Reviews
Global Griot
Eric Bibb knows what he's doing by now. He's released about 40 albums, give or take, and netted a bunch...
Reviewed by Jim Hickson in issue: Jan/Feb/2019
The Magical Voice From Mongolia
This compilation from three previous releases and a selection of recent live recordings showcases the intimate reflective singing of Urna,...
Reviewed by Michael Ormiston in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
Old World Tangos Vol 4: Istanbul Tango (1927-1953)
These fascinating Old World Tango collections explore various European and Oriental incarnations of the Argentinian form that spread outwards from...
Reviewed by Simon Broughton in issue: Apr/May/2013
This World Oft Can Be
The second full-length album by Boston-based Della Mae demonstrates that the all-female quintet are presently in a sweet spot, one...
Reviewed by Doug Deloach in issue: Nov/Dec/2013
El Último Trago
Spanish diva Buika is used to collaboration: the raspy–voiced nuevo flamenco singer once recorded Balearic beats singles with techno producers...
Reviewed by Jane Cornwell in issue: Jan/Feb/2010
Beyond Istanbul II: Urban Sounds of Turkey
Ipek Ipekçiolu has done it again. Her well-programmed selection leads the listener through a dreamy path of discovery, with fun...
Reviewed by Francesco Martinelli in issue: March/2010
Dance
If ever a band were overdue a lifetime achievement award it is Blowzabella. Not only have they written a stack...
Reviewed by Andrew Letcher in issue: October/2010
Pickin’-n-Chckin’
Gordie MacKeeman and his Rhythm Boys
In most cases, the borders between the band’s Prince Edward Island homeland and the rest of North America aren’t apparent...
Reviewed by Jeff Kaliss in issue: Nov/Dec/2013
Stafnbúi
Steindór Andersen & Hilmar Örn Hilmarsson
In recent years the Icelandic singer (and fisherman) Steindór Andersen has revived the art of rímur singing, performing these ancient...
Reviewed by Simon Broughton in issue: July/2015
