Aziza Brahim Honors Sahrawi Tradition and Embraces New Sounds
Aziza Brahim – Mawja (Glitterbeat, 2024) Aziza Brahim‘s fifth album, Mawja, set for release on February 23rd, 2024, features her signature mix of Saharan and…
Natascha Rogers Crafts soul-stirring music that transcends borders
Natascha Rogers – Onaida (No Format!, 2024) Natascha Rogers’ latest musical venture, Onaida serves as a serene refuge from the cacophony of modern life. Seeking…
La Yegros Reveals New Single “Bailarin”
La Yegros has unveiled her latest single, “Bailarín,” marking the debut from her upcoming fourth studio album, Haz, slated for release at the end of…
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…