Bob Dylan wrote all sort of songs, from political protest songs to statements on life and death. But of course, he wrote some excellent love…
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17/09/2018: “Lamento Del Yacuruna” by Los Wembler’s De Iquitos
Even a couple of years ago, I had no idea of the existence of Peruvian Cumbia music. That shows what a big beautiful world we…
10/09/2018: “Malukayi” by Mbongwana Star featuring Kinono No.1
The Democratic Republic of Congo is usually known around the world for it’s horrific civil wars and blood diamond mining. But in amongst all the…
05/09/2018: “Sisini” by Super Biton De Segou
“Sisini”, or “Siseni”, is a song by the most famous national orchestra of Mali. Similar to the other African orchestras featured on this blog, Le…
05/08/2018: “A Pair Of Brown Eyes” by The Pogues
Many people’s only contact with the music of The Pogues is their Christmas hit with Kirsty MacColl, “A Fairytale In New York”. However, look deeper…