The 5th European Young Artists‘ Award Burghausen 2013 for Jazz Artists Announced
Coinciding with the 44th Burghausen International Jazz Festival that will be held from March 12 to 17, 2013, the town‘s jazz association, Interessengemeinschaft Jazz Burghausen…
Flamenco Star Diego el Cigala Begins Pan-American Tour Tomorrow
Spanish vocalist Diego el Cigala, one of the key figures in the current flamenco scene, will begin his tour across the Americas on Thursday, September…
Jazzy Take on World Music
Muntu Valdo The One & The Many (Warner Jazz, 2011) Fans looking for a jazzy take on world music should look no further than Muntu…
Chat with Percussionist Melena
Melena Francis Valdés is a prominent Latin percussionist and orchestra leader, who is deeply influenced by folkloric Afro-Cuban drumming. Melena recently relocated from Los Angeles…
The Rough Guide to Undiscovered World
The Rough Guide series ventures into the world of unusual collaborations, unreleased pieces and undiscovered world music acts. The Rough Guide to Undiscovered World (World…
Dazzling Female Instrumentalists in Latin Music
Women in Latin music have taken a recent big turnaround. Long ago, there were was La Lupe, a gracious fiery singer, and Graciela, whose graceful…
Hispanic Heritage Month, Focus on Mexico
From September 15 through October 15, the United States of America celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month. Americans celebrate the culture and traditions of those who trace…
José Mercé to Perform at Festival Flamenco Gitano in the United States
Flamenco star José Mercé will be performing in San Francisco, Los Angeles and New York as part of Festival Flamenco Gitano. Concerts dates include Friday,…
Amanké Dionti
Ablaye Cissoko & Volker Goetze Amanké Dionti (Motema Music, 2012) As soon as you read the last name Cissoko (sometimes spelled or Sissoko), you know…
Krar Collective to Bring Ethiopian Grooves to The Africa Express Tour
London-based Ethiopian music band Krar Collective will be joining the Africa Express Tour in September. The Africa Express train will be stopping at six premier…