Sumptuous and Inspired Songs Inspired by the Queen of Sheba
Ibrahim Maalouf & Angélique Kidjo – Queen of Sheba (2022) Beninese world music star Angélique Kidjo and celebrated Lebanese trumpeter and composer Ibrahim Maalouf have…
Musical Explorers: Krishna in Spring Film
Renowned Indian ethnomusicologist Deben Bhattacharya filmed the fascinating material on the Krishna in Spring DVD in 1969 in Mathura and Barsana, Uttar Pradesh, India. The…
Adriana Calcanhotto Announces September 2022 US Tour
Adriana Calcanhotto, one of the biggest stars of Brazilian music, will be touring the United States in September 2022. Acclaimed by fans and critics alike,…
Milton Nascimento Farewell Tour 2022, One Final Music Session
Brazilian music luminary Milton Nascimento has announced farewell to the stage and promises an epic tour to honor the fans. With a trajectory that includes…
Elif Sanchez Exquisitely Blends Spanish and Turkish Music
Elif Sanchez – Mi Voz (Pasión Turca, 2022) “Mi Voz” (My Voice, in Spanish) is the second album by talented and groundbreaking Turkish singer Elif…
Ghetto Kumbé Presents Sola (Les Enfants Sauvages Remix)
Colombian band Ghetto Kumbé has released a new version of “Sola (Les Enfants Sauvages Remix)”. This is the fifth single from the upcoming remix album…
Estonia’s Puuluup to Perform at Joe’s Pub in New York City
The Estonian nu-folk duo Puuluup, made up of Ramo Teder and Marko Veisson is set to perform on Thursday, September 22, 2022, at Joe’s Pub…
World Music Institute Reveals Fall/Winter 2022-2023 Season
The World Music Institute (WMI) will celebrate its 37th year in New York City with 18 concerts featuring artists from over 20 countries. WMI Executive…
Elegant Ghanaian Gyil Xylophone and Piano Interactions
Alfred Kpebesaane and Brittany Anjou – Nong Voru – Fake Love (2021) “Nong Voru” (Fake Love) is a fantastic collaboration between Ghanaian xylophonist, percussionist, and…
Artist Profiles: Joji Hirota
Drummer, singer, flute player and composer, Joji Hirota easily defies definition. Trained as a classical musician in Japan, he has spent over half his life…