Te Vaka’s Olivia Foa’i Presents Dance Film “Ta Ke Mate”
Polynesian artist Olivia Foa’i (Te Vaka) has released a dance video titled “Ta Ke Mate.” The video features music from the recent “Te Vaka Beats…
Belgian Singer Eléonor and Brazilian Vocalist Maíra Freitas Unveil ‘Despreocupados’
‘Despreocupados (Acoustic Remix)’ is a collaboration between two talented vocalists representing two distinct traditions, Belgian singer Eléonor and Brazilian vocalist and pianist Maíra Freitas, along…
Ethnomusicology Documentary Available: Musicians in America during the Covid-19 Pandemic
The Society for Ethnomusicology (SEM) has announced the launch of a new website: Musicians in America during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Thanks to the award of…
Toumani Diabaté’s Exquisite Collaboration with the London Symphony Orchestra
Toumani Diabaté and the London Symphony Orchestra – Kôrôlén (World Circuit Records, 2021) Kôrôlén is a truly exquisite collaboration between kora maestro Toumani Diabaté and…
Hidden Kingdom World Music Festival 2021
The Hidden Kingdom World Music Festival is set to take place in Bhutan. The festival will be hosted virtually from Bhutan between July 21-27. Hidden…
Angélique Kidjo to Release Mother Nature
African music star Angélique Kidjo has announced the release of her new album “Mother Nature” (Universal Music Group). Release date is June 18, 2021. Guests…
Batch Gueye to Perform Free Online Concert at Africa Oyé: Nyumbani
The next installment of Africa Oyé: Nyumbani will feature West African singer-songwriter, Batch Gueye on Friday, May 28, 2021 on Africa Oye’s YouTube and Facebook…
Cuba, Paradise Found
Writer and musician John Phillpott recalls the trip of a lifetime when he became entranced by the hypnotic sounds of Cuba: As a lifelong fan…
Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino to Present New Album Meridiana Tonight Via Youtube and Facebook
One of Italy’s finest world music acts, Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino (CGS) will stream the presentation of its new album Meridiana tonight, May 20. The streaming…
Afro Roots Fest Free Event at Islamorada in Florida
South Florida’s Afro Roots Fest will present two shows May 29-30, 2021 at Islamorada’s Morada Way Arts & Cultural District in the Florida Keys. The…