Afrocubism (World Circuit/Nonesuch, 2010) After many years, the project of bringing together some of the finest Cuban and Malian musicians has become a reality. AfroCubism…
The Essence of Afrocubism
Category: Album reviews
Fat Freddy’s Masters the Art of Dub
Fat Freddy’s Drop Fat Freddy’s Drop Live at Roundhouse London (The Drop, 2010) New Zealand sensation Fat Freddy’s Drop will be touring the United States…
Seu Jorge Loves the Sunshine
Seu Jorge And Almaz Seu Jorge And Almaz (Now-Again, 2010) Brazilian singer and actor Seu Jorge and his new band Almaz have released this self…
Zein Al-Jundi Carves her Niche
Zein Al-Jundi “Sharrafouni” (WMD Productions, 2010) Sharrafouni is the new recording by U.S.-based Syrian singer. This new effort aims to reach a wider audience. Although…
Intelligent Revolution
Tiken Jah Fakoly African Revolution (Wrasse Records, 2010) Leaving behind, his rifle bearing band of brothers who accompanied him on his last album, the African,…
Contemporary Folk Visions from the Low Countries
Groef Des avonds in klein maneschijn (Appel Rekords APR 1322, 2010) Groef is a phenomenal new band formed by musicians from the Low Countries (Netherlands…
Masterful Hands
Dave Holland & Pepe Habichuela Hands (Dare2 Records DR2-006, 2010) The album Hands falls in the category of memorable collaborations. In this occasion, renowned English…
Divas and Dance Delights
The Rough Guide to Salsa Dance (World Music Network RGNET1239CD, 2010) The Rough Guide to Salsa Divas (World Music Network RGNET1228CD, 2010) World Music Network’s…
Banned Stand
The Rough Guide to the Music of Afghanistan (World Music Network RGNET1237CD, 2010) Despite the five years in Afghanistan (1996 to 2001) when music was…
Mounqaliba
Natacha Atlas Mounqaliba, In a State of Reversal (Six Degrees 657036 1170 2 0, 2010) Natacha Atlas has given us memorable world music recordings, ranging…