Mbira: the Entrancing Zimbabwean Thumb Piano
The mbira, also known as the “thumb piano,” is a distinctive Zimbabwean percussion instrument. As an idiophone, it features resonant solid components integrated into its…
Carmen Souza Sings About Interrelations in Difficult Times
Carmen Souza – Interconnectedness (Galileo Music Communication, 2022) Interconnectedness is the title of highly talented Portuguese vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter Carmen Souza‘s 10th album. Indeed,…
100 Years Of Dubs, A Must-Have for Reggae Enthusiasts
Joe Gibbs And The Professionals – 100 Years Of Dubs (Doctor Bird, 2023) Joe Gibbs and The Professionals’ latest release, 100 Years Of Dubs on…
The High Kings Deliver Remarkable “The Road Not Taken”
The High Kings – The Road Not Taken (2023) The Road Not Taken is the latest offering from Irish band The High Kings. It is…
Osso Sacro Triumphs at the 16th ‘Premio Andrea Parodi’ World Music Contest
Osso Sacro, hailing from Campania, emerged triumphant at the 16th edition of the prestigious “Premio Andrea Parodi” World Music contest. The event was held from…
Innovative African Yoga Album Sets the Tone for Spiritual Wellness in 2023
Various Artists – Putumayo Presents – African Yoga (Putumayo World Music, 2023) Yoga, a revered practice embraced by millions worldwide, is used to enhance well-being,…
Son Jarocho: A Passionate Traditional Musical Style of Veracruz, Mexico
Son jarocho is a traditional musical style that originated in the state of Veracruz, Mexico. It is a lovely fusion of Spanish, indigenous, and African…
Ayfer Düzdaş Presents Spellbinding Kurmanji Kurdish folk songs
Ayfer Düzdaş – Kilomên Arxawûnê (self-release, 2023) In her latest self-released album titled Kilomên Arxawûnê, Ayfer Düzdaş delves into the rich world of Kurdish Kurmanji…
From the Mediterranean to the Caucasus: ‘Oltremura’ Transcends Borders
Abdo Buda Marconi – Oltremura (Felmay, 2023) Oltremura, the second album by Ashti Abdo, Manuel Buda, and Fabio Marconi, demonstrates a noticeable maturity right from…
WOMEX Embarks on a Journey to Manchester for Its 30th Anniversary Edition in 2024
The globe-trotting world music convention, WOMEX, is all set to commemorate its 30th installment in Manchester, United Kingdom, in the upcoming year. Slated for October…