Vishtèn Mosaïk (2012) Canadian trio Vishtèn presents a wonderful mix of traditional music from francophone Canada and the Celtic sounds of Irish and Scottish origin.…
The Inspiringly Detailed Musical Ideas of Modern Acadians
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.
The Relentless Energy of Brass Band Music
Boban & Marko Markovic Orchestra – Gipsy Manifesto (Piranha Musik, 2013) Raya Brass Band – This Train is Now (2013) Brasslands (Evergreene Music, 2013) The…
Puerto Rican Saxophone Virtuoso Miguel Zenón Explores His Heritage with New Multimedia Production in New York
Puerto Rican alto saxophonist, composer, and arranger Miguel Zenón will explore the complexities and contradictions of the Puerto Rican experience on Saturday, December 7 at…
Uniquely Flavored TriBeCaStan Stew
TriBeCaStan New Songs from the Old Country (Evergreene Music, 2013) The New York world music collective TriBeCaStan returns with another serving of cross-cultural sounds, blending…
Recordings Rooted in Folk Music Traditions for Hispanic Heritage Month 2013
Every year, from September 15 through October 15, the United States of America celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. Many Americans celebrate the culture and traditions of…
Engaging Bluegrass Songs with a Rock Sensibility
Missy Raines and The New Hip New Frontier (Compass Records, 2013) Bassist, vocalist and composer Missy Raines is one of the celebrated talents of the…
Timeless Musical Beauty Rooted In Irish Traditions
Clannad Nádúr (ARC Music label EUCD 2471, 2013) Clannad, the masters of ethereal Celtic folk music have released Nádúr, their eagerly awaited studio album this…
Outstanding Debut Album by Malian Musician Mamadou Kelly
Mamadou Kelly Adibar (Clermont Music CLE 007CD, 2013) Malian guitar maestro and vocalist Mamadou Kelly has been around for years and is well known in…
The Essence of Beninese Afro Funk
Orchestre Poly-Rythmo De Cotonou Volume Three – The Skeletal Essences of Afro Funk 1969-1980 (Analog Africa AACD 073CD, 2013) The superb Orchestre Poly-Rythmo De Cotonou…
Superior Accordion Work from Giuliano Gabriele
Giuliano Gabriele Melodeonia (self release, 2013) Melodeonia is the debut album by Italian musician Giuliano Gabriele. Although he is best known as an organetto (accordion)…