Femi Kuti No Place for My Dream (Knitting Factory Records, 2013) Nigerian multi-instrumentalist and singer Femi Kuti, one of the sons of legendary Afrobeat pioneer…
Thought-provoking Afrobeat
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.
Bluesman and Soul Singer Bobby “Blue” Bland Dies at 83
Blues fans today are mourning the loss of bluesman and soul singer Bobby “Blue” Bland. The Tennessee-born singer, songwriter, arranger and bandleader, known to many…
Flavorful Kachupada
Carmen Souza Kachupada (Harmonia Mundi / Galileo-MC, released in Europe in 2012, rest of the world in 2013) Portuguese singer-songwriter, composer and multi-instrumentalist Carmen Souza…
Cuban Band Los Van Van Wins WOMEX 2013 Artist Award
International world music expo WOMEX announced today that Cuban band Los Van Van is the winner of the 2013 Artist Award. Los Van Van was…
Splendid Oana Cătălina Chiţu
Oana Cătălina Chiţu Divine –Romanian Songs from the repertoire of Maria Tănase (1913-1963) (Asphalt Tango Records, 2013) Berlin-based Romanian singer Oana Cătălina Chiţu uses her…
Sofia Rei and Mahsa & Marjan Vahdat Win the World Music Categories at the 12th Independent Music Awards
The 12th Independent Music Awards (The IMAs) announced the winners of this year’s international awards for independent bands and artists. Argentine artist Sofia Rei won…
Quebecer Band Le Vent Du Nord Announces UK Tour
Le Vent Du Nord, one of the leading bands in the Quebec folk music scene, will be touring the UK this summer, July 23rd to…
A New Incarnation of the Mbira
Chris Berry King of Me (Kanaga System Krush, 2013) King of Me highlights the fabulous sound of the electric mbira. American musician Chris Berry fell…
An Explosive Mix of Pipes, Drums and Electronic Beats
Budiño Sotaque (Fol Música, 2013) Sotaque is the latest album by Spanish bagpipe maestro and composer Budiño. Although his music is rooted in the traditions…
Quarter to Six
The Idan Raichel Project Quarter to Six (Cumbancha, 2013) Although it’s clear that Israeli musician Idan Raichel has a great interest in the musical traditions…