Conjunto Picafumo, São Paulo Samba Maestros
Conjunto Picafumo brings together big names in São Paulo samba to pay homage to Toinho Melodia. The group, which accompanied Toinho for eight years, recorded…
London Afrobeat Collective’s ‘Esengo’ Redefines Afrobeat Boundaries
London Afrobeat Collective – Esengo (Canopy Records, 2024) The London Afrobeat Collective’s latest creation Esengo, produced by Sonny Johns (renowned for collaborating with Tony Allen,…
South Indian Konnakol: A Quick Overview
Konnakol is a skilled art form of performing percussion syllables vocally in South Indian Carnatic music. It is the spoken component of solkattu or tattakaram,…
Kokoroko’s Remixes Combine Afrobeat Tradition and Innovation
Kokoroko – Could We Be More Remixes (Brownswood Recordings, 2023) More than a year since their excellent debut Could We Be More hit the world…
Aloysio Letra, an Emotional Journey Through Afro-Brazilian Rhythms
Singer and composer from the outskirts of the eastern zone of São Paulo, Aloysio Letra participates in the celebrations of the outskirts. He composes unique…
La Prenda Roja, A Musical Celebration of Feminine Identity Through Contemporary Flamenco
La Prenda Roja – La Prenda Roja (Segell Microscopi, 2023) La Prenda Roja (red garment) includes three talented Spanish artists, Cristina López, Sara Sambola, and…
‘Subamos’: A Sweet and Authentic Latin Jazz Triumph Down Under
A sweet, lengthy and authentic Latin jazz jam from down under, “Subamos” is a triumph for Australia’s Paso Arriba.
Aiace’s Afro-Bahian Fusion Shines in Eu Andava Como Se Fosse Voar
Aiace – Eu Andava Como Se Fosse Voar (self-release, 2023) Aiace’s latest album, Eu Andava Como Se Fosse Voar (I Walked as If I Were…
Mandolinist Mark Stoffel Rolls Out “Barnyard Funk”
Mandolinist Mark Stoffel has released a video of his new single “Barnyard Funk” (Mountain Home Music Company). The instrumental piece highlight’s Stoffel’s skill on the…
Luana Bayô, a Leading Brazilian Black Music Singer-Songwriter
Luana Bayô is a singer, songwriter, and educator from São Paulo. Owner of a powerful and striking deep voice, her work is strongly marked by…