Thursday, June 23 2011
Authors Vasquez, Faciolince talk about Colombia’s violence and ‘literature of conflict’
Friday, June 17 2011
Michi Sarmiento y Su Bravo: Aqui Los Bravos!: The Best of Michi Sarmiento
That urge to make music so effective that no one can dispute its superiority.
Friday, September 3 2010
Various Artists: The Afrosound of Colombia Vol. 1
Two and a half hours of catchy and curious tracks from Fruko y Sus Tesos, Wganda Kenya, and others involved in the golden period of Afro-influenced, funked-up tropical music recorded by the legendary Discos Fuentes label.
Tuesday, August 10 2010
Anibal Velásquez y Su Conjunto: Mambo Loco
The only downside of this compilation is its brevity; it's a short, sweet dose of tropical medicine that will doubtless leave listeners wanting more.
Friday, January 15 2010
Quantic and his Combo Bárbaro: Tradition in Transition
For the bulk of this album, Quantic and his combo don't put a foot wrong. The result is a modern fusion sound based on Colombian rhythms infused with Brazilian string arrangements, Panamanian soul, and some wonderful salsa piano.
Thursday, November 6 2008
Various: The Rough Guide to Colombian Street Party
This is exactly how a party album from a respected world music label should be handled.
Tuesday, September 25 2007
Various: The Roots of Chicha
The Roots of Chicha jogs along on a wave of good humour, jaunty male singing, and an overall vibe of pride and pleasure.
Wednesday, July 18 2007
Putumayo: Women of the World
Despite the different springs feeding into these women's inspirational homes, the album is successful at uniting these unique, accomplished musicians.
