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Artist Profiles

Artist Profiles: Extra Golden

Angel Romero October 6, 2018 No Comments bengaExtra GoldenKenyan musicUnited States of America

Extra Golden is an international collaboration between Kenyan and American musicians. Americans Ian Eagleson and Alex Minoff were formerly of the band Golden; Kenyans are…

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Artist Profiles: Randal Bays

Angel Romero September 6, 2018 No Comments Irish folk musicRandal BaysUnited States of America

A masterful guitarist, Randal first garnered international attention on Green Linnet’s landmark recording with Irish fiddle phenomenon Martin Hayes. Rooted in both Irish and jazz…

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Artist Profiles: Patrick Street

Angel Romero September 6, 2018 No Comments IrelandIrish folk musicPatrick StreetUnited States of America

The Irish “supergroup” Patrick Street began with four recognized masters – Kevin Burke (ex-Bothy Band), singer/bouzouki player Andy Irvine (ex-Planxty), Jackie Daly (ex-De Dannan), and…

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Artist Profiles: Naser Khorasani

Angel Romero August 24, 2018 No Comments dafIranNaser KhorasaniPersian classical musicUnited States of America

A member of the American Psychological Association, Naser Khorasani (daf) is a Psychologist specializing in music therapy and meditation. He was born in Tabriz, Iran…

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Artist Profiles: Mamak Khadem

Angel Romero August 24, 2018 No Comments IranIranian musicMamak KhademUnited States of Americaworld fusionworld music

Born in Iran, Mamak Khadem was part of the Children’s Choir for National Radio and Television, and immigrated to the U. S. as a teenager…

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Artist Profiles: Mayook Bhaumik

Angel Romero August 5, 2018 No Comments Indian classical musicMayook BhaumikUnited States of America

Mayookh Bhaumik was born on November 14, 1977 in New Jersey. He began performing on television, radio and various stages from the age of five.…

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Artist Profiles: Ambi Subramaniam

Angel Romero July 13, 2018 No Comments Ambi SubramaniamIndian musicUnited States of Americaviolin

Ambi Subramaniam was born August 5, 1991 in Los Angeles, California, the son of violin maestro L. Subramaniam. Ambi gave his first performance at the…

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Artist Profiles: Andreas Kapsalis Trio

Angel Romero June 22, 2018 No Comments Andreas Kapsalis TrioGreek musicMiddle Eastern musicUnited States of America

Andreas Kapsalis is a Greek American born in Illinois. The Andreas Kapsalis Trio represents the perfect alliance of eight-fingered guitar virtuosity, outstanding melodic themes and…

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Artist profiles: Unspoken Tradition

Angel Romero May 26, 2018 2 Comments BluegrassUnited States of AmericaUnspoken Tradition

Unspoken Tradition is a North Carolina bluegrass band inspired by traditional music and other influences. Their material is primarily original and mirrors the ever-changing culture…

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Artist Profiles: Jerry Holland

Angel Romero March 25, 2018 No Comments CanadaCanadian musicCeltic musicJerry HollandUnited States of America

Jerry Holland was a giant among fiddlers, one of the best North America has ever produced. He was one of the best-known Cape Breton musicians…

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