Artist Profiles: Ricky Skaggs
American country and bluegrass singer-songwriter, musician, producer, and composer Rickie Lee Skaggs, better known as Ricky Skaggs, was born July 18, 1954. Skaggs grew up…
Old Town School of Folk Music Reveals 2023 World Music Wednesdays
Chicago’s Old Town School of Folk Music has announced the upcoming 2023 season of World Music Wednesdays. The series presents a weekly showcase of world…
Artist Profiles: Speed Caravan
Speed Caravan was founded in 2005 by Algerian French ud player Mehdi Haddab and bass player Pascal “Pasco” Teillet. On the compelling fusion album “Kalashnik…
French Nordic Folk Collective Skáld Unveil Second Single “Då Månen Sken”
French Nordic folk collective Skáld have released a new single titled “Då Månen Sken.” The ensemble celebrates ancient Nordic poets (skalds) by singing in Old…
Tárkány-Kovács’ Cimbalom Treasures
Tárkány Trió – A cimbalomprímás (Fonó, 2022) The album “A cimbalomprímás” by virtuoso musician Tárkány-Kovács Bálint celebrates the Hungarian hammered dulcimer known as cimbalom. Tárkány-Kovács…
Les Suds, en Hiver 2023 Festival program Announced
French world music festival Les Suds, en Hiver (The South, In winter) has announced the 2023 program. The 6th edition will take place 6th edition.…
One Love Festival Announces New Location
Reggae event One Love Festival has announced the new location of its annual event. “After searching the width and breadth of Southern England for the…
The Proclaimers to Headline HebCelt 2023 Festival
The line-up for the international music festival HebCelt has been announced, with iconic Scottish duo The Proclaimers headlining the Main Stage. The infamous musical pair,…
David Crosby & The Lighthouse Band Roll Out ‘Live At The Capitol Theatre’ Album
“Live At The Capitol Theatre,” David Crosby’s first live album, is now available. The recording features Snarky Puppy’s Michael League, Becca Stevens, and Michelle Willis. Recorded…
Senegalese Artist Baaba Maal to Perform at Barbican Hall in London in 2023
The Barbican announced a concert with Senegalese vocalist, guitarist, traveler, ambassador, dancer, philosopher, humanitarian and activist Baaba Maal for May 2023. Baaba Maal will be performing tracks from his latest album, “Being.” The album…