– International stars including Asha Bhosle, Kronos Quartet, Salif Keita, Femi Kuti, Gotan Project, Mariza, Lila Downs and superstar veterans the Mahotella Queens graced the…
WOMADelaide Beats Attendance Record
Category: General News
1st Annual Writing Competition for Young Blues Artists
Greenville (Mississippi), USA – In an effort to introduce more young artists to the Blues, Mississippi Action for Community Education (MACE) organizers of the Mississippi…
BBC launches new Africa Beyond website
London, UK – On 6 March 2007, coinciding with Ghana’s 50th year of independence, the BBC launched the new website, Africa Beyond celebrating African arts…
Orquesta Yarey Shines in Southern Florida
Miami (Florida), USA – Legendary salsa band Orquesta Yarey with lead singer Chamy Solano caused great commotion during various presentations in the city of Miami,…
Donald Shaw continues as Celtic Connections Artistic Director for another year
Scotland – Celtic Connections is delighted to announce that Donald Shaw will stay on as Celtic Connections Artistic Director for another year. Musician, record producer,…
Starbucks Launches Hear Music Record Label
Los Angeles and Seattle, USA (BUSINESS WIRE) – Starbucks and Concord Music Group announced today the formation of a new record label, Hear Music, which…
Habana Blues Major Hit at Latin American Film Festival
Los Angeles (California), USA – Goldmark Industries, Inc. announced that its recent screening of award winner, Habana Blues, was a major success at the exclusive…
World Music at Birds Eye View Film Festival
London, England – Birds Eye View film festival presents six days of inspiration and celebration, showcasing the very best work from women filmmakers. The event…
Recording Industry Group Launches Settlement Campaign to Universities
In a bold move to quash illegal music file sharing, the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) stated on Thursday, March 1, 2007 it would…
Leading African Performer in Australia Chris Gudu Signs With Hardrush Music
Leading African World Music performer Chris Gudu has signed with rising Australian Independent recording label Hardrush Music. The moves marks a large step forward for…