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1040 are the days that have passed since the group took their first flight to Mexico 3 years ago until the album’s release date. An album full of stories and multicultural musical nuances that intertwine with different interludes, connecting the listener to this musical journey. At the core of the album, within the stylistic spectrum that La Sra. Tomasa unfolds in 1040, we find a nucleus of their signature sounds.

UbuntuFM World Radio Music from all over the world. Music from the 60's up to this decade. Musician's music. Follow us, share our Spotify playlist.

While the law of attraction lacks scientific evidence for its claims and is generally viewed as a pseudoscience, if there is such a thing as the law of attraction, then one of its traits must be the attraction to good music. At least, that would explain how we were drawn in by Mike Casey’s "Law Of Attraction". Casey's sax shines like a fiery torch in the darkness on every track.

The recently-released sophomore album Tempestuoso (Lulaworld Records), from Toronto group Tio Chorinho, is 10 tracks of new and classic Brazilian choro music, bursting with spirit and soul, and featuring a tour de force appearance by powerhouse vocalist Flavia Nascimento.

Northside KUISi is a concept album narrated by news reporters from a distant future who speak an ancient, futuristic creole language made up of Lengua-Palenkera, Anishinaabemowin, Spanish and English. It’s a carefully-woven song cycle of 12 songs with an extra seven hidden compositions. Prophetic words from the future.

Brazilian Hip Hop, with a golden-era glint and a 20-strong cast is given fresh impetus on Ela Partiu, 24 year old rapper Laiz’s breakout recording on Agogo Records. Brazilian rapper Laíz & The New Love Experience releases a remarkably self-assured debut combining tropicalia and samba with her languid flow to produce a lively modern Latin American take on Hip-Hop.

Sandy Bell’s debut solo album was born out of heart-wrenching grief, after losing her only son Colin Bell in a tragic train accident. While Bell has sung and written music for much of her life. She kept her own dream alive to someday release a solo album. It took retiring and moving to Nova Scotia for Bell to finally do it, at age 63 – even though this was never the album she imagined recording.

Renowned producer ​Wax Tailor has released his album ​The Shadow Of Their Suns on the 8th of January 2021 via ​Lab'oratoire. ​With 6 studio albums and more than 800 concerts in 60 countries and numerous awards, ​Wax Tailor is recognized as one of the main ambassadors of the electro-hip hop international scene. A must-see and hear for any serious music aficionado.

Coming from the Moroccan desert, the smell of the souk impregnated in their sandy clothes, Abdul & The Gang unleash irrepressible Beldi rhythms and unbreathable Funk grooves. The Roland E-40 Oriental synthesizer and its 1/4 tone as a weapon of choice, it is with an injunction to dance that the Gang steals the dance-floor. Deep in the groove, like a trance that slowly releases its power, a heritage from the desert.

The Rolling Stones have made a record you’ll want to play more than once — seriously. They haven't sounded this on top of their game in about half a century. The first Stones album in ages you’ll want to crank more than once before filing away.

Philosophical tales, poetic observations, light- hearted love stories are told in French, Spanish or Wolof, a West-African native language. Beneath El Gato Negro's perpetually cheerful mask, a hitherto hidden melancholy is now on full display with his new opus, "Tigre Qui Pleure". French melancholy laced with an unbreakable African spirit

'Fantastic Freeriding – The Journey Continues,' the latest label compilation showcases the vibrant tapestry of the current artist collective. This compilation is a must-have for any music lover who appreciates cutting-edge artistry and boundary-pushing creativity. Bravo to all involved in creating such an exceptional musical journey!

With blues / rock influences, such as Patti Smith and Janis Joplin, this album is also inspired by the 20+ year marriage with her partner and, in some tracks, she brings to life this love that made ​​her fight against death. Norine has a distinctive voice, probably grown from roots, inspired by what she listened to, but the lyrics are sweet and melodic.

Get ready to journey through time with our 24/7 non-stop music streaming. We don't just play the hits, but offer a curated selection of full albums from the early beginnings of Reggae to the present day. For all the lovers of Reggae Music. Music from the 60s up to this day. With a touch of Urban.

The harmonious presentation of various kinds of top-notch Urban and Hip-Hop music makes UbuntuFM Hip-Hop the radio to fall in love with. There are lots to talk about the style, musical approach, and other elements related to Hip-Hop hits music and UbuntuFM Hip-Hop just brings those great songs to their listeners in a very engaging manner.

UbuntuFM Dance Radio takes you on a sonic adventure, from the roots of modern dance music in the 80's to the cutting-edge EDM releases of today. We believe in showcasing the full spectrum of dance music, celebrating its rich history and honouring the influencers who shaped the genre. Let us entertain you and make you move.

Immerse yourself in the soulful world of Jazz, where the rich history and vibrant sounds of this genre come alive! Experience the evolution of Jazz, from its humble beginnings to the cutting-edge releases of today. UbuntuFM Jazz Radio takes you on an incredible musical odyssey that spans generations. Jazz music has stood the test of time, captivating generations with its unique blend of improvisation and expression. At UbuntuFM Jazz, we celebrate this timeless genre and ensure that it remains alive and vibrant for all who appreciate its beauty.

Soul is a music genre. Soul is also a condition of the heart and a state of mind. Soul that transcends boundaries and speaks to your heart and mind. From the origins of the genre up to today's newest releases. UbuntuFM Soul is not just another internet radio station. We are here to bring you the true essence of Soul music - a genre that goes beyond melodies, rhythms, and lyrics. We bring you the full spectrum of what Soul music truly means - from its humble origins to the cutting-edge releases of today.

UbuntuFM International presents a popular mix of Pop, Rock, Rnb, Afro, HipHop and Dance music with contributions from all over the world. More mainstream oriented, UbuntuFM Radio International proudly present a diverse range of global music that transcends boundaries. There's something for every music lover out there.

UbuntuFM Latin Radio is a vibrant tapestry of Latin music that spans across genres and time periods. From the rhythmic beats of salsa to the soulful tunes of bolero, this radio station offers a broad spectrum of Latin sounds that will transport you to the heart and soul of Latin America, The Caribbean and Africa.

On this episode of The Lovecast, we devote our global-sonic Schizophonic selections toward the goal of calling back Sister Sun. It's a Lovecast Solstice Celebration to help you push through the darkness and conjure up the beautiful radiance of our solar savior. It is also the 150th broadcast of the show on UbuntuFM World Radio!

This eclectic indie album from All This Huxley shows off the band's considerable talent for pairing their erudite, dystopian lyrics with majestic guitars and insistent riffs, drawing inspiration from the likes of Modest Mouse, Tom Waits, Warren Zevon, The Districts, and old Wilco.

Liam Pek's Keep On Keeping On truly embodies the spirit of creativity and versatility. With each performance, Liam takes the audience on a captivating journey through various genres, seamlessly blending influences from blues, Latin, 70s pop, and jazz. His repertoire is not only diverse but also remarkably coherent, showcasing his ability to fearlessly explore new musical territories.

"Small Club, 2nd Show That Night" is probably the most famous Prince bootleg as it captures one of the many after-shows Prince performed throughout the years. Many of these gigs have been recorded but none in such pristine sound quality. The listener gets to experience the performance as much as the audience did at that moment in time. It's a piece of music history...

Mukambo and NYP Records unite again for the third volume of the Global Afrobeat Movement compilation. This initiative by Belgian DJ and music journalist Benjamin Tollet aka Mukambo aims to focus on up-and-coming Afrobeat bands from the four corners of the world, as the Afrobeat revival has been expanding globally since the beginning of the 21st century.

This rendition features a mix of the classic 'Bongo Man' track (Jimmy Cliff, Give Thankx, LP, 1978) with another Reggae classic, 'Rivers of Babylon', originating from The Melodians in 1970 and made popular by Boney M in a Disco cover.

"To dance is to pray, to pray is to heal, to heal is to give, to give is to live, to live is to dance". -Marijo Moore

"Dreamscape" is a virtual album, a compilation of well-known and lesser-known material that spans 40+ years of Steve Miller's career.

It is amazing what gets done when time is on your side. A global release. The beat, that relentless pulse, pop tunes have their place but a down to the bone popping chill, rocks our house.

The Staples Jr. Singers were part of a vanguard of soul gospel artists in the 1970s that broke from tradition to testify with the groove. When they wrote these songs they had one question on their minds: "When Do We Get Paid?“ It was their anthem at a time in their career when they weren’t sure they were being recognised for their talent, and certainly not compensated.

“Rock Me Baby” is a long-distance love song Lily co-wrote with Jesse Singer and Chris Soper during the tracking of her 2019 LP, Retro-Moderne. It might be the only song with that title that doesn't actually "rock." Instead, it finds Frost cooing sweet nothings into her lover's ear with a gentle sigh, breathy vocals.

Don't sleep 'til the sunrise, listen 2 the falling rain Don't worry 'bout tomorrow, don't worry 'bout your pain Don't cry unless you're happy, don't smile unless you're blue Never let that lonely monster take control of U

'Life Without You' was a song Stevie wrote after the untimely death of his great friend and mentor Charley Wirz. In the lyrics, Stevie shows his love for Charley and how much he truly missed him. It's the last track on 'Soul to Soul', the third studio album Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble released on September 30, 1985, by Epic Records.

Have you ever been so lonely, that you felt like you were the only one in this world? Have you ever wanted to play with someone so much, you'd take anyone boy or girl?

"Twang-Ucopia" (Balanced Diet) is the debut release of New Copasetics, a quartet of veteran players with ridiculous credits and a curated playlist of originals and select covers from seminal artists such as Rockpile (Nick Lowe & Dave Edmunds), Ry Cooder, Delbert McClinton, Gary Nicholson, Little Feat, Don Covay, The Simms Twins, Commander Cody & His Lost Planet Airmen, Manual Galban and L. D. Armstrong.

Cynthia Thijs Coenraad's album "Walk Your Own Line" is powerful and inspiring! With tracks like "Stand Up For Your Rights," "Open Your Arms," and "We Still Believe in You," Cynthia showcases her incredible talent as a jazz vocalist. With uplifting melodies that open your arms and embrace your spirit, this album is a true gem.

Singer, exhibition curator, curator of the 4th volume of Wizzz! French Psychorama 1966-1974, Barnabé Mons is an artist with an atypical career. He first rose to prominence in the rock scene in garage rock bands. He releases his first solo album Bunker Superstars. He unveils very personal compositions, neo-retro pop, retro-futurist, from pop, psychedelia, punk, bossa nova and groove.

In Sitka, Alaska, musician, and artist Nicholas Galanin creates music as Ya Tseen. Imbued in his new record, and across all of his creative output, is a conscious effort to shift the narrative away from painful histories of Indigenous peoples. "Indian Yard" humanizes Indigenous experience in the world in a society that has historically dehumanized us.

Award-winning Toronto-based Americana singer-songwriter Julian Taylor released his latest album, The Ridge, via Howling Turtle, Inc., on June 19, 2020. Taylor decided to release the album in the hope that his songs might bring joy to listeners in troubled times. “I hope people can find solace in this music,” offers Taylor. “It’s meant to draw you in and really touch your heart.”

"Understand What Black Is" by The Last Poets is an album that matters - not just musically, but as a record of the times we're living in. The Last Poets are weathervanes, warning of the future and past sins in poems that are indivisible from the rhythms they are voiced on.

Benjamin “Scatman” Crothers’ career spanned more than six decades, during which he worked as a drummer, guitarist, and vocalist as well as appearing in over 50 films, perhaps most famously Stanley Kubrick’s The Shining, by the late 1970s, when these tracks were recorded. This release is an hommage as well as a collage of his talent.

L'heure d'ailleurs was born as a little sailboat, drifting from one island to another, from one continent to another, from one culture to another. It's a vessel, drifting without a compass wherever the wind blows, without frontiers, without boundaries, prejudice or religious confession. So is the music presented in a 1-hour show on UbuntuFM World Radio. Every THURSDAY 10PM CET (11PM EST)

L.A.B return with their new album, L.A.B V, their fifth in five years. Following on from a string of albums & singles that have reached number one at home in New Zealand, L.A.B V features a band continuing to experiment with genres, while staying true to the L.A.B sound. The album sees the band combining their eclectic sound into a compelling journey that moves across reggae, soul, funk & blues.

Another awesome Global Riddims selection of global grooves from the 4 corners of the world mixing #AfroBeat #AfroJazz #GlobalFunk #LatinBeats. The album takes you on a virtual world trip from Réunion and Accra to Bogota, Istanbul and beyond.

Long time dub explorer Mike Paprocki, known to his followers as Echopilot, takes us on a feverish journey into the heart of Africa with his powerful refresh of 1970’s dance music gleaned mostly from both the west and the east of the continent. The Victoria based sonic aviator touching down in countries such as Mali, Kenya, and Nigeria to rework some incredibly melodic and propulsive sounds.

Dig This Way Records has captured this unique sound on "Best of Jicco Funk Volume 1", a door to a world of music that is high grade in quality, diverse, and open to interpretation even if the selected tracks are all from the same record label. One's questions might include: When did they start? Why did they start? Who was behind it? Where did the artists come from? Listen and learn...

Former lead singer of the rock group "Yes" shares the stage with the 112-member Cleveland Contemporary Youth Orchestra and 60-member student chorus in a mesmerizing performance that exudes joy and energy. In this once-in-a-lifetime and inspiring performance, Jon Anderson and the youth orchestra play songs by "Yes" and "Jon & Vangelis". Shot Live in Cleveland at the famed Severance Hall Auditorium.

In a day and age where too much R&B is nothing but about the grind, the Austria-based duo Elis Noa comes with a refreshing release. Art being an expression of thoughts and feelings that we would argue should go further than knee-deep, this album delivers on that. Romantic, atmospheric, authentic, and well-crafted. Polished but not glossy. Just a few keywords to get your heart and mind going.

SPRING - the debut album from the Artur Tuźnik Sextet - takes listeners on an engaging, reflective journey through sounds, sensations and seasons in a program featuring new music that pays homage to the bandleader and composer’s greatest inspirations. The musical voices of the carefully chosen contributing instrumentalists bring nine original tunes to life in a production that’s intimate, spiritual, and offers something for audiences of all backgrounds.

Daisy Chepchichir Ruto aka Amara Tari, is a Kenyan Singer, Songwriter, Actor and Model. Her latest single 'HOME' is a song about loss and self-discovery, the journey and internal struggle everyone faces, and also the feeling only you can feel when you finally make it through.

Formed back in the heady days of 1987 at the start of the ‘acieed’ explosion, by Eddie Piller and Gilles Peterson, Acid Jazz was the first of the groundbreaking new indie labels and paved the way for the likes of Mo Wax, Wall Of Sound and Talkin’ Loud

'Cortez the Killer' is a song by Neil Young from his 1975 album, "Zuma". It was recorded with Young's band Crazy Horse. It has ranked #39 on Guitar World's 100 Greatest Guitar Solos and #329 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time. The song re-appeared in a live rendition on "Weld" (1991). This article discusses an alternate view on this classic track.

One of the greatest stars of the rock & roll era, David Bowie evaded easy categorisation throughout his career, operating as the artiest rocker within the mainstream and the most accessible musician on the fringe. His career was marked by reinvention and visual presentation, and his music and stagecraft had a significant impact on popular music.

Christina Dahl is one of Denmark's most original and respected saxophone players. Her playing and her compositions are based on fearless courage and deep care for the music. So do  Simon Toldam and Peter Bruun that accompanied her on this journey. Honesty, sincerity, purity, and integrity come to mind when we listen to the album and reflect thereof on our own state of being and that of the world.

NUSANTARAFRIKA takes us on a psychedelic guitar journey around the world, traversing yet more strange and exotic territory in a quest for musical enlightenment.

Sophie Lukacs’ debut single "Falling" is a hypnotic tune, backed by the guitar, the kora – and its fellow Malian instruments the calabash, five-string ngoni bass, and its three-string cousin, the djeli-ngoni – "Falling" features Lukacs' incantatory, almost spoken-word vocals

Fernweh, a German word for 'wanderlust' that means specifically to be homesick for a place you've never been, is the perfect name for Marbin's 12th album, which focuses exclusively on jazz standards.

Band of Gypsys is a live album and Jimi's first without the Experience. Recorded at Fillmore East NYC - dec 31 - jan 2, 1970 with a new line-up of musicians.

Julye Blom’s powerful soul voice resonates profoundly while groovy bass, syncopated drums and crisp guitar with peals of Hammond organ and horns lay down the deeply funky tunes. The song embraces the spirit and heart in music blurring the lines between eras of sound. You can feel the pure emotion put into this single - combination of misty eyed nostalgia and the infinite power of love.

Over three years in the making, ZIK ZAK is an African musical odyssey, featuring some of the freshest talents from nine countries on the mother continent. Tying this remarkable range of artists together are German production team ANCIENT ASTRONAUTS, weaving the vocal talents of the African singers into their distinctive “Boom Dub” sound. Drawing on Hip Hop, Dancehall, Roots Reggae, and Soul.

A song about broken family units, values, broken communities, societies. A black family is broken, the human soul is broken.

A brilliant single and video release. The singing, coordinated with the creative video is superb. The subtitles make it all the more interesting for people who do not speak the local language. Not only the sound but also the meaning is to be appreciated. Nature is calling for humanity to come together, to care for the creation we are all part of.

After fantastic reviews of the album “The Thrill Of Loving You”, here is a brilliant edit of the lead single “The Thrill Is Gone”. Julia Werup’s interpretation is magnificent and her vocal performance is just outstanding.

This album blends Dominican rhythm with contemporary Jazz Fusion by using the Pambiche rhythm unique only to the Dominican Republic. Pambiche is a music genre, which derives from the Merengue Tipico, a traditional style of Merengue.

“Jump for Joy” is a small collection that refused to die. Shelved for more than ten years - after Callie released her second Jazz standards album - this new release delivers a fresh and authentic perspective on five Jazz standards. 

"Eponyme" is the latest release by Louis Ville, who has staked the roads of France and Europe with several hundred concerts. Over the years, his exceptional charisma has thrown his emotions into an ever denser audience that he carries with humor to the confines of his sensitive universe. "Eponyme" is a work of art that reminds us again of what makes La douce France great...

"Pardon" is the second release by Guy Mapoko. The 14 tracks on this album are an amalgamation of his West-African roots and the music of his second home, Canada.

Barry Alexander King has delivered an album full of top-quality songwriting, hooks, lyrics, and production.

8 intimate pieces by singer-songwriter Roxana Amed - recorded in different cities and with small ensembles - with a jazzy mood that distinguishes the singer when approaching popular music.

"Uber Chill" brings together elements of various musical styles combined with unexpected instrumental solos, richly layered synth sounds, hip rhythms and bluesy, funky guitar hooks. 

Damian Marley is the most versatile and prolific of the Marley family. He bridged the gap between conscious Reggae and Hip-Hop/R&B. At a time that both genres were veering off to commercialism, Junior Gong released music that upheld the root of these genres in terms of lyrical content and musical authenticity. 

With a Billboard #1 Traditional Jazz album to his credit and a mission to rejuvenate the souls of audiences everywhere, "Sweet Lu" Olutosin continues to shine the light of his 'spirit music' with his latest release "Meet Me At The Crossroads".

Leah Capelle is an alternative/pop/rock artist from Chicago. She has a freshness and spontaneity, instead, capable of capturing the spirit of any song with skill and grace. Leah Capelle is a rare talent.

Star Planet Funk is a witness to an era and those Atlanta players who were there for the music in a city that regarded artists as baggage. Low wages, few opportunities.

Master Chef Bibb is serving us so many different dishes and flavors with this release - 24 in total - that there is simply no way of denying or disliking what he has on offer.

The Badasonics mixes Soul and Funk together with Jamaican riddims and horns with the soulful rock and reggae voice of Caz Gardiner to deliver a pulsating party of soul steady beats.

It was 1974, and Toronto was undergoing a cultural shift. The usual pop fare was starting to assimilate the rhythms of the Caribbean – not just Soca, and calypso – but a music known and beloved by those who immigrated from Jamaica called, ‘Reggae.’

Between the years 1984-1986 Bill King recorded three sides, Ice, Avenue B and City of Dreams for his own label – Night Passage Music. Tracks from these Night Passage years have now been re-issued on this release.

"Wow, you’re the real deal!” this kind of praise is what Canada's JUNO-nominated Jazz vocalist Heather Bambrick consistently receives from fellow musicians. Critics love her. WholeNote Magazine calls her “one of the finest jazz singers in this country”, and All About Jazz says her voice is a “paragon of clarity” and that she's the real deal in every way.

This album brings back music from the era when Reggae was in its formative years.  For those of you who like Reggae consider this album a time capsule bringing back some of the old tunes, re-polished and revitalized. For those of you who think that Reggae isn’t your cup of tea, you might wanna think again and listen to this album.

'Hacer el Amor' is rich of Latin rhythms and melancholy. A true tribute to Latin culture whether at home or in the diaspora. Se nace y se vive como se puede, pero cada cual escoge ser quien es.

'Stimela' (Coal Train) is the track that Hugh Masekela will probably be best remembered for as it encompasses all of his work both lyrically and musically. Such is the significance of 'Stimela' as it addresses the theme of hope against a backdrop of social injustice, central to South African modern history, a history still marked by decades of 'apartheid'.

LONG PLAYER was the second album by the British rock group Faces with Rod Stewart, Ronnie Lane and Ronnie Wood amongst its members. On a good day, Faces could wrestle the title of greatest rock & roll band away from the Rolling Stones.

Yerry Rellum is known from The Voice Of Holland, Season 7. He released the single, 'I Feel Love', in February 2018 to wide acceptance. 'I Feel Love' was co-written with Duane Stephenson and produced by Wouter Hardy.

C.C. Grace's third musical adventure! Hand-picked tunes from a decade rich with melody and heart. This stellar collection will take you back to a gentler time and a kinder world. Sit back and let C.C's sultry voice return you to the music that mattered.

'Desert Orchid' paints a beautiful and delicate musical picture of the American southwest - the landscape, plant life, the verandas, and rugged people who live artfully amongst nature’s often hostile terrain.  Plateaus in the distance, the thousands of miles of blowing sand, the harsh morning light, the grace and pastoral beauty of late afternoon is encased in one, lone Desert Orchid".

Singer-Songwriter Maura Shaftoe has been making beautiful noise for over twenty years. Blessed with a warm, soul-filled voice, she caught the attention of acclaimed musicians soon after her debut on the Calgary jazz scene, leading to multiple collaborations with Juno-award-winning bassist and producer Mike Lent (Jann Arden). 

Jim Gelcer | "Melodies Pure and True" 🇨🇦 #Jazz  MELODIES (and verses) referring to #Pop and #RnB classics that are PURE AND TRUE in their approach and delivery.

Suthukazi Arosi is a singer, performer, actress and KORA/SAMA Award Winning South African Musical Icon. “Naked” features 10 brand-new tracks recorded over a period of twelve years, 2 remixes, and 3 interludes. The interludes introduce the listener to some traditional and tribal sounds of South Africa. Each with a specific purpose and theme.

Cynthia Basinet is a shared Nobel Peace Prize nominee and critically acclaimed singer, actress, activist, and innovator. Musically she is best known for her iconic rendition of “Santa Baby” - often miscredited to Marilyn Monroe - originally recorded by Eartha Kitt in 1953. The second track ‘The Christmas Song’ is another Christmas classic originally recorded by the Nat King Cole trio in 1946.

In Reggae, all roads lead to the “Riddim Twins”, Sly & Robbie. Now, Sly & Robbie meet Dubmatix. The Canadian producer and multi-instrumentalist got his hands on original Sly & Robbie tracks and spent months crafting this new album, "Overdubbed". 

The "Isle of Saints' is an aural composite of Bill King's travels throughout the Caribbean region as heard inside his head and felt in his heart.

Dr. Dubenstein, a former employee of the legendary RAS Records Label from Washington DC gathered up some high-carat collaborators to join him in his submarine. Formidable musicians and singers from Steel Pulse, Dub Syndicate, Roots Radics, Jah Works, jam and conjure up heavily rolling rhythms - and rumor has it that even WAILERS warhorses were involved in the project to add some melody.

The title of Battle of Santiago’s third release, La Migra, literally translates to ‘deportation police’. A title which the band must have chosen from a very personal perspective, simply because all of the band members have had to migrate at one point for one reason or another. All the tracks on ‘La Migra’ were derived from various recorded jam sessions.

On "Migration Blues" Eric Bibb draws a parallel between the former African American sharecroppers leaving the segregation and misery of the South for the industrial cities of the North and the current migratory movement to Europe of the refugees from the Middle East.

One Way Up. An artful, skilled and profound record, which captures Dave Young at the apex of his long and illustrious career.

"Saturday Night Fish Fry - Vol. 1" is a collection of Rhythm & Blues classics by Toronto based Saturday Night Fish Fry, arranged & produced by Bill King, featuring the excellent female vocalist Shakura S’Aida.

Every now and then we stumble upon these hidden gems, diamonds in disguise. Upon receiving new promos one first takes a look at the album cover, the title, other metadata, the track list and then may decide to look at it later… This happened to us upon receiving ‘Blues Etc…’ by Jimmy Bowskill & Carlos Del Junco.

Affirmative action is no solution to solve inequality amongst people, whether it be between cultures, races or sexes. Education is. Primarily education about life, as Lucky Dube vocalizes it so eloquently in his signature song 'Affirmative Action'

KEENIATTA, born in South Africa but a global citizen for most of her life, releases her new album "UNIVERSAL LOVE" and her special project #NeverGiveUp 

Hiding our heritage, to keep us into bondage.

They stole our culture, to say we got no future,
Destroyed our tradition, to keep us into subjection.

They took the natural living and turned it into artificial living.
They took the social living and turned it into socialism
They took the communal living and turned it into communism.
They took the capital living and turned it into capitalism.