Various Artists What’s Happening in Pernambuco (Luaka Bop, 2007) Luaka Bop continues its series of groundbreaking world music compilations with a collection of some of…
Something Good is Happening in Pernambuco
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.
Eclectic Guitars
This review covers a number of guitar CDs that span several genres and nationalities. We begin with creative electric guitarist Michel Sajrawy. He plays Middle…
Unhurried Rhythms and Images of the Peoples of the Desert
Various Artists – Spirit – Peoples of the Desert (Palm World Voices PALMDV3133, 2006) A soothing antidote to any lingering remains of the all pervasive…
Zimbabwean Guitar Master Travels the World
Louis Mhlanga World Traveller (Sheer Sound SSCD 117, 2005) Guitarist Louis Mhlanga is one of the most pleasant surprises of 2006. The Zimbabwean has recorded…
World Music at the Swedish Eurovision Song Contest
With the song "I mina drömmar – Mani armani taha", World Music will be represented in the Swedish Eurovision Song Contest. The songwriter Ulrika Bodén’s…
Jazz from Goa: interview with Colin D’Cruz-one of India’s most accomplished jazz musicians
Interview by Hello Panjim, courtesy of Jazz Goa HP- Tell us something about yourself. CD- I’m a Mumbai goan looking forward to being a Goa…
Obligato, Goa’s Sensational Latino Band
Obligato-Goa’s sensational Latino band has launched two music videos in Goa. A slamming salsa piece called ‘La Paranda’ and a kicking konkani kantaar called ‘Goa…
World Music Central Maintenance
World Music Central is performing maintenance and system upgrades to improve the entire site. Users might experience technical difficulties or some degradation during the next…
Guitar Masters Pay Tribute to the Music of Santana
Various Artists Viva Carlos – A Supernatural Marathon Celebration (Tone Center TC 40522, 2006) The CD Viva Carlos (Tone Center SH – 11862) is a…
Evocative American Guitar
Various Artists Woodsongs (Newland Music, 2006) Woodsongs is a collection of evocative instrumental acoustic guitar pieces by reputable American guitarists as well as newcomers. The…