Category: World

Chiyomi Yamada, My Land Review by J. Pepper Chiyomi Yamada and the Japanese folk band Baobab have masterfully woven together the threads of traditional Japanese folklore and European musical sensibilities in the album My Land. Yamada, a native of Fukuoka, Japan, Read more

Nancy Vieira, Gente Review by J. Pepper Nancy Vieira’s latest album, Gente, is a collection of songs brought to life by her dynamic vocals. Each of the fourteen songs is intricately woven with cultural narratives, personal history, and musical exploration. Born Read more

AurallaurA, Exetastes Review by J. Pepper AurallaurA’s album, Exetastes, is a collection of her diverse background and influences and how these elements are reflected in her music. AurallaurA’s rich cultural experiences and proficiency in various musical styles, from jazz to folk, provide Read more

Reginald Policard and Richard Bona, Melancolia Review by J. Pepper As the original instrument, vocals in world music are always a fascinating listen, especially with Reginald Policard and Richard Bona.  Bona is a Cameroon-born Grammy-Winning vocalist and multi-instrumentalist.  Policard is Read more

Abiola, Abiola Time Review by J. Pepper Abiola is a world music vocalist that has been singing, dancing, and acting across four continents. She is a dynamic and exciting entertainer and approaches her musical exploration from a multicultural perspective. Her Read more

Mike Block and Sandeep Das, Where the Soul Never Dies Review   by J. Pepper Cellist Mike Block and tablaist Sandeep Das have come together to create a beautiful tapestry of fourteen sounds that embody the title, Where the Soul Never Read more