(headline image: Greek bouzouki – CC BY 2.5, Link) The bouzouki is a musical instrument deeply rooted in Greek tradition, renowned for its distinctive sound…
The Bouzouki: An Alluring Long-Necked Lute with Roots in Greece
Tag: world fusion
Queens United International Party (QUIP) is set to host its 7th annual World Music Festival
(headline image: Yacouba Sissoko) Queens United International Party (QUIP) is set to host its 7th annual World Music Festival on Saturday, September 21, at Sunnyside…
Vinicius Cantuária to Perform at City Winery Chicago
Vinicius Cantuária, a prominent figure in Brazilian music for over four decades, is set to perform on Tuesday, September 17, at City Winery in Chicago.…
Milton + Esperanza, a Groundbreaking Album by Nascimento and Spalding”
Milton + Esperanza (Concord Records, 2024) Milton + Esperanza is a profound, exceptional collaboration between Brazilian music legend Milton Nascimento and Grammy-winning bassist and composer…
Colombian Beats, Austin Vibes: Superfónicos Reimagines Tradition on Renaceré
Superfónicos – Renaceré (Spaceflight Records, 2024) Renaceré (reborn) is the new album by Superfónicos, a band formed by Colombian expats in Austin, Texas. Superfónicos has…
Sidy Samb to Perform at Instituto Cervantes in Chicago
Sidy Samb is set to perform on Saturday, September 14 at Instituto Cervantes in Chicago. Born in Senegal to a Gewel griot family, singer, and…
Bassekou Kouyate & Amy Sacko Take the Number One Spot on Transglobal World Music Chart for September 2024
The album Djudjon, l’Oiseau de Garana by Malian husband and wife duo Bassekou Kouyate & Amy Sacko has emerged as the number recording on Transglobal…
Söndörgö Tops World Music Charts Europe for September 2024
The album Gyezz by Hungarian ensemble Söndörgö has attained the highest position on the World Music Charts Europe for September 2024. Gyezz features special guest…
International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago Unveils Engaging Fall 2024 Music Series
The International Latino Cultural Center of Chicago has released the program for its fall Chicago Latino Music Series. The series begins on Saturday, September 14,…
Brazilian multi-instrumentalist Hermeto Pascoal to Receive WOMEX 24 Artist Award
(headline image: Hermeto Pascoal – Photo by Gabriel Quintao) Hermeto Pascoal, a celebrated Brazilian composer and multi-instrumentalist, will be honored with the WOMEX 24 Artist…