Tombak In The Spotlight On Between Hands
Kaveh Mahmudiyan — Between Hands (Global Sonics, 2025) Kaveh Mahmudiyan’s first solo album, Between Hands presents his own compositions with the tombak (Persian goblet-shaped drum).…
Music Impresario Ralph Mercado in Stable Condition
New York (NY), USA – Music impresario Ralph Mercado is in good and stable condition after undergoing surgery. In a statement, the Mercado Family thanked…
Traditional Tango Singer Vayo Talks About His New Release Tango Legends
On his third album, Vayo takes the increasingly popular Argentine tango to its authentic roots. Vayo ‘s dramatic interpretations of classic tangos in Spanish, their…
Tribal Beatz Of Africa
Tribal Beatz of Africa is a combination of traditional rhythms and percussion from around Africa. The energy and pulse of tribal beats combine with the…
Gypsy Folk Innovator Titi Robin Releases DVD and Live CD
Paris, France – The 21st of November saw the appearance of Titi Robin’s new DVD and live CD package, Jivula (Naïve). for many in France,…
Algerian Actress Biyouna Is Back with a New CD
Paris, France – The idea for Biyouna ‘s latest release, ‘Blonde dans la Casbah’ (Blond in the Kasbah), on Naïve, had been floating around for…
Edi Fitzroy’s New CD “Hold The Vibes” Now in Stores
San José (California), USA – Edi Fitzroy, long time conscious reggae veteran’s new album release Hold The Vibes, on rising Northern California record label King…
Concord Music Group Reactivates Stax Records; Famed Soul Label’s 50th Anniversary to Include Reissues, New Artists
Beverly Hills (California), USA – In honor of the 50th anniversary of the legendary label Stax – home to many of soul music’s most enduring…
The Mystery of Mayan Chant
Mexico – The Mystery of Mayan Chant is a compilation album resulting from previous projects by Xquenda, Tonana and Lazos. This new compilation allows the…
Wahancanka – Remember Me Grandfather, Rare Lakota Pipe and Ceremonial Songs
Phoenix (Arizona), USA – Wahancanka – Remember Me Grandfather: Lakota Pipe & Ceremonial Songs features the voice Joe Shields, Jr. Oflhunktowan Dakota/Sicangu Lakota heritage, Shields…
World Music Profiles: Dmitri Vietze; rock paper scissors
Dmitri Vietze runs rock paper scissors, a publicity company that specializes inworld music. In a short period of time, Vietze’s firm has become one of…