Aterciopelados: Always Committed to Music, Mature but Rebellious (Interview)
That shock that caused the “alterlatino” movement in the mid-90s wouldn’t be the same without Aterciopelados. Originally from Colombia, they were part of a generation of Latin American artists who emerged with
W PRESENTS Expands to Latin America: Live Music Experiences Curated by W Hotels
The evening couldn’t be more idyllic. A garden pool in a tropical paradise, surrounded by lush vegetation and warm waters, completes this idea of an immersive soundscape. Of course, all this has
If You Love Global Groove, You’ll Love These Artists
NAFTA Formed in Buenos Aires in 2016, NAFTA became the flagship of Argentine neo-soul. Led by Magamo, an alias derived from Matías García Molinari, this super band is inspired by urban music
The Shankar Legacy: Fusion and Expansion of Indian Music
The Beatles’ legendary trip to India in 1968 left its mark on the history of popular music. They were the most successful band on the planet, but they were no longer playing
January Releases You May Have Missed
January is a month for new beginnings and these releases kicking of 2024 did not disappoint. From an album we’ve been waiting for a decade to singles that announce upcoming musical revelations,
The New Outbreak of Turkish Psychedelic Rock
Spanning the entire lower Black Sea coast, Turkey extends from Eastern Europe to Western Asia. Due to its geography, the country has always been a point of crossing, a unique territory where
Releases We’re Looking Forward to in Early 2024
As 2023 comes to a close, we can’t help but look forward to what’s to come next year. New music is on the horizon, here are some album releases we’re excited about
The Legacy of Morricone’s Spaghetti Western
An unrivaled and all-round film composer, orchestrator and conductor, Ennio Morricone is responsible for some of the best soundtracks ever. Originally from Rome, Italy, he wrote music for movies, of all kinds.
8 Genre-Fusing Artists to Add to Your Playlist
Music is a bit like cooking: sensations are renewed with fusion. Every trip also involves some crossing. For centuries, people and rhythms have migrated to mix with local expressions and give life
The New Wonders of Nigerian Afropop
Something new is always buzzing in Nigeria. We’ve been witnessing the growth of its burgeoning pop music scene for some time now. It’s not new to see some of its artists leading
