A Musical Kaleidoscope from Hungary
Kiss Erzsi Music Deladela (Bahia Music) Kiss Erzsi Music makes fresh sounds in an irresistable kaleidoscope of musical styles, topped sparkling vocals. Led by actor/singer…
Kin Za Za\’s
Montreal, Canada — The River by ambient-world, pop duo Kin Za Za was selected as one of 50 music videos for the 2nd Annual Indie…
85-year-old Bebo Valdés Prepares Four New Albums
(Prensa Latina – Cumbancha) – Córdoba, Spain – Pianist Bebo Valdés, 85, one of the legends of Cuban music rescued by recording companies, is preparing…
Navajo-Dine punk
Blackfire One Nation Under (Tacoho Records/Canyon Records, 2002) What is the true definition of world music? For instance, the Navajo Dine trio Blackfire, born in…
The Largest WOMEX Ever
Sevilla, Spain – WOMEX 2003 opens its doors in Sevilla October 22 through 26 October. With over 2000 registrations and more than 300 exhibitors at…
The Putumayo World Music 10th Anniversary Collection
New York, USA – In celebration of 10 years as a pioneer in world music, Putumayo is releasing a numbered, limited-edition 2 CD set on…
Merlefest Announces 2004 Chris Austin Songwriting Contest
Wilkesboro, NC, USA – MerleFest 2004 organizers have announced that composer and recording artist Jim Lauderdale will again serve as Honorary Chairperson of the Chris…
Folk Alliance Late-Night World Music Showcases
Silver Spring, MD , USDA – The Folk Alliance has announced three late-night showcases at the 16th Annual International Folk Alliance Conference in San Diego.…
Everything Ready for Cuban Culture Week in Argentina
(Prensa Latina – Cumbancha) Buenos Aires, Argentina – An exquisite and varied program including performances by the famous pianist Chucho Valdés at the legendary Colón…
Tambours de Brazza on Tour in Taiwan
Levallois Perret, France TAMBOURS DE BRAZZA / Taiwan 15 – 16 December: Taipei – National Theater Hall 19 December: Kaohsiung – Chih Teh Hall