Artist Profiles: Kilema
His name is Randrianantoandro Clément, but most people call him Kilema. He was introduced to the world music scene as part of the famous Madagascan…
Artist Profiles: Rajery
Germain Randrianrisoa, better known as Rajery is an influential singer, songwriter, composer and valiha virtuoso from Madagascar. Despite losing all his fingers on one hand,…
South American Afro-Pacific Band Rio Mira to Perform at The ArtsCenter
Much-admired South American ensemble Rio Mira is set to perform at The ArtsCenter in Carrboro, North Carolina. The concert is part of an American tour…
Artist Profiles: Madagascar Slim
Madagascar Slim’s real name is Randriamananjara Radofa Besata Jean Longin. He talks about his background: “I Was born on Halloween night of 1956 in Antananarivo…
Artist Profiles: Njava
Njava is a group of three brothers and two sisters from Madagascar. Named after their father, a composer and idealist who believed in peace through…
Artist Profiles: Regis Gizavo
Regis Gizavo was an accordionist from Tulear. He presented himself not only as a defender of the traditions of his region (where the ethnic groups,…
Artist Profiles: Aseana Percussion Unit
This 8-member group of musicians based in Kuala Lumpur uses anything that can make a sound, be it garbage can covers or broomsticks, they will…
Artist Profiles: Kani’d
Kani’d (meaning cousins) is inspired by the ancestral songs of the Kelabits from central Borneo, and draws upon the wealth of the musical traditions of…
Artist Profiles: Malaysian Dhol Federation
The Malaysian Dhol Federation?s humble beginnings were traced back to the year 1996 in the city of Ipoh, Perak. It all started out when one…
Darbar Indian Classical Arts Festival 2018
Part of the Darbar Festival 2018 will take place in London during October 25-28. The event promotes Indian classical arts and showcases some of the…