On August 31st, Burning Spear returns to New York for his first show in 2 years, celebrating the release of his new album Jah Is…
Burning Spear at the Fillmore New York in August 2008
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.
Delectable Sarangi
The Sabri Family 5 Ragas (ARC Music, 2008) The sarangi is a beautiful Indian musical instrument. It is bowed and produces a spacey evocative sound…
Roots Highway
Drew Emmitt Long Road (Compass Records, 2008) On Long Road, Drew Emmitt (Leftover Salmon lead singer and mandolin player) shows that is not only one…
Hungarian Folk Music Veterans Muzsikás Win 10th Annual WOMEX Award for World Music
Berlin, Germany – WOMEX announced this week the winner of 10th Annual WOMEX Award for World Music. The award goes to Hungarian band Muzsikás. This…
Sumatran Delicacies
Suarasama Fatas Di Atas Awan (Drag City, 2008) At last, Indonesian band Suarasama has been given the opportunity to reach international audiences. American label Drag…
I Love Tibet Loop Collection
I Love Tibet (Discovery Sound, 2008) is a classy collection of Tibetan samples with a specially included movie. The faithful performances of sacred instruments &…
WOMEX joins forces with Moshito Music Conference and Exhibition in South Africa
Johannesburg, South Africa – Preparations for the fifth annual Moshito Music Conference and Exhibition are in full swing ahead of the September event. Organizers report…
Queen of Soca Music Alison Hinds at S.O.B.’s August 26
S.O.B.’s in New York will present the Queen of Soca Music, Alison Hinds, on Tuesday August 26th. The "Roll it Gal" gave a memorable performance…
Bollywood Snoop Dogg
The popular rap artist Snoop Dogg – his real name is Calvin Broadus – has stirred the cultural pot in India by partnering with Bollywood…
Moroccan King grants Marcel Khalife the Medal of Intellectual Achievement!
Renowned Lebanese composer, oud virtuoso and singer Marcel Khalife was granted the Medal of Intellectual Achievement by Morocco’s King Mohammed on Wednesday (July 30) in…