Legendary Brazilian Singer Caetano Veloso to Be Celebrated as the 2012 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year
Renowned vocalist, songwriter and Brazilian Tropicalia music innovator Caetano Veloso will be celebrated as the 2012 Latin Recording Academy Person of the Year on Wednesday,…
View More Legendary Brazilian Singer Caetano Veloso to Be Celebrated as the 2012 Latin Recording Academy Person of the YearThe Root Remains the Same
Harmonia Hidden Legacy (FolkSounds Records, 2012) There are several bands out there using the name Harmonia. This Harmonia is an American band from Cleveland (Ohio)…
View More The Root Remains the SameRising Brazilian Star Luísa Maita to Return to North America for July 2012 Tour
Brazilian vocalist Luísa Maita will be revisiting North America in the summer of 2012 with her popular mix of samba, alternative pop and downtempo electronica.…
View More Rising Brazilian Star Luísa Maita to Return to North America for July 2012 TourCanada’s Aboriginal Music Week 2012 to Be Held October 30-November 4 in Winnipeg
Aboriginal Music Week (AMW) 2012 will take place October 30-November 4, 2012 in Winnipeg, Manitoba (Canada). The efstuval show cases the sonic creativity of Fuirst…
View More Canada’s Aboriginal Music Week 2012 to Be Held October 30-November 4 in WinnipegA Summer of World Music Festivals in 2012
The summer festival season offers fabulous opportunities for international travelers. World Music Central uncovers some of the most interesting folk and world music festivals across…
View More A Summer of World Music Festivals in 2012Interview with Sidi Goma, African Indian Sidis from Gujarat
Sidi Goma is a group of African Indian Sidis from the Bharuch district of Gujarat. This tribal Sufi community of East African origin came to…
View More Interview with Sidi Goma, African Indian Sidis from Gujarat19th Annual Lotus World Music & Arts Festival to Be Held September 20-23, 2012
The annual Lotus World Music & Arts Festival will take place September 20-23, 2012 in Bloomington Indiana. The festival celebrates the diversity, beauty, and joy…
View More 19th Annual Lotus World Music & Arts Festival to Be Held September 20-23, 2012Interview with Damily, joyous Tsapiky band from Madagascar
Damily is an irresistibly creative band from Madagascar with a 20-year track record, and will be performing at the Forde Festival of Traditional and World…
View More Interview with Damily, joyous Tsapiky band from MadagascarGlobal Music, Yoga and Electronica Stars at Beloved Sacred Arts and Music Festival in Oregon
The Beloved Sacred Arts & Music Festival 2012 will be held at the edge of Oregon’s Coastal Range during August 10 -13, 2012. Renowned world…
View More Global Music, Yoga and Electronica Stars at Beloved Sacred Arts and Music Festival in OregonInterview with 2012 Rainforest World Music Festival Performer La Zikabilo
French band La Zikabilo is one of the world music acts that will be performing at the 2012 edition of the Rainforest World Music Festival…
View More Interview with 2012 Rainforest World Music Festival Performer La Zikabilo