“Fela is the one African figure who’s story resonates with modern American hiphop culture.” As we celebrate the 85th birthday...
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With just over ten days until the 2023 Womex edition, more than 2600 music professionals, including over 260 musicians and...
A bridge connecting musical eras and traditions, as well as a gateway between artistic and cultural perspectives, we challenge you...
In the world music world, every encounter has the potential to inspire. One such moment happened to us a little...
Rhythm Passport holders, welcome to another episode of Rebel Passport, our podcast series dedicated to showcasing exceptional talent from the...
Dakh Daughters are a phenomenon. A pin-drop WOMAD audience gawped as the seven sisters set their freak cabaret in motion....
The spirit of their hometown, São Paulo, comes alive when Bixiga 70 performs their exuberant style of Brazilian dirty funk...
We have to admit, we’ve been a bit lax about featuring DJs and producers in our Musical Road to Womex section....
When you witness Rumbo Tumba performing live on stage, juggling and manoeuvring between instruments of the Latin American tradition, a...
Our Musical Road to Womex continues on its rhythmic path, having previously touched Armenia, Venezuela, Estonia, and Réunion, and now...
In a world where politics, diplomacy, and institutions often fall short, music emerges as the true catalyst for change. We...