The appeal and influence of Afrobeat is abundantly clear in “No Pity (Radio Edit)” by a French band called Akata Kolo Orchestra, who put their…
Akata Kolo Orchestra Transcends Borders with Captivating Afrobeat in ‘No Pity (Radio Edit)’
Category: Music videos
Amanda Cook Unveils Captivating Single “New Star” from Upcoming Album
Bluegrass artist Amanda Cook has released a new single titled “New Star.” It is the first song unveiled from her upcoming album, Restless Soul. This…
‘Subamos’: A Sweet and Authentic Latin Jazz Triumph Down Under
A sweet, lengthy and authentic Latin jazz jam from down under, “Subamos” is a triumph for Australia’s Paso Arriba.
Mandolinist Mark Stoffel Rolls Out “Barnyard Funk”
Mandolinist Mark Stoffel has released a video of his new single “Barnyard Funk” (Mountain Home Music Company). The instrumental piece highlight’s Stoffel’s skill on the…
Emily Nicole Green Transcends Genres in ‘Thief,’ Mixing Americana and Jazz Balladry
New York City-based Emily Nicole Green straddles an artistic line between Americana and jazz balladry with “Thief,” a brilliantly aching stab at those who steal…
Alexandre Elias Presents a Familiar Yet Adventure-Seeking Bossa Nova
“Wave” is at once familiar and adventure-seeking bossa nova by Alexandre Elias, a Brazilian who knows how it should go.
Switzerland’s Celestial Ground Reveals ‘Zeitgeist’
Switzerland’s Celestial Ground has a fairly unusual but engrossing piece called “Zeitgeist,” built mainly around the sounds of a metal tongue drum.
American Artist, African Soul: Yemi Love Soars in ‘Only You (Abouboku)’
She’s an American, but Yemi Love comes across like a true African songbird on “Only You (Abouboku).” Infectious despite being a bit too short.
Lukas Nelson’s “The View” Video Highlights Maui’s Scenic Beauty
The official music video for Lukas Nelson’s song, “The View,” is now accessible. Directed and edited by Orion Owens, the video presents scenes from the…
JJ Appleby’s ‘Love You Baby’ Takes Us Back to the Golden Age of Reggae Crooners
A golden age of great reggae crooners is recalled via the playful “Love You Baby” by British vocalist JJ Appleby.