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Willi Williams' Classic Reggae Album 'Messenger Man' Reissued

Published August 26, 2005
The singer best known for his hit 'Armagideon Time,' covered by British punk group the Clash, sees his masterwork reissued by the Blood and Fire label, with eight dub versions added on.

Domenico+2 to Play 1st U.S. Shows

Published August 26, 2005
The popular Brazilian trio (percussionist Domenico Lancelotti, singer/composer Moreno Veloso and producer Alexandre Kassin) will perform in New Jersey and Chicago in September.

Bjork's Swan Dress to Be Auctioned for Charity

Published August 26, 2005
Bjork startled viewers of the 2001 Axademy Awards program by appearing in an oversized swan dress. That fashion item, along with other celebrity duds, will be auctioned on Ebay. Proceeds will benefit the OXFAM relief agency.

Robert Moog, Inventor of the Synthesizer, Dies at 71

Published August 25, 2005
Moog's creation became ubiquitous by the '70s and '80s. Originally championed by progressive rock groups and experimental artists, the synthezier ultimately found its way into virtually every genre of music.

Latin Grammy Nominations Announced

Published August 25, 2005
The Latin Grammy Nominations for 2005 have been announced. The awards will be given to recordings released between April 2004 and March 2005. Read the complete list here.

Classical/Flamenco Guitarist Eric Hansen Pays Homage to the Beatles

Published August 18, 2005
Classic rock goes classical on upcoming release.

Adventure Music Signs Renowned Pianist Jovino Santos Neto

Published August 18, 2005
New CD Slated for Release in Early 2006

Richard Thompson Finds Dual Success with New Album and Film Score

Published August 18, 2005
The veteran British singer-songwriter-guitarist is in the spotlight with Front Parlour Ballads and Grizzly Man Soundtrack

Matisyahu To Play Biggest-Ever Headlining Shows

Published August 18, 2005
Hasidic reggae phenom paying large halls in NYC and L.A.

Bluegrass Fiddle Legend Vassar Clements Dies

Published August 17, 2005
Clements performed with everyone from Bill Monroe to Jerry Garcia

Ethiopian Reggae Duo the Nazarenes to Release Debut Album

Published August 17, 2005
Brothers Medhane and Noah Tewolde are already a sensation in Europe.

Rounder Records to Release Jelly Roll Morton Boxed Set

Published August 17, 2005
The Complete Library Of Congress Recordings is Out on September 27

Parisian Bossa Nova Duo Tom & Joy to Release Antigua

Published August 16, 2005
New CD features Afrobeat Drum Legend Tony Allen

Jazz Guitarist Marc Antoine Releases New CD, Modern Times

Published August 16, 2005
The album incorporates world music elements and features Antonie's first vocal.

Molotov to Release Special CD/DVD Package

Published August 16, 2005
The set will include several bonus tracks.

LATV to Air Performances from Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC)

Published August 17, 2005
Profiled artists  will include Coheed & Cambria, Aterciopelados, Natalia y La Forquetina and more.

Swedish Blues Singer Louise Hoffsten to Release New CD

Published August 15, 2005
From Linköping To Memphis is a collection of original material.

Ibrahim Ferrer, Buena Vista Social Club Singer, Dead at 78

Published August 6, 2005
A late-life success, Ferrer helped re-introduce Cuba's beloved son music to the world.

Ozomatli Releases Live CD and DVD

Published August 1, 2005
First live releases for the multi-cultural band.

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