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…
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…
Bhajan, New Album from Bagga Khan
Amarrass Records has announced the release of the album Bhajan from Indian artist Bagga Khan. Hindu bhajans are performed on celebrations such as weddings. Bagga…
Celebrated Reggae Artists Sly & Robbie to Release New Album “Red Hills Road”
Legendary Jamaican artists Sly & Robbie are set to release a new album titled “Red Hills Road” on May 21, 2021 in the United States,…
Cecilia Gauna Unveils “Rosa del Desierto” Music Video
Acclaimed Argentine artist Cecilia Gauna has unveiled a new music video featuring the single “Rosa del Desierto“. The track appears on Gauna’s recent album “Delfines.”…