El Cante de las Minas Recognizes Madrid’s Tablaos as Cultural Epicenters of Flamenco and Spanish Culture
(headline image: Juan Manuel del Rey receiving the award) The Madrid Flamenco Tablaos Association, driven by the passion and tradition of flamenco, encompasses all the…
Juan Ramón Caro Receives the ‘Pencho Cros’ Award at Cante de las Minas for His Album Caríssimo
Flamenco guitarist Juan Ramón Caro was honored with the ‘Pencho Cros’ Award for Discography at the 63rd edition of the Festival Internacional del Cante de…
Sefo Kanuteh’s Dynamic Afro-Roots Ensemble Album
Sefo Kanuteh – Adouna (self-released, 2021) Sefo Kanuteh, a talented kora and balafon player from The Gambia, released two new albums in 2021, funded by…
Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 Release New Song “T.O.P.”, Second Single from Album Heavier Yet
Afrobeat icons Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 have released the new song “T.O.P.”, which stands for “Things Over People.” “T.O.P.” is the second single from…
Catch Ustad Noor Bakhsh Live at The Sultan Room
Ustad Noor Bakhsh is set to perform at The Sultan Room in New York City on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Pakistan’s Ustad Noor Bakhsh is…
Finalists Announced for the Andrea Parodi World Music Award, 2024
The finalists for the 17th edition of the “Premio Andrea Parodi,” dedicated to world music, have been revealed. They are: Sandra Bautista González (Spain), Andrea…
Tyrone Sturk’s Fundamental Reggae Vibes
A singer of Jamaican/British artistry, the interestingly-named Tyrone Sturk spells out simple but essential reggae wisdom with “The Spirit,” doing so with a vocal style…
Enchanting Balkan Mix of Gadulka, Guitar and Accordion
Trio Grekow / Peev / Tsvyatkov – Balkan Grooves (Amadeus, 2023) Trio Grekow / Peev / Tsvyatkov is an exceptional Polish-Bulgarian instrumental ensemble that masterfully…
Natu Camara to Perform at Bryant Park
(headline image: Natu Camara – Photo by Jamie Ambler) Natu Camara is set to perform at Bryant Park. A powerhouse rooted in West Africa and…
Dario Muci: Guardian of Salento’s Musical Heritage
(headline image: Dario Muci – Photo by Daniele Met) Dario Muci is a traditional folk singer and musician from Salento, Italy, who has dedicated his…