Lee Scratch Perry and Bob Riddim’s Comforting “Infinity Dub”
The song “Infinity Dub” from the visionary album Destiny by musical shaman Lee Scratch Perry and Bob Riddim is an irie, captivating song that takes…
Chicago Flamenco Festival Unveils 2024 Program
The Chicago Flamenco Festival has revealed the 2024 program. The festival will feature leading flamenco musicians, singers and dancers from Spain. Opening Night: Historias de…
Dazzling Carnatic Fusion by Varijashree Venugopal
Varijashree Venugopal has released her latest single, “Ranjani.” Inspired by her father’s melodies, which have resonated with her for over three decades, this song encapsulates…
Magnetic Convergence of Folk and Funk by Marty O’Neill
A cool mix of folk and funk, “The Queen’s Clothes – CG MIX 2” is a winner courtesy of Marty O’Neill, an American.
The Fusion of Greek and Korean Traditions Unveiled in Mina Cho’s GREEKOREA
Mina Cho – GREEKOREA (International Gugak Jazz Institute, 2021) GREEKOREA, a captivating series of musical compositions, explores the artistic and cultural affinities that bind the…
Global Feel and Brazilian Grooves by Pacific Time
Chattering, Brazilian-style percussion gives “The World” by American band Pacific Time a feel that’s, well, worldly beyond U.S. borders at the very least. Available…
The Splendid Talking Strings of Norway and Finland
Knudsen & Syrjälä – Talende Strenger / Kertovat Kielet (Taragot Sounds, 2023) Talende Strenger / Kertovat Kielet (Talking Strings) is a collaborative album by two…
Zartir, an Exquisite Album that Celebrates the Best of Armenian Culture
Gurdjieff Ensemble – Zartir (ECM Records, 2023) The Gurdjieff Ensemble’s latest offering is Zartir. The album’s title is derived from the works of Paghtasar Dpir,…
Savannah Music Festival 2024 Announces Tantalizing World Music Concerts
The Savannah Music Festival, a world-class, multi-genre event, has announced a set of exciting world music concerts at the peak of spring. From March 28…
Cabra, New Expressions Grounded in Spanish Folk Traditions
Cabra – Cabra, Vol.1 (Segell Microscopi, 2024) After three immensely enjoyable years of careful crafting, without any rush, as is Cabra’s preference, they have announced…