A new recording titled Omara & Chucho (World Village France) brings together two of Cuba’s most important musical figures, singer Omara Portuondo and pianist Chucho…
Two of Cuba’s Greatest Musicians, Omara Portuondo and Chucho Valdés, Together Again
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.
UK Calypso Monarch Alexander D Great to perform in London
WOM@TT presents Alexander D Great,& The Great Band, Kiki B, Vee Vee, The Soca Divettes and G String on June 4th at The Tabernacle, Powis…
Beguiling Latin Jazz
Steve Khan Parting Shot (Tone Center TC40702, 2011) Jazz guitarist Steve Khan has always had great interest in Latin jazz and he finally decided to…
First Roots to Reggae Music Festival in Massachusetts
Bull McCabe’s Pub in Somerville (Massachusetts) will be hosting its first annual “Roots to Reggae” Outdoor Music Festival on June 11th, 2011 from 3:00 PM…
Owiny Sigoma Band to Go on Tour in 2011
Following the release of their debut album, Owiny Sigoma Band, announce UK and European live dates this summer. The 7-piece group, made up of British…
Anger Grows in Music Community Over Grammy Changes
On April 6th of 2011 the Recording Academy (NARAS) announced sweeping changes to the Grammy Awards. “In an effort to continuously evolve its GRAMMY Awards…
Cachao’s Live Essence
Cachao The Last Mambo (Eventus, 2011) The Last Mambo is a deluxe two CD set that contains essential recordings from Cachao’s last performance. The recording…
Persian Music Sensation Mamak Khadem Talks About Her Upcoming Performance at the Rainforest World Music Festival 2011
Mamak Khadem, one of the great voices of the Persian music tradition is scheduled to perform Sunday, July 10th at 19:00 at the Rainforest World…
The Symphonic Celtic Album
The City Of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra The Symphonic Celtic Album (SILKD6046, 2011) The Symphonic Celtic Album is a selection of symphonic pieces from wel known…
Brave Futuristic Fania
Hammock House ‘Africa Caribe’ (Fania Records 2011) Hammock House ‘Africa Caribe’ is a two CD collection that gives new life to classic Latin jazz and…