Persian Classical Music Legend Mohammad Reza Shajarian Dies at 80
Mohammad Reza Shajarian, one of the most important performers of Persian classical music, passed away today, October 8, 2020 in Tehran, Iran. Shajarian’s son, acclaimed…
Acclaimed Jamaican Reggae and Dub Producer Bunny ‘Striker’ Lee Dies at 79
Highly influential reggae producer Bunny ‘Striker’ Lee, a cornerstone of Jamaican music, passed away on October 6, 2020. Edward O’Sullivan Lee was born in the…
Artist Profiles: María José Llergo
Flamenco singer María José Llergo was born in Córdoba, Spain in 1994. She dazzles audiences by taking tradition to unexplored paths. Her voice is full…
BandAdriatica Releases Odissea Music Video
Italian ensemble BandAdriatica has released a music video of the song Odissea, title track of the band’s latest album. The piece includes two special guests,…
Delightful Jazz Guitar Versions of Jobim Classics
Albare – Albare Plays Jobim (Alfi Records, 2020) Albare Plays Jobim presents exquisite instrumental jazz guitar versions of Jobim’s bossa nova classics. Albare (Albert Dadon)…
Papa Rosko Launches Folsom Prison Blues Music Video Featuring Toots Hibbert
American musician Papa Rosko has released a new single titled, “Folsom Prison Blues” featuring the late late reggae star Toots Hibbert. “Folsom Prison Blues” will…
Interview with Frigg’s Mandolinist Petri Prauda
Extraordinary Finnish fiddle band Frigg is celebrating its 20th anniversary with yet another fantastic album titled FriXX. The band’s mandolinist talked to us about Frigg’s…
Folklore Urbano NYC Unveils Black Is Beautiful Video
Folklore Urbano NYC has released “Black is Beautiful” with the support of El Museo del Barrio. “Black is Beautiful” is the first single of the…
Jupiter & Okwess Release ‘Abalegele Gale’ Single with Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Congolese band Jupiter & Okwess has released a single titled “Abalegele Gale.” The song is a collaboration with American band Preservation Hall Jazz Band from…
Malika Tirolien Releases First Single from Upcoming Album
Guadeloupean vocalist, songwriter, pianist and producer Malika Tirolien has released a single titled “Rise.” The song will appear in her upcoming album ‘Higher,’ schedule for…