Most readers of this blog probably know that Natacha Atlas is one of TravelTracks’ favorites. Her music is all about fusion–very appropriate for someone with her Egyptian/English/Belgian background. Check out these clips of her–“Mon Amie La Rose” is particularly captivating. The first three are music videos, and the last is film of a live performance. Enjoy […]
Natacha Atlas
Big Blue Ball
Big Blue Ball, a new compilation album from Real World Records, is a doozie, packed full of diverse world music treats. It’s the result of week-long musical collaborations in Wiltshire, England, over three summers–with performers gathered from all over our big blue ball. The result is a cream-of-the-world-crop collection. Here are a few (of many) […]
Arabian Fusion
Putumayo —the standard-bearer for world music compilation albums—comes up with a winner on Arabic Groove. Nearly every song is a stand-out, with irresistible Middle Eastern dance beats melding with a variety of styles and instruments from around the world. Mega pop star Amr Diab incorporates flamenco guitar and rhythmic hand-clapping on “Amarain,” track four. The […]