Irish Coffee with a Touch of Perú
Cady Finlayson Irish Coffee (Cady Finlayson, 2007) American fiddler Cady Finlayson has released a new CD which pays tribute to Irish traditional music. Part of…
The Original Tito Puente Orchestra in New York
On July 2nd, S.O.B.’s, presents The Original Tito Puente Orchestra, with Tito’s son, Ronny Puente as a special guest. Tito Puente, known as “El Rey…
KCRW’s World Music Festival at the Hollywood Bowl 2007
The Los Angeles Philharmonic Association partners with KCRW for the 9th consecutive year to present KCRW’s World Music Festival at the Hollywood Bowl. After a…
U.S. Theatrical Release of Gypsy Caravan Musical Documentary
Gypsy Caravan, a.k.a.: When the Road Bends…tales of a Gypsy Caravan, opens June 15 in New York City. Released by Shadow Distribution, Gypsy Caravan is an…
Ozomatli’s Asdru Sierra Talks About Don’t Mess With The Dragon
To learn more about their new CD, Don’t Mess With The Dragon, World Music Central interviewed Asdru Sierra, Ozomatli‘s lead vocalist and trumpet player. …
Algerian Artist Idir Releases France of the Colors
Paris, France – A new album titled ‘La France des Couleurs’ (France of the Colors) will be released this month by Algerian artist Idir. A…
Scottish Pipes that Rock
The Finlay MacDonald Band Re-Echo (Greentrax Recordings CDTRAX299, 2007) The new breed of Scottish groups is known for combining traditional Scottish folk with international and…
Gokh-Bi System Performing in North America as Part of The Ancient Meets Urban Tour
Senegal – Like reggae music and its offspring, reggaetòn, which emerged from the trench towns of Jamaica and the barrios of Puerto Rico respectively, African…
David Byrne Collaborates in Multiple Remixes of Edgy Forró
Forro in the Dark Asa Branca (Nublu, 2007) The unmistakable voice of David Byrne opens this 4-track EP, giving it a considerable pop sound. It…
Manu Chao Tours North America in 2007
Paris, France – Following his much acclaimed appearances at Lollapalooza and Celebrate Brooklyn festivals last year, world music superstar Manu Chao brings his Latin flavor…