Reviews
Tuesday, October 9 2007
Tcheka: Nu Monda
This is not the usual story of a traditional music gone global; instead, Tcheka's album narrates the survival of traditional rhythms in the face of increasing globalization.
Wednesday, September 26 2007
Taylor Mills: Lullagoodbye
With her country charm and honest lyrics Taylor Mills proves a refreshing change from pop tarts such as Britney Spears.
Tuesday, September 25 2007
Spanish Harlem Orchestra: United We Swing
Few Latin bands are as able to convey the same amount of energy as this large New York ensemble.
Friday, September 21 2007
Various Artists: World Circuit Presents
Eschewing chronology for style, World Circuit manages to create a coherent yet deliciously eclectic mix.
Monday, September 10 2007
Various Artists: Bodo Riddim
One riddim, a roster of well-respected reggae veterans and new generation greats.
Angelique Kidjo: Djin Djin [29.Aug.07]
Dervish: Spirit [23.Aug.07]
Various Artists: Putumayo World Party [21.Aug.07]
Femi Kuti: The Definitive Collection [6.Jul.07]
Zeb: Stop the Earth, I Want to Get Off! [5.Jul.07]
Ibrahim Ferrer: Mi Sueño [20.Jun.07]
Ras Myrhdak: Prince of Fyah, Vol: 1 [13.Jun.07]
Zaman 8 & Hafez Modir: Suryaghati EP 2 [1.Jun.07]
Astrid Williamson: Day of the Lone Wolf [18.May.07]
Various Artists: The Kings of Reggae [8.May.07]
Loren Dent: Empires and Milk [13.Apr.07]
Rankin Scroo: Godfada [5.Apr.07]
Joseph Israel: Gone Are the Days [22.Mar.07]
The Frames: The Cost [21.Mar.07]
Turbulence: Do Good [20.Mar.07]
