Superfónicos, the Austin-based ensemble known for their mix of Colombian funk, cumbia, and Afrobeat, has released their latest single, “La Semilla” (The Seed). This track…
Superfónicos Release New Single “La Semilla”
Category: Music videos
Colorful Bachata Via Portugal and Romania
You’d be hard-pressed to find a more descriptive song title than “Journey to Bachata Portuguese-Romanian.” But the piece (An American, U.K. and yes, Romanian coproduction)…
Andy Leftwich Unveils Swinging Instrumental “R-26”
Acclaimed bluegrass fiddler Andy Leftwich has released a new instrumental piece titled “R-26,” demonstrating his versatility across genres. “R-26” pays homage to the original composers…
Amanda Cook Presents Banjo-Fueled “Last Road Going Home” Single
Amanda Cook has released a banjo-lead single titled “Last Road Going Home” (Mountain Fever Records). “I’ve always believed that a great cover version of a…
Harpist Tasha Smith Godinez Introduces ‘Passion Flower’ Featuring Viola and Percussion
“Passion Flower” is the first single from San Diego harpist Tasha Smith Godinez’s upcoming album, A New Day. This piece features Godinez on a 47-string…
The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys Reveal first single of 2024
East Tennessee bluegrass group The Po’ Ramblin’ Boys have released their first single of 2024, “Lonely Pine,” through Smithsonian Folkways. This song, which premiered at…
Stimulating Golden Age Ethiopian Sounds by Esy Tadesse
Born in Addis Ababa and currently a resident of Los Angeles, guitarist/vocalist Esy Tadesse nails the golden age Ethiopian sound on “Buna,” a track brimming…
Zoolook’s Soulful Reggae Amalgamation
Hybrid reggae doesn’t always work, but an American who goes by the name of Zoolook gets it absolutely right with “Rockers,” a blend of Jamaican,…
Scintillating Reggae by Kingly T
A new track by American reggae singer Kingly T urges humanity to “Change Direction.” That’s good advice on a number of levels, and the hard-hitting…
Enduring Bossa Nova by Ingrid León and Bob James
Hailing from Mexico and the United States respectively, veteran musicians Ingrid León and Bob James give the classic bossa nova style their own stamp with…