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Musical Road to Womex 2024 – Pankisi Ensemble

Custodians of cultural heritage—this term beautifully encapsulates the essence of Pankisi Ensemble. These all-female group from the scenic Pankisi Gorge are deeply committed to preserving and breathing new life into the lesser-known vocal and instrumental forms of Chechen music. Their performances, ranging from the profound spiritual depths of Sufi chants to the lively stories of “Illi” and the heartfelt strains of traditional love songs, offer a window into a rich musical heritage rarely shared outside their community. Their sound also […]...

Musical Road to Womex 2024: Ensemble Chakâm

Drawing on the classical foundations of Persian, Arabic, and Baroque music, and with performances where intense rhythmic sequences transition into vibrant melodic expressions, Ensemble Chakâm builds something completely new and forward-looking, crafting an original musical universe that is both preserving centuries-old traditions and contemporary. This unique trio, founded in 2014 by Sogol Mirzaei, blends the evocative tones of the tar from Iran, the elegant melodies of Christine Zayed‘s qanun from Palestine, and the rich sounds of Marie-Suzanne de Loye‘s viola […]...

Interview: Q&A with Carmen Souza – “We Must Reflect on Our History and Look Forward” (October 2024)

When an album like Port’Inglês arrives, it’s more than just new music—it invites a deeper exploration into its inspirations and meanings. Make no mistake; Carmen Souza‘s latest offering is as engaging and danceable as her music has always been, filled with appealing and sinuous melodies, and body-shaking Afro-Luso rhythms. But beneath that resonant, jazzy surface, the London-based Cape Verdean artist channels her rich heritage and first-hand life experiences into a compelling work. Released just a month ago, Port’Inglês is a […]...

Interview: Defmaa Maadef – Queens of the Senegal Beats (September 2024)

Sometimes, the sheer force of a performance can hypnotise an audience. The onstage energy hits onlookers squarely in the chest, putting them in danger of being completely blown away. The ferocity of Defmaa Maadef’s live show surges with currents of defiance and vibrates wildly in its freedom. In WOMAD’s d&b Soundscape, facing sound issues that would leave most artists weeping or cursing, the Senegalese duo bring their full power, launching into quick-flow a cappella raps without missing a beat when […]...

Musical Road to Womex 2024 – Sara Curruchich

We are grateful to WOMEX and its 7 Samurai for their impeccable line-up selection, giving us the chance to highlight a unique and powerful voice, that of Sara Curruchich. In just a few weeks, she will indeed showcase her blend of rock, folk, and traditional Mayan Kaqchikel music in Manchester at the Worldwide Music Expo, reflecting her deep-rooted bond with her heritage and her community’s enduring spirit of resistance. Sara Curruchich stands as the first Indigenous Guatemalan artist to perform […]...
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