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The album cover for Polaris by Folkatomik features at the center a nude figure wearing a space helmet. It floats against a starry, abstract backdrop of deep blue, orange, and black. Pixelated borders and textured blocks, while bold typography spells out the band name and album title in uppercase letters.

Album reviews

Pointing True North: Folkatomik Charts a Global Course with “Polaris”

Folkatomik – Polaris (Italysona, 2022) Folkatomik’s debut album, Polaris, is rooted in the traditional music of Southern Italy. At the same time, they weave in…

Awards

Italy’s World Music Competition Andrea Parodi Prize Reveals 2022 Finalists

World Music Central News Room August 28, 2022 No Comments Andrea Parodi Awards Antonio Smiriglia Balentia Beija Flor Escarteen Sisters Folkatomik Premio Andrea Parodi Raquel Kurpershoek Ual·la!Walter Laureti world fusion world music

Italy’s annual world music competition Premio Andrea Parodi has revealed the finalists that will compete the top awards October 13-15, 2022 in Cagliari. The finals…

Artist Profiles

Artist Profiles: Folkatomik

Angel Romero June 2, 2022 No Comments Folkatomik folktronica Italian music world fusion world music

Folkatomik is an Italian folktronica quartet with several identities. Guitarist, DJ and producer, Daniele Li Bassi has worked with various labels including EMI, Warner Music,…

cover of the single Quant'Ave by Folkatomik

Music videos

Folkatomik Unveils Quant’Ave Music Video

World Music Central News Room May 7, 2022 1 Comment Folkatomik folktronica global electronica Italian music world fusion

Italian folktronica act Folkatomik has released “Quant’Ave”(How Much) on video. The song will appear in the band’s upcoming debut album “Polaris” (Italy Sona). Folkatomik is…