Hurja Halla – Riitti (Hurja Halla, 2022) The debut album “Riitti” presents the fascinating sounds of Finnish act Hurja Halla. The duo performs newly composed…
Distinctive Nordic Folk Inspired by Nature and Mythology
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.
Amadran, Baba Sissoko Returns to the Roots
Baba Sissoko – Amadran (homerecords.be, 2019) “Amadran” is Baba Sissoko‘s skillful celebration of his family and his griot musical heritage. This excellent and engaging album…
Fluido Cósmico, World Music Ensemble from Colombia
Fluido Cósmico – Cosmovisión (Fluido Cósmico, 2022) Fluido Cósmico is a captivating world music project based in Colombia. This is the band’s second album, with…
M. Chuzi Serves a Tasty Papara
M. Chuzi – Papara (Sdban Ultra / N.E.W.S NV, 2022) Papara is the debut album from Brussels-based collective M. Chuzi. The title refers to the…
Solju’s Groundbreaking Sámi Yoiks Celebrate Spring
Solju – Uvjamuohta / Powder Snow (Bafe’s Factory (2022) Solju, the duo formed by Ulla Pirttijärvi (Solju, Áššu) and her daughter Hildá Länsman (Solju, VILDÁ,…
Telek’s Reunion
Telek – Kambek (I Lilikun Mulai) (Wantok Musik, 2022) Telek, one of the leading artists from Papua New Guinea, presents Kambek (I Lilikun Mulai). The…
An Introduction to the king of Ziglibithy
Ernesto Djedje – Roi Du Ziglibithy (Analog Africa, 2022) Roi Du Ziglibithy (king of Ziglibithy) presents the innovative and captivating music of an Ivorian artist…
Astor Piazzolla Classics: La Camorra
First released in 1989, Astor Piazzolla’s album “La Camorra” was recorded in New York in May 1988, with the New Tango Quintet. Journalist Fernando González,…
Norwegian Folk Music Recreated in New Ways
Åsmund Reistad – 89% folkemusikk (Lydpressa, 2021) Composer and guitarist Åsmund Reistad has released his debut solo recording, “89% folkemusikk”. The elegantly crafted album includes…
Waves of Joy Presents the Fascinating World of the Bauls of Bengal
The audio and DVD set “Waves of Joy – Bauls of Bengal” is a fascinating introduction to the music and poetry of the bauls of…