A Reggae Icon Records in Buenos Aires
Rico Rodriguez Togetherness (Delanuca Records 45132-2, 2006) Jamaican trombonist Rico Rodriguez is a legendary figure in recent Jamaican music. Togetherness is his latest released, released…
Power of the West African Drum
Michael Markus Magbana (Magbana, 2003) Magbana is a New York-based drum and dance group composed of fourteen percussionists and dancers. Most of the instruments used…
Legendary Colombian Folk Song Composer Dies at 92
Colombia – Maestro José Benito Barros Palomino died in the city of Santa Marta on May 12. he was regarded by most Colombian music critics…
Falu’s Self-Titled ‘Indie Hindi’ Debut Out August 7th
New York (NY), USA – Falu, a classically trained Indian vocalist whose passion lies in combining her culture with contemporary American pop/rock music, is set…
The Canadian Folk Music Awards Committee Announces the 2007 Ceremony Date and Call for Submissions
Canada – The Canadian Folk Music Awards committee announced today that the 2007 CFMA ceremony will take place Saturday, December 1st at the Canadian Museum…
Dengue Fever recording Third Album and Summer Tour
Los Angeles (California), USA – (May 17, 2007) – Cambodian pop band Dengue Fever are currently in the studio recording their third as-yet-untitled, full-length release…
Frititi and Kanda Bongo Man at African Cultural Day in England
Newcastle upon Tyne, England – On Saturday 30th June the North East of England African Community Association (NEEACA) celebrates the annual "African Cultural Day", which…
Flowing Pipa
Cheng Yu Chinese Masterpieces of the Pipa & Qin (ARC Music, 2007) Virtuoso musician Cheng Yu specializes in the pipa and qin. In recent years…
Reggae Star Lucky Dube at SOB’s New York
New York (NY), USA – Lucky Dube returns to New York in May 2007 to perform live at SOB’s (this is a venue change as…
The Ambient Beauty of Lisa Gerrard
Lisa Gerrard Silver Tree (High Wire Music, 2006) Lisa Gerrard was the breathtaking female voice behind Dead Can Dance. She is back after a few…