World Goes Pop
Various Artists World Hits (Putumayo, 2007) For its latest compilation, World Hits, Putumayo has assembled a great collection of songs that became hits either worldwide…
Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni Ba Enthrall Audiences and Critics Across Europe
Earlier this year Bassekou Kouyate & Ngoni Ba from Mali released their debut album Segu Blue to exceptional critical acclaim. This summer they toured Europe…
Earthdance Festival 2007 Gives Peace A Dance
San Francisco (California), USA – The 11th annual Earthdance Festival will take place at the renowned Black Oak Ranch, a property rich in native history…
International Songwriting Competition (ISC) Deadline Approaching — Final 2007 Judging Panel Is Announced
The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) is now accepting entries for 2007. One of the largest songwriting competitions in the world, ISC gives away over $150,000…
Nuevo Flamenco Maestros
Son de la Frontera Cal (Nuevos Medios/World Village, 2007) Cal is the new album by Flamenco innovators Son de la Frontera. The group from Morón…
Comprador e Imagem, Part II: Goiânia Rocks While Maintaining Tradition
The second stage of the Comprador e Imagem project took the international group inland to the city of Goiânia, in the state of Goiás. Goiânia…
Last Mama Zapping
Zap Mama Supermoon (Heads Up International HUCD 3132, 2007) Once a vocal quintet and now retained in name and spirit by founding member Marie Daulne,…
Ukulele Wizard Jake Shimabukuro Releases Two CDs
Hitchhike Records announced the upcoming release of two new CDs by ukulele wizard and multi-genre star Jake Shimabukuro. The first is Hula Girls, his soundtrack…
Captivating Tuvans
Alash Alash (independent, 2007) The Tuvan throat singing tradition continues strong thanks to young musicians who are studying and preserving this fascinating vocal style. Alash …
Uttal for the Club Scene
Jai Uttal Dial M for Mantra (True Sounds, 2007) World music veteran Jai Uttal was one of the American pioneers in fusing Indian music with…