Artist Profiles: Hudci z Kyjova
The cymbalom band Hudci z Kyjova was founded in 1994 by musicians who were already well-experienced players in other cymbalom bands. The first album called…
Artist Profiles: Gulo car
The Gypsy band Gulo car of nine members plays funk jazz music strongly influenced by Gypsy melodies and harmonies. In 2003 Gulo Car toured with…
Powerhouse Tejana Rocker
Patricia Vonne – Top of the Mountain (Bandolera Records, 2018) Patricia Vonne is an actress, filmmaker, activist, bandleader, musician, singer and songwriter. So, it comes…
Farsi Pop Band Mitra Sumara Releases Tahdig
Mitra Sumara, a New York City-based band that plays Farsi pop and funk, has a debut album titled Tahdig. The album is scheduled for release…
Artist Profiles: Čechomor
During the decade of the 1990s, Čechomor established as a premier band exploring the wedding dances and folk songs of their native Czech Republic, combining…
Artist Profiles: Gothart
Gothart, a historical music ensemble, was founded in 1993. Five friends got together united by a common interest to restore medieval music. Their repertoire at…
Artist Profiles: Druha Trava
Druha Trava (Second Grass) was formed in 1991 in the Czech Republic. Their musical heritage comes from a place far from the Appalachian communities where…
Beyond Words
Some people don’t like instrumental music because it has no lyrics. Then again, there are people who don’t much care for world music sung in…
Artist Profiles: Czaldy Waldy Quartet
Czaldy Waldy is the name of an old Czech dance originated in 14th century. Four musicians decided to use the same name for their quartet.…
Artist Profiles: Čankišou
Czech band Čankišou was formed in 1999. Several musicians, who until that time played in various bands, decided to play world music. The band dug…