Purple With Purpose
I’m the first to admit that I have no clear definition for the term “world music.” I do, however, know that longstanding band Ancient Future…
Orkney Folk Festival to Return to Full-scale Live Event in May 2022
The team behind the Orkney Folk Festival has announced a return to a full-scale live event over May 26-29, 2022. Orkney is a group of…
The Dream Guitar of Kees van der Poel
Dutch guitarist Kees van der Poel has released a new album titled Dream Guitar (Pan Records, 2021). The recording features solo guitar deeply rooted in…
Korea’s Black String to Perform in New York City
South Korean quartet Black String is set to perform on Friday, February 18, 2022 at Chelsea Table and Stage in Manhattan, New York City. Black…
Dynamic, Refreshing and Breezy Ray Obiedo
Ray Obiedo – Latin Jazz Project, Vol. 2 (Rhythmus Records, 2021) Guitarist and composer Ray Obiedo has released the second volume of his Latin Jazz…
Argile, the Latest from Lakhdar Hanou Ensemble
“Argile” (clay) is the new album from Lakhdar Hanou Ensemble, led by French-Algerian ud player Lakhdar Hanou. This time, the ensemble turns its attention towards…
Finnish Folk Metal Band Ritva Nero Releases Video from Immortal Tradition
Finnish band Ritva Nero, described as a folk metal act, has a new album titled “Immortal Tradition“. The band has released a music video of…
Vigüela’s Artisan Way
Spanish folk ensemble Vigüela has a new album titled “A la manera artesana” (In the artisan way) scheduled for release in February 2022. The new…
Rokia Koné Unveils New Video, ‘Kurunba’
Rising Malian artist Rokia Koné has released another new video titled ‘Kurunba‘. The song will appear in Koné’s upcoming album “Bamanan“. On ‘Kurunba’, Rokia sings…
Bill King’s Summerheat Reissue, Where Reggae Meets 1970s Strings
The 1979 single Summerheat by Bill King is available again as a reissue on the 7 Arts label. The tune combines reggae beats, 1970s soul…
Flamenco Week at Expo Dubai 2020
Flamenco music and dance will be the highlight January 18-27 at the World Expo Dubai 2020 (which is taking place in 2021 and 2022). The…