Will Yeoman -
Mar 21, 2013
Savall unites musicians in a multicultural plea for world peace.
Melissa Lesnie -
Mar 13, 2012
Oud vibrations: Joseph Tawadros teams up with the ACO.
Adrian Jackson -
Apr 27, 2011
A superior blend: Crossing Roper Bar is a fascinating collaboration.
Michael Rofe -
Apr 27, 2011
Powerful collection of the Nigerian Afrobeat legend's greatest hits.
Lynden Barber -
Apr 12, 2011
This mixed Cuban choir really packs a punch.
Michael Rofe -
Apr 12, 2011
Move over Mariza: this soulful young fadista sings directly from her heart.
Michael Rofe -
Mar 29, 2011
Rollicking Rajasthani hits: traditional tunes from the Dhoad Gypsies.
Lynden Barber -
Jan 19, 2011
The All-Stars’ reggae version of
Dark Side of the Moon was an
inspired idea, realised with wit
and authenticity.
Seth Jordan -
Jan 12, 2011
A live set from enchanting East African vocalist.
Michael Rofe -
Jan 12, 2011
Over almost 40 years, German musician Stephan Micus has created 20 discs of intimate and reflective beauty.
Lynden Barber -
Jan 12, 2011
This 2007 collaboration between Tunisian-born, European-based oud player and vocalist Youssef and Austrian guitarist Muthspiel reflects a trend towards placing the middle eastern’s favourite stringed instrument in jazz settings.
Seth Jordan -
Jan 12, 2011
As a composer for documentaries and theatre, Sydney musician Nicolette Boaz is used to adapting various styles for a common purpose.
Michael Rofe -
Jan 12, 2011
Souad Massi’s fourth studio disc in a decade shows a greater variety of styles, while still keeping strong her message of protest for political and social freedom in her native Algeria, particularly the struggle for women’s rights.
Seth Jordan -
Jan 12, 2011
Sydney-based singer-songwriter Miriam Lieberman has a special interest in West Africa.
Michael Rofe -
Jan 12, 2011
On a concert stage, Femi Kuti is one of the most exciting acts in the world.
Lynden Barber -
Jan 12, 2011
A solid pop album – but is this world music?
Michael Rofe -
Jan 4, 2011
Intended as a tribute to celebrate 50 years of independence of 16 mostly Francophone African states, this specially priced four-disc box set of 50 songs by 50 different artists represents only the proverbial tip of the iceberg of African music – but is still a great slice of African music of the last five decades.
Lynden Barber -
Jan 4, 2011
Listening to these contemporary
interpretations of French chanson
it’s hard to believe the woman
responsible comes from Victoria.
Lynden Barber -
Jan 4, 2011
The joy of this album is not just
that it’s a superior example of Irish
folk music, but that it’s also highly
original.
Seth Jordan -
Jan 4, 2011
The 72-year-old ethnomusicologist
Lloyd Miller has always been
a musical eccentric.
