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Portico Quartet's double LP Live/Remix will be the second featured album in the monthly series.
Fri, 11 October 19
Estrella Morente
The gifted cantaora Estrella Morente belongs to one of Spain's true flamenco dynasties. She was born in Las Gabias, in the province of Granada, to Andalusian music legend Enrique Morente and dancer Aurora Carbonell.
Her uncles are guitarist Antonio Carbonell and cantaor José Carbonell, and her grandfather is the legendary guitarist Montoyita.
Her descent from this illustrious flamenco family has influenced her musical upbringing completely. She has been immersed and has artistically matured in the rich, traditional world of flamenco from a very early age.
Releases
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My Songs & A Poem
The long-awaited debut album by Cantaora Estrella Morente comprises traditional songs adapted by her legendary father, Enrique Morente, and features some of the best musicians Spain has to offer.
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Gifted: Women of the World
Various Artists
This album brings together nine extraordinary female singers from around the globe to celebrate and explore the themes of women’s experience – from the contemporary day-to-day to that of the all-powerful goddess. From different cultures, in different languages and with their own individual spirituality and sensuality, these singers have each created a unique and beautiful statement.
Further reading
Les Amazones d’Afrique announce new album ‘Amazones Power’
The long-awaited follow up to their 2017 critically-acclaimed debut is out on 24 January 2020.
Fri, 08 November 19
9Bach on keeping the Welsh folk music alive, fresh and evolving
9Bach reflect on 10 years as a band, and adapting Welsh folk music on their debut album.
Wed, 14 August 19
7 East African artists performing at this year’s Ongala Music Festival
Named after the late Remmy Ongala, the event showcases exciting new East African talent.
Fri, 09 August 19