Sa Dingding Alive (Universal/Shanghai To-Wing Culture Development, 2008) Chinese singer Sa Dingding is beginning to get well deserved worldwide attention thanks to her recent BBC…
The Global Electronica Princess of East Asia
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.
World Music Profiles. Nubenegra’s Manuel Dominguez, World Music Pioneer and Survivor
World Music Central’s Angel Romero recently visited Madrid, where he interviewed Manuel Domínguez, one of the key figures in the development of world music…
Indian Innovators Shastriya Syndicate Unveil a Winner
Shastriya Syndicate Syndicated (Sense World Music, 2008) Shastriya Syndicate is Purbayan Chatterjee‘s project. On the outstanding CD Syndicated (Sense World Music) he has brought together…
Jamming with the Blues Legends
Carlos Santana Carlos Santana Plays Blues at Montreux 2004 (Eagle Rock Entertainment, 2008) Guitarist Carlos Santana is well known for his eclectic taste. He is…
Ray Charles’ Creative Excellence
Ray Charles played often at the renowned Montreux Jazz Festival. Ray Charles – Live At Montreux 1997 shows Charles at his best. The powerful blend…
Pow-Wow Favorites Dance Till Sunrise
Northern Cree Dancin’ Til Sunrise, Vol. 7 (Canyon Records (CR-6414), 2008) Award-winning Canadian group Northern Cree, is one of the most cherished names in Native…
Klezmer Renaissance
In recent years, Klezmer music has experienced a revival in Germany, Poland, Israel and some American cities. Three recordings show a reliable picture of the…
Choose the Party
Three recent compilations use the word party in the album’s title. These electrifying will get your guests grooving. The Rough Guide to African Street…
Opening Flamenco’s Doors
Raphael Brunn Flamenco Quintet Puertas Abiertas (independent, 2007) New York-based guitarist Raphael Brunn plays Flamenco Spanish-style. While many US-based guitarists who claim to play Flamenco…
Opening the Curtain
Csurgó Zenekar – Folk Music From Hungary (ARC Music, 2008) Folk Dance Ensemble Vila – Music of Serbia (ARC Music, 2008) Csurgó Zenekar has researched…