On Thursday the 24th, Friday the 25th & Saturday the 26th of February 2005, the Cultural Organizations En Chordais – Musical Traditions of the Mediterranean…
International Voice Meeting, The Mediterranean Voice
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.
Europe Pays Tribute to Compay Segundo
(Prensa Latina) Havana, Cuba – A tribute to Compay Segundo will take place in March and April 2005 in Switzerland, by Cuban traditional music bands,…
Youssou N’Dour Wins Grammy Award
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Tango sensation Sandra Luna On Tour
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Jaques Morelenbaum Produces New Mariza CD
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Ghana musicians worry about new legislation
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Award-Winning Master of Azerbaijani Accordion Featured by Kronos Quartet
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Cantos de mujer, New Album by Sara Gonzalez
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Afro-Cuban Legend Lazaro Ros Dies at 80
Cuba – Cuban news sources reported the death of Lázaro Ros, one of the best known artists in the African tradition of Cuba. Ros died…
African Reggae Star Alpha Blondy Confronts Political Realities On Elohim
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