Reviews
Quinto
Little by little, Antonio Zambujo has been expanding his musical universe up to the point where it doesn't really matter...
Reviewed by GonÇalo Frota in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
El Mar de Mi Ventana
Flamenco guitarist Niño Josele has made some fascinating excursions into jazz, particularly his exploration of pianist Bill Evan’s music on...
Reviewed by Jo Setters in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
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
Cille Bhrìde (Kilbride)
Cille Bhride builds on the huge success of Kathleen Maclnnes’ Ò g-Mhadainn Shamhraidh, and whilst the album doesn’t fully reach...
Reviewed by Billy Rough in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
Solonaïves/Sculptures with GAD
Solo Razafindrakoto (aka Solorazaf) is a guitarist from Madagascar. This album confirms that he is an absolute master. The first...
Reviewed by Martin Sinnock in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
Político
The Mexican Institute of Sound certainly know how to have a knees-up – in the pot of musical treats is...
Reviewed by Ed Stocker in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
Te More
Whirimako Black & Richard Nunns
It’s hard to think of two people more central to the recent resurgence of traditional Maori music than Whirimako Black...
Reviewed by Seth Jordan in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
The Rough Guide to Salsa
This selection by Pablo Yglesias (aka DJ Bongohead) has been tested on the dance floor and is aimed at the...
Reviewed by Daniela Rosselson in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
20
Kate Rusby joined her parents’ ceilidh band while she was still a child so was a seasoned performer when her...
Reviewed by Julian May in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
Agua del Sol
It’s easy to forget Hijos de Agüeybaná are from Puerto Rico. Their sound recalls the percussive rhythms and call-and-response patterns...
Reviewed by Russ Slater in issue: Jan/Feb/2013
