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WOMAD 2015: Mbongwana Star

On July 19, 2015 by Tim Newman

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WOMAD 2015 is fast approaching. I’ve taken a little time to listen to the wealth of musicians who are set to be playing this year’s event. As ever, I have heard of very few...

Hailu Mergia: Another African Musical Gem

On May 14, 2014 by Danielle Nightingale

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In response to Mr. Lazerhorse’s bigging up of William Onyeabor, I thought I’d give a few props to my own fave African musician who has also made it from the continent’s rich musical...

A Couple Of Sunshine African Dance and Drum Videos

On August 10, 2013 by Tim Newman

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If you’ve got a bit of a sore head this morning. Here’s a couple of musical African videos that will force you to crack a smile through the clouds in your brain. I...

Malawi Mouse Boys: From Dusty Roads To A Giant Stage

On July 29, 2013 by Tim Newman

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Gracing the stage with their presence this weekend at WOMAD were eight unlikely boys that perform under the name Malawi Mouse Boys. They hail from Malawi as the name suggests, and in their...