The Son of Man, Mon
Mark Mohr and Christafari- Gravity (Lion of Zion LZD-6527, 2003) ‘Imisi- Visions of the Father (Lion of Zion LZD-6528, 2003) Reggae is so often affiliated…
World Music Grammy Nominees Announced
The World Music Grammy nominees for have been announced. The award ceremony is 8 February. For more information, see the Grammy Web site. Best Traditional…
Cuban Musician Rubén González Dies at 84
Havana, Cuba – The Cuban Music Institute in Havana confirmed today that pianist Rubén González died in the Cuban capital. Details were not provided about…
Polo Montañés in Wax
(Prensa Latina – Cumbancha) Havana, Cuba – By: Laura Mendoza (World Data Service) Havana.- The late singer Polo Montañés, revered in Cuba for his modesty,…
Oum Kolthoum – The Anniversary Tribute
Tel Aviv, Israel – World music label Magda has released a recording titled Oum Kolthoum – The Anniversary Tribute by Lubna Salame, soloist of the…
2003 Kora All African Music Awards, Winners Announced
Sandton, South Africa – The list of winners of the KORA All African Music Awards was announced last night, Saturday, December 6th at the…
Nigeria-Arts.net
Nigeria-Arts.net, a project of Rakumi Arts International, works with Nigerian artists to provide the tools, training, and the vehicle to begin to harness the power…
Strictly Mundial, World Music Showcases in Turkey
Istanbul, Turkey – Strictly Mundial, the international world music showcase event has announced additional information of interest to participants and the world music community in…
Peru Negro\’s Tour Dates
Boston, USA – The legendary Afro-Peruvian band, Peru Negro, will be touring the USA in January and March of 2004. Perú Negro offers sensual dances,…
Plena Libre Tour Dates
Boston, USA – The 14-piece Latin Grammy nominees Afro-Puerto Rican plena/roots fusion band, Plena Libra, will be touring the US in March. March 14, 2004…