The Almighty Groove offers Colombian rhythms and African roots on debut EP Frère d’Afrique
The Almighty Groove is the new production imprint of long-time musical adventurer, John Hollis.
Fri, 15 November 24
Hear Syriana discuss the ‘Ipiros EP’ on Paradigms
Earlier in the year Syriana released the 'Ipiros EP', a collection of remixes of the track 'Ipiros', which though originally recorded for 'The Road to Damascus' album had only previously been available as part of the 'A Life in Film' vinyl.
100% of profits from sales of this new EP go towards International Rescue: Greece.
Hear the instigators of Syriana – Nick ‘Dubulah’ Page and Bernard O’Neill talk more about the ‘Ipiros EP’ and why they wanted to release it now in this US radio interview with Paradigms.
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Algeria, Ireland, Jordan, United Kingdom, Palestine
Syriana, then, is more than just a band. It's a concept. An attitude. A perspective. A place where themes of tolerance, liberty and hope come wrapped in Arabic rhythms and played through a Western filter.
Further reading
Real World Records to release ‘lost album’ by the late Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
Discovered in the label's archives, the album captures the singer at the height of his vocal powers.
Wed, 19 June 24
Swaken Lyrics
Bab L' Bluz second album, Swaken, released in May 2024. These are the song lyrics in English, French...
Wed, 08 May 24
Track of the day: ‘IWAIWA FUNK’ by Bab L’ Bluz
French-Moroccan power quartet Bab L' Bluz, release the third track from their album Swaken.
Fri, 05 April 24