Chattering, Brazilian-style percussion gives “The World” by American band Pacific Time a feel that’s, well, worldly beyond U.S. borders at the very least. Available…
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Cabra, New Expressions Grounded in Spanish Folk Traditions
Cabra – Cabra, Vol.1 (Segell Microscopi, 2024) After three immensely enjoyable years of careful crafting, without any rush, as is Cabra’s preference, they have announced…
View More Cabra, New Expressions Grounded in Spanish Folk TraditionsAdriana Calcanhotto’s Joyous and Spontaneous Songs grounded in Brazilian Tradition
Adriana Calcanhotto – Errante (Modern Recordings, 2023) Adriana Calcanhotto’s 13th studio album, Errante, present a wide range of styles. From bossa nova to samba-canção, xote,…
View More Adriana Calcanhotto’s Joyous and Spontaneous Songs grounded in Brazilian TraditionThe Trials of Cato to Showcase at Folk Alliance International 2024
(headline image: The Trials of Cato – photo by Esme Mai) Innovative Welsh folk music act The Trials of Cato is set to perform at…
View More The Trials of Cato to Showcase at Folk Alliance International 2024Amghar Unveils the enduring influence of Tuareg Icon Abdallah Oumbadougou
Abdallah Oumbadougou – Amghar: The Godfather of Tuareg Music – Vol. 1 (Petaluma Records, 2024) The album Amghar: The Godfather of Tuareg Music – Vol.…
View More Amghar Unveils the enduring influence of Tuareg Icon Abdallah OumbadougouJapanese melodies dance on the winds of change
Chiyomi Yamada and Baobab – Songs of my land (indigo road, 2024) Songs of my Land by Chiyomi Yamada and Baobab, is an enchanting fusion…
View More Japanese melodies dance on the winds of changeUdupa Music Festival kicks off this week in Bangalore with Indian classical music, jazz, and flamenco
Tabla maestro Ustad Zakir Hussain has won five Grammy Awards over the past three decades: 1992 (Best Global Music Album), 2009 (Best Global Music Album),…
View More Udupa Music Festival kicks off this week in Bangalore with Indian classical music, jazz, and flamencoSole Cultivates a Transcendent Dialogue Between Past and Present Slovak Music
Sole – Elos (CPL-Music, 2024) Bratislava ensemble Sole is a pioneering force in Slovak world jazz scene, bridging diverse traditions with innovative flair. Their debut…
View More Sole Cultivates a Transcendent Dialogue Between Past and Present Slovak MusicThe Sarod, A Vital Lute in the Hindustani Music Tradition
The sarod is a stringed musical instrument that is commonly used in the Hindustani music tradition of northern India. It belongs to the lute family…
View More The Sarod, A Vital Lute in the Hindustani Music TraditionAndy Leftwich presents a captivating instrumental piece, “Behind The 8 Ball”
Andy Leftwich and a circle of talented acquaintances have released a remarkable original instrumental titled “Behind the 8 Ball,” emerged from their collaborative efforts in…
View More Andy Leftwich presents a captivating instrumental piece, “Behind The 8 Ball”