Mtukudzi’s Contemplative Journey
Oliver Mtukudzi Tsimba Itsoka (Heads Up International, 2007) Zimbabwe’s Afro Pop icon Oliver Mtukudzi‘s latest CD entitled Tsimba Itsoka, released before his October 2007 North…
Fiery Round Dances
Northern Cree and Friends Calling All Dancers, Vol. 6 (Canyon Records, 2007) The Northern Cree group, from Alberta (Canada) has become one of the stars…
Chuchito Valdés, Jessica Fichot, Mariachi Divas to Headline the Global Lineup at the 9th Annual Eagle Rock Music Festival
– Innovative, multiethnic music acts will highlight the global music lineup at the Eagle Rock Music Festival, Saturday, October 6, from 5 p.m. to midnight,…
Afro-Spanish Sensation Buika to Perform in 3 Special U.S. Concerts
One of the leading figures in Madrid’s thriving mestizo music scene will be touring the United States in October. Buika‘s New York City concert at…
An Era of Minstrels and Scoundrels Seeking Love
Espliego Cortes de Amor (Factoría Autor, 2007) Medieval Europe was a time of wandering musicians who entertained nobles and plebs alike. Spanish band Espliego has…
A New Generation of Chinese Taoist Music
London, UK – The Taoist Music Orchestra of the Shanghai City God Temple has recorded a Cd titled Chinese Taoist Music (ARC Music, 2007). the…
Los Cenzontles Bring Out the Best of California’ Melting Pot
Los Cenzontles Los Senn-sont-less (Los Cenzontles Mexican Arts Center, 2007) The latest CD by Los Cenzontles takes the group in several directions, showing the myriad…
An Indian jazz musician
Colin D’Cruz-jazz bassplayer from India What inspired you to become a jazz artiste? When did you decide that this will be your career? Like most…
Les Nubians at the The ArtsCenter in Carrboro with Mosadi Music
Carrboro (North Carolina), USA – Les Nubians headline the 6th annual World Arts Festival at The ArtsCenter in Carrboro (North Carolina). Afropop meets hip-hop meets…
Elemental Plant and Krauss
Robert Plant and Alison Krauss Raising Sand (Rounder Records, 2007) If someone were to mention Robert Plant of Led Zeppelin and Strange Sensation fame I…