From one of the best-kept secrets to a good-and-proper institution of the London multicultural music scene, as far as their sound, Lokkhi Terra have grown into a stand-out embodiment of what cross-cultural collaborations can create, nurture and let flourish. The collective, led by Bangladeshi-born British pianist, composer and producer Kishon Khan, epitomize...
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The second part of October will bring the seventh edition of The London Latin Jazz Fest, and we can’t fail to include it in our Gig Guide. Ed Motta, Emeris Solis, and Claudia Aurora are only a few of the many remarkable names enriching a quality programme. But we wanted...
The fluidity of heart pours from Yelfris Valdés when he plays trumpet. Valdés can drench you in feelings through the highs and lows of his solos. He moved from Cuba to London five years ago and became integrated into the local jazz and Latin scene seamlessly. Having performed with such...
On 8th October, Union Chapel will be hosting the multi-talented duo, Richard Bona and Alfredo Rodriguez. In their debut UK performance, Cameroonian bassist Richard Bona will carry on his inspired Cuban exploration (note his band, Mandekan Cubano) by fusing styles with the one-of-a-kind Cuban pianist Alfredo Rodriguez. The two musicians are...
At times, we are the first to lose track of how many exciting music events happen in London each month, so we have decided to offer you some sort of “public musical service”, meant for all the locals and passers-by, with the aim of suggesting where to listen to some...
Preview of the album: Tracklist: 1. The Garifuna Collective – Wiya Waist [from Aban; Stonetree Music] 00:00 – 03:12 2. Sangit feat. Kadi Coulibaly – Ma Mamuso [from Ma Mamuso; Cumbancha] 03:13 – 06:38 3. Nahawa Doumbia – Nianimanjougou [from La Grande Cantatrice Malienne Vol 1; Awesome Tapes from Africa]...
If you were to introduce someone to the highlights of African music, your best bet would be to begin with Orchestra Baobab. Fusing African and Cuban jazz with strong elements of Congolese rhumba, Orchestra Baobab quickly rose to fame in the 70s and continued the spell-binding grip on their fans,...
Every month, we bring you a monthly collection of the best world music-related videos. That’s our way to give value to too often overlooked, rich and diverse artistic expressions. Listen with your eyes! Watch the full playlist:
Preview of the album: Track List: 1. Newen Afrobeat– Chaltumay [from Curiche] 00:00 – 05:53 2. Bukky Leo & the Black Egypt – His Dilemma [from Anarchy in the U.K.; Drift Recordings & Super Culture] 05:54 – 11:13 3. Afrolicious – World of Possibilities [from Love Shall Remain] 11:14...
![Album Review: Ariwo – Quasi [MANANA Records; May 2019]](http://www.rhythmpassport.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/ariwo-quasi-cover-335x335.jpg)
A four piece, Ariwo is made up of: Hammadi Valdes from Cuba on percussion; Oreste Noda; Canadian Jay Phelps (a renowned trumpeter who has played with Hugh Masekela, Wynton Marsalis and Soweto Kinch, among others); and Iranian-born composer/producer Pouya Ehsaei. They specialise in bringing traditional rhythms together into a modern...
