Rhythm and resilience: how 9 festivals and 18 bands are hosting an online music festival in the pandemic era
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has wrought havoc on the music industry, with events canceled, postponed, repositioned online, or delivered in a ‘hybrid’ offline-online mode. But…
Ugandan Singer Rachel Magoola Elected Member of Parliament 2021 for Bugweri District
Ugandan singer-songwriter, dancer, and politician Rachel Magoola was elected to Uganda’s Parliament as the women’s representative in Bugweri District. “My Bugweri People, thank you for…
virtualWOMEX Announces Extended Program In April 2021
World music expo WOMEX has announced its upcoming virtualWOMEX Extended Programme, featuring films, conference and networking sessions. The virtual event will take place Friday, April…
Sakili’s Creole Sounds from the Indian Ocean
Sakili is a band from Rodrigues island in the Indian Ocean. Sakili is set to release Creole Sounds from the Indian Ocean (ARC Music) on…
Culturas 360°, Online Transnational World Music Showcase
IndiEarth XChange in association with 8 world and international music festivals have launched a global initiative for culture and music. Culturas 360° is a new…
Esbe releases Transglobal Underground Re-Mix of My Love Knows No Bounds
British artist Esbe has released a music video with the Transglobal Underground re-mix of her song “My Love Knows No Bounds.” “As a diversion from…
Irresistible Cuban Dance Music from Héctor Valentín
Héctor Valentín – Me Quité (Tumi Music, 2021) Me Quité is the new album from captivating Cuban singer Héctor Valentín Larrondo Ricardo, better known as…
Havana Meets Kingston – Part 2 presents New Version of “Lagrimas Negras”
A new version of the classic song “Lagrimas Negras” (Black Tears) features acclaimed Cuban singer Beatriz Márquez, together with some of Jamaica and Cuba’s most…
Montparnasse Musique Unveil ‘Panter’ Featuring Kasai Allstars
Montparnasse Musique has rolled out a single titled ‘Panter’ featuring Kasai Allstars. The track is the first release on Real World Records’ new imprint, Real…
Afro Roots Fest Miami Beach Returns in May 2021
Afro Roots Fest Miami Beach is set to return on Saturday, May 1, 2021. The concerts will take place at the North Beach Bandshell 1.…