Daymé Arocena – Alkemi (Brownswood Recordings, 2024) Daymé Arocena has just released her latest musical offering, Alkemi, marking her return since her 2019 recording, Sonocardiogram.…
Daymé Arocena Embraces Neo-Soul
Tag: Cuban music
Yeisy Rojas presents Sizzling Afro-Cuban Rhythms
Yeisy Rojas, a Cuban who relocated to Norway to earn a master’s degree in jazz violin, teaches a potent lesson of cultural respect with her…
Rhythm and resilience: musicians of the Mahindra Percussion Festival share creative insights for audiences and aspiring artists
The second edition of the Mahindra Percussion Festival (MPF) will be kicking off in Bangalore this weekend, with two days of performances at the Prestige…
Beloved Cuban Guitarist and Songwriter Eliades Ochoa Delights Once More with ‘Guajiro’
Eliades Ochoa – Guajiro (World Circuit Records, 2023) Renowned Cuban musician and songwriter Eliades Ochoa released Guajiro in 2023 under the banner of World Circuit…
Boleros and Nostalgia: Ernesto Tejeda Live at Sans Souci Tribute
Raúl Gutiérrez and his Cuban Big Band present: Ernesto Tejeda – Boleros at the Sans Soucis (Clásicos Latinos, 2023) Raúl Gutiérrez and his Cuban Big…
Okan’s Third Album ‘Okantomi’ Echoes Afro-Cuban Heritage and Immigrant Experiences
Okan – Okantomi (Lulaworld Records, 2023) Okan’s third album, Okantomi on Lulaworld Records in 2023, is infused with the profound influence of their African heritage,…
Bolero: A Romantic Musical Genre with Cuban Origins
Bolero is a sentimental genre of song that originated in eastern Cuba in the late 19th century as part of the trova tradition. Trovadores were…
Omara Portuondo’s “Vida” Secures Latin Grammy Award 2023
In a remarkable turn of events, Omara Portuondo, who recently returned to her cherished Cuba for a much-needed vacation, has been honored with the prestigious…
Transglobal World Music Hall of Fame Seeks 2023 Nominations
The Transglobal World Music Hall of Fame is currently accepting nominations for 2023. The Transglobal World Music Hall of Fame celebrates excellence in the world…
Cellist Ana Carla Maza Returns to Cuban Roots on Caribe
Ana Carla Maza – Caribe (Persona Editorial, 2023) Cuban composer, virtuoso cello player and vocalist Ana Carla Maza presents her latest musical endeavor Caribe (Caribbean…