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World News
Andy Palacio 1960-2008
Andy Palacio died January 19. He was 47. He spoke passionately on behalf of the Garifuna people of Central America, intent on preserving its culture.
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World News
Mikey Dread (1954-2008)
Renowned reggae performer and radio broadcaster Mikey Dread passed away on March 15, 2008 after a long illness.
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World News
Seu Jorge Returns To The Big Screen
Singer-actor Seu Jorge will return to the big screen this summer in The Escapist, alongside Brian Cox, Joseph Fiennes and Liam Cunningham.
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Greater Latin America
Pacifika
Asuncion Six Degrees
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World News
Nomo Album Out June 17
Band excited by its big step forward sonically and its upcoming tour.
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Middle East & North Africa
Amos Hoffman
Evolution Razdaz/Sunnyside
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World News
Nelson Mandela Turns 90
Some of music's biggest names will join forces on June 27 to honor the great Nelson Mandela and his 90th birthday.
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World Fusion
Jason Miles & DJ Logic
Global Noize Shanachie
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World News
Afropop Worldwide To Be Broadcast Six Nights A Week On Radio New York 91.5 FM
From Monday through Saturday at 11 p.m., Afropop Worldwide will be broadcast on Radio New York station 91.5 FM. The program will be hosted by Georges Collinet, and will celebrate the music and stories of cultures from around the globe.
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Spotlight
Pouya Mahmoodi
Iranian singer and guitarist Pouya Mahmoodi draws inspiration from such hard rock icons as Led Zeppelin and Deep Purple—a daring break from tradition.
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Spotlight
Noa Babayof
A great leap of faith marks the collaboration of Israeli singer-songwriter Noa Babayof and Philly-based producer Greg Weeks on her upcoming U.S. debut.
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World News
Joe's Pub Announces Its 10th Anniversary Celebration
New York City nightclub Joe’s Pub will celebrate its 10th anniversary with over 300 musical and theatrical performances, including a presentation of the rock musical, Hair, directed by Diane Paulus, as well as director Sam Shepard’s Kicking a Dead Horse.
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World News
Los Tigres Del Norte Set To Tour The U.S.
Known as the godfathers of norteno music, Los Tigres Del Norte are set to follow up the release of their new album and recent Grammy win with a nationwide tour of the U.S.
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World News
Womex Makes Initial Announcement Of Showcase Lineup
The World Music Expo has announced their lineup of artists who will showcase the WOMEX 08 event.
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World Music Features
Sa Dingding
As China’s newest pop princess, Sa Dingding has taken some unusual steps to success, turning to her Buddhist spirituality and family heritage for inspiration.
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