Irish Music Legend and The Bothy Band Founder Micheal Ó Domhnaill Dies at 54
Dublin, Ireland – Irish network RTE announced the death of Micheal Ó Domhnaill, a key figure in Irish folk music. Ó Domhnaill died at his…
Asian Short Films Showcase at WOMAD Singapore
For the first time this year, WOMAD Singapore will proudly present a showcase of Asian short films. The showcase will provide a platform at the…
The Heights of Mapfumo
Thomas Mapfumo Rise Up (Real World Records, 2006) This album was originally available in 2005 only as a digital download. My best efforts notwithstanding (having…
An interview with composer, arranger, producer and bass guitar player Franc O’Shea
“What will really endure for centuries is the timeless beauty that is being channeled through the artist and not how many dollars were poured into…
Ukrainian Journey of Peace and Tranquility
Roksana Barwy Absolutely Live (Wydawnictwo 21, 2006) Ukrainian singer and keyboardist, Roksana Vikaluk’s live CD Barwy is a journey of peace and tranquility. Rooted in…
Middle Eastern Reflections
These are some recent releases from the Persian, Turkish and Arabic cultures in the Middle East. Turkish Groove (PUTU248-2 CD) is a great introduction to…
The World of WOMAD Returns to Singapore for Its Ninth Year
Singapore – The music of the world in the garden city at the crossroads of the world, WOMAD (World of Music, Arts & Dance), one…
Inner Thoughts
Rodrigo Rodriguez Inner Thoughts (2006) The latest production by Spanish composer, Rodrigo Rodriguez consists of a mix of the East and West, creating a single…
Daoud & Saleh Al-Kuwaity, Their Star Shall Never Fade
Daoud & Saleh Al-Kuwaity – Their Star Shall Never Fade (Magda MGD054, 2006) This double CD is a collection of rare recordings by masters of…
The Tff Rudostadt Festival Focuses on France
Paris, France – This year the German Rudostadt Festival, held between the 7th and the 8th July, has chosen France as its country theme for…