expo in 2015
World music expo WOMEX announced today that Budapest, Hungary will be the host city in 2015. Host City: Budapest, Hungary. The 2015 edition is scheduled…
Effervescent Ibibio Sound Machine
Ibibio Sound Machine Ibibio Sound Machine (Soundway, 2014) London-based group Ibibio Sound Machine released its self-titled debut album Ibibio Sound Machine this month. Their multifaceted…
Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars Never Forget Their Roots
Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars Libation (Cumbancha, 2014) Sierra Leone’s Refugee All Stars have traveled far from its modest beginnings as a music band formed…
Villa-Lobos is the Fountain
Mario Adnet Um Olhar Sobre Villa-Lobos (Boranda, 2013) Brazilian musician and composer Mario Adnet celebrates the music and spirit of the great Brazilian composer Heitor…
Rancapino and Rancapino Hijo to Perform at Teatro Central in Seville
Flamenco vocalists Rancapino and Rancapino Hijo (Rancapino Jr.) will present two generations of flamenco at the Teatro Central in Seville on Tuesday, March 11th at…
The Refreshing Celtic Vibe of Éamonn Coyne and Kris Drever
Éamonn Coyne & Kris Drever Storymap (Reveal 014CDX/Compass Records, 2013) Two of the finest instrumentalists in the Scottish Celtic music scene join forces on Storymap.…
Interview with the great Saharawi singer Aziza Brahim
Aziza Brahim, one of the leading singers in the Saharawi music scene has released a new album titled Soutak under the German label Glitterbeat Records.…