Flook Debuts First-Ever Single, “The Farther Shore/Winter Flower”
Celtic music band Flook has unveiled their first single, “The Farther Shore/Winter Flower“. The track explores themes of sea journeys, beauty, and transitions, reflecting over…
JB Moundele: From Jazz Roots to African Rhythms
JB Moundele – Racines (New Groove, self-release, 2024) JB Moundele is a versatile saxophonist, composer, producer, and arranger whose career reflects his explorations of jazz…
José Almarcha’s ‘Un Nuevo Paseo’ Redefines Flamenco with a Modern Twist”
José Almarcha – Un Nuevo Paseo (self-released, 2024) Flamenco guitarist and composer José Almarcha has released his new album, Un Nuevo Paseo. This new set…
Inventive Brazilian Percussionist Fabio Bergamini
Fabio Bergamini holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in music from Unicamp (Campinas/SP) and furthered his studies in the United States (Berklee College of…
Alpha Blondy’s Revolution: An African Reggae Masterpiece
Alpha Blondy – Revolution (Pathé, 1987) Alpha Blondy, the Ivory Coast’s reggae ambassador, delivered a seismic musical statement with his 1987 album, Revolution. This irresistible…
Vigüela: Keepers and Innovators of Central Spanish Traditions
Vigüela (strumming) is a group dedicated to preserving and celebrating the folk music of central Spain. Since its formation in the mid-1980s, the group has…
Natu Camara and Sekou Bembeya Diamond Release Stirring New Single “Cinko Mina”
Renowned Guinean vocalist Natu Camara has unveiled her new single, “Cinko Mina,” that features a compelling mix of Malinke and English lyrics. This single precedes…
“Lion Awakes”: Amayo’s Spirited Solo Debut Bridges Afrobeat and Tradition
Amayo – Lion Awakes (2025) On January 17, 2025, Amayo, the former frontman of Antibalas and a trailblazer in Afrobeat, will release Lion Awakes, his…
Al Andaluz Project Takes the Number One Spot on Iberian Roots Music Chart for 4th Quarter 2024
The songs of Iman Kandoussi by Al Andaluz Project has secured the top spot on Limur, the Iberian Roots Music Chart for the 4th Quarter…
Music, Art, Nature – Symphony of Seasons Festival Wraps Up Bangalore Edition
(headline image: Echoes of Earth festival 2024, Greater One-Horned Stage) Bands from Australia, Austria, Canada, Egypt, France, India, Netherlands, UK, and US performed recently at…