Artist Profiles: Taraf de Caliu
Romanian ensemble Taraf de Caliu is a reincarnation of famed Gypsy (Roma) band Taraf de Haidouks. The founding members of Taraf de Haidouks were reunited…
Ekonting, the Cherished Folk Instrument of the Jola People
Various Artists – Ears of the People: Ekonting Songs from Senegal and The Gambia (Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, 2023) “Ears of the People: Ekonting Songs from…
Artist Profiles: Bnat el Houariyat
Bnat el Houariyat (“the girls of Houara”) is a multigenerational ensemble that follows Moroccan laâbat tradition. These are women’s percussion groups that perform stinging, often…
Artist Profiles: Dakh Daughters
Dakh Daughters is an Ukrainian music and theater ensemble formed 2012. Seven actresses use musical instruments to create a life-affirming performance about love, freedom and…
Tiny Desk Meets globalFEST Reveal 2023 Lineup
New York-based music festival and organization globalFEST and NPR Music have announced the lineup for the third annual Tiny Desk meets globalFEST, a three night online series that features world…
New Caledonia Act Marcus Gad & Tribe Launches ‘Long Way Home’
Marcus Gad has released a new single from his forthcoming album. The rising reggae artist from the French-controlled territory of New Caledonia, returns with his usual…
Splendid Classical & Gaelic Harp by The Willow Trio
The Willow Trio – The Swan of Salen (2023) “The Swan of Salen” is the truly exquisite debut album that presents the remarkable Scottish act…
Unconventional and Fascinating Nordic Flamenco by Anna Murtola
Anna Murtola – La Tierra Blanca (Nordic Notes, 2023) “La Tierra Blanca” (The White Land) presents the unique flamenco vision of Finnish singer Anna Murtola.…
World Music Showcase Babel Music XP Announces 2023 Lineup
World music expo Babel Music XP has revealed the lineup set to perform offers in Marseilles, March 23 – 25, 2023. The showcase and conference…
The Etnotranss of Latvia’s Auļi
Auļi – Ķekatās (Lauska, 2022) The joyful and high energy album “Ķekatās” is dedicated to the Latvian masquerade traditions in winter. Starting from the Winter…