Totó la Momposina (1940-2026)
Colombia has lost a great cultural icon, Totó la Momposina, who leaves behind a huge musical legacy...
Wed, 20 May 26
Sauti Ya Mama (live at Real World Studios)
The Zawose Queens
The Zawose Queens from Tanzania record a live session at our studios ahead of their performance at WOMAD Charlton Park. Their debut album Maisha was released in 2024 on Real World Records.
Pendo Zawose – vocals, Ilimba
Leah Zawose – vocals, Ilimba, percussion
Ben Brown – drums
Alessandro Ionna – keyboards
Oli Barton Wood – synths
Tom Excell – guitar
Saidi Salum Jumaine – percussion
Filmed and edited by York Tillyer
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Maisha (Official Video)
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Maisha (live at Real World Studios)
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Kusekala Kwanyungu (live at Real World Studios)
Further reading
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Legendary Congolese collective Konono Nº1 return with their first new release in nearly a decade.
Fri, 15 May 26
Track of the day: ‘Dub Conquers All’ by Dub Colossus
This song carries an uplifting message of positivity, unity, joy and hope.
Fri, 13 February 26
Swaken Lyrics
Bab L' Bluz second album, Swaken, released in May 2024. These are the song lyrics in English, French...
Wed, 08 May 24