EFWMF initiates a European Talent Exchange Program
The European Forum of Worldwide Music Festival (EFWMF) has decided to investigate into the possibilities of launching a talent exchange program based on the models…
Liu Fang’s Chinese Pipa Eclectica
Chinese pipa virtuoso has two new recordings. On Silk Sound (Le Son de Soie), released by French label Accord Croisés, she plays evocative pipa and…
World Music Fair WOMEX at FIBES, Sevilla, the Biggest yet
Sevilla, Spain – The final full day of WOMEX saw a sold-out trade fair, bustling conferences, another night of dazzling showcases open to delegates and…
South African Kwaito Star Lebo Mathosa Dies in Car Accident
South Africa – Popular South African singer Lebo Mathosa died in a car crash on October 23rd, after her driver lost control of her car…
Brazilian Music Recommendations for the Holidays
Singer and keyboardist Eliane Elias’ entrancing style combines Brazilian rhythms with world music, funk, electronica and pop elements. On Around the City, Elias presents some…
Reggaeton, Salsa Tribute and Juan Luis Guerra Highlights of 7th Annual Latin GRAMMY Awards Telecast
Santa Mónica (California), USA – The Latin Recording Academy announced that Shakira, Juan Luis Guerra, RBD, and Alejandro Sanz will perform on the 7th Annual…
WOMEX to Remain in Sevilla Until 2008
Sevilla, Spain – In a press conference held at the Sevilla convention center (FIBES), WOMEX organizers confirmed that Sevilla will host the world music conference…
Rogério Duprat, Brazilian MPB Pioneer Dies at 74
Rogério Duprat, a well known figure in Música Popular Brasileira (MPB), died October 27 at a hospital in Sao Paulo. Born in Rio De Janeiro…
Orquesta Yarey Releases Hot Salsa Record
Orlando (Florida), USA – Salsa band Orquesta Yarey will release its new album titled La Perfecta Combinación in early November, under the independent label Great…
Afro-Cuban Piano Master Omar Sosa Releases First Live CD
Omar Sosa has released Live à FIP, his first live, ensemble CD, featuring a Quintet comprised of bass, drums, percussion and saxophone. Recorded at Radio…