The Barmer Boys, a trio of musicians, stand as the torchbearers of an ancient musical lineage, dutifully preserving and propagating the time-honored traditions of the…
The Barmer Boys, Torchbearers of the Manganiyar Traditions
Tag: world fusion
Introducing the Inaugural Selection of Showcase Artists for WOMEX 2023
WOMEX, the preeminent international exhibition event for world music, has disclosed the initial roster of Jury-selected Showcase artists who will captivate audiences during the 29th…
Amplifying the Voices of Forgotten Working-Class Musicians: The Rivayat Music Series
Mekaal Hasan Band – Rivayat (2023) Mekaal Hasan, a renowned music producer and guitarist, has created Rivayat, a compelling music series that highlights traditional and…
Acclaimed Pianist Harold López-Nussa Set to Release ‘Timba a la Americana’ on Blue Note Records
Cuban pianist and composer, Harold López-Nussa, has recently inked a deal with Blue Note Records, and he has now unveiled the release date of his…
Ancient Poems, Modern Echoes: Zeyn’el’s Album Reflects the Struggles of the Past and Present
Zeyn’el – Divan and Divine (ARC Music, 2023) Zeyn’el’s latest musical endeavor, “Divan and Divine” released under ARC Music in 2023, presents a remarkable fusion…
José María Bandera: The Maestro of Flamenco Guitar
Hailing from the vibrant southern city of Algeciras, Cádiz (Spain), José María Bandera Sánchez, an exceptional guitarist, has cemented his place as a flamenco guitar…
A Melting Pot of International Musical Talents: Complete Roster Announced for 2023 Lowell Folk Festival
Seven additional musical acts who will be on stage at the 2023 Lowell Folk Festival Friday, July 28th through Sunday, July 30th, were announced this…
Babel Music XP Call For Artists for 2024 Edition
World music expo Babel Music XP is currently accepting applications to participate in the 2024 edition. Notably, the event has expanded its digital segment to…
Iconic Voice of Bossa Nova, Astrud Gilberto, Passes Away at 83
Renowned Brazilian vocalist Astrud Gilberto, whose ethereal rendition of “The Girl from Ipanema” captivated audiences worldwide during the 1960s bossa nova era, has passed away…
Ermanno Panta & Banda Zeitun: Jazz meets Italian traditional music and flamenco
Ermanno Panta & Banda Zeitun – Llengua de Terra (2023) Following the album “Isla Musa” (2019), Sicilian composer, singer and multi-instrumentalist Ermano Panta is releasing…