Artist Profiles: Salazar
To understand the uniqueness and idiosyncrasy of Spanish duo Salazar, one only has to see the distance that separates its two members: the 1,000 kilometers…
The Magnetism of the Anatolian Dragon
Gaye Su Akyol – Anadolu Ejderi (Glitterbeat Records, 2022) Lauded Turkish artist Gaye Su Akyol recently released her fourth solo album, “Anadolu Ejderi” (Anatolian Dragon).…
Ladysmith Black Mambazo to Perform in Chicago in 2023
South African a cappella ensemble Ladysmith Black Mambazo is set to perform on Saturday, March 25, 2023 (5:00 & 8:00 PM) at Maurer Hall (Old…
The Extraordinary Future Trad Sound of Elephant Sessions
Elephant Sessions – For The Night (Elephant Sessions, 2022) For The Night is the captivating new album by Elephant Sessions, an innovative Scottish folktronica band…
Artist Profiles: Gaye Su Akyol
Turkish singer-songwriter Gaye Su Akyol was born January 30, 1985, in Istanbul, Turkey. She grew up in a cosmopolitan environment, in a place where the…
Distinctive Nordic Folk Inspired by Nature and Mythology
Hurja Halla – Riitti (Hurja Halla, 2022) The debut album “Riitti” presents the fascinating sounds of Finnish act Hurja Halla. The duo performs newly composed…
Amadran, Baba Sissoko Returns to the Roots
Baba Sissoko – Amadran (homerecords.be, 2019) “Amadran” is Baba Sissoko‘s skillful celebration of his family and his griot musical heritage. This excellent and engaging album…
Lëk Sèn Unveils New Video ‘All you can do’
Senegalese artist Lëk Sèn has released a new video with the track ‘All you can do’, extracted from his “All you can do” EP, released…
Guitar Master Niño Josele to Release his New Album ‘Galaxias’ Today
Renowned flamenco composer and guitarist Niño Josele is set to release his new album Galaxias today, November 25, 2022. The recording is “a space trip…
Singer Rafa del Calli and Dancer Juan Tomás de la Molía Winners of the 13th National Flamenco Art Contest of Córdoba
The jury of the 13th National Flamenco Art Contest of Córdoba (Concurso Nacional de Arte Flamenco de Córdoba) announced the winners of this year’s edition.…