The Best Cambodian Music & Their Resilient Stories
We often remember many country’s history through tragedy. One prime example is Cambodia because of Khmer Rouge regime and their being the cause of genocide of the 1970s. However, that is not true if we look beyond the grim chapter of its history. In fact, in the 1960s and early 1970s Phnom Penh, capital of […]
The Hidden World Of Thai Psychedelic Rock
Many people know the famous band Khruangbin. Some even know Paradise Bangkok Molam International Band. But few know that their grooves come from lam storytelling and the literary traditions of khlong san. So before we start talking about Thai psychedelic rock, I would like to discuss Molam first. And what better place to start than […]
Best Music Documentaries To Watch Now | A Top 12
When we talk about the best music documentaries, people always mention some of the famous music documentaries. These names could be Amy (UK), Buena Vista Social Club (Cuba), and Searching for Sugar Man (US/South Africa). These are popular because of unforgettable personal stories. But beyond these titles, there are many lesser-known gems, which are often […]
Ultimate Best Latin Rock Bands | A Top 12
The 1960s and 1970s were wild times in Latin America and Spain, basically all of the large Spanish-speaking countries. There were cultural revolutions, anti-establishment movements, and political unrest. Just to put that in perspective; Argentina and Chile were under military dictatorships, Mexico was reeling after the 1968 Tlatelolco student massacre, and Spain was under Franco dictatorship. […]
The Best Kenyan Music | A Top 15
I recently interviewed Udulele, a Kenyan singer and producer, who’s behind the genre he calls Soulful Benga. In our conversation, he spoke about how Soulful Benga grew from traditional Benga, with East African percussion, acoustic arrangements, and a spiritual touch. Revisiting that conversation got me thinking more about Kenyan music. Also, I have been to […]
The Best Filipino Singers of All Time | A Top 10
Some countries are small, and we often overlook them on the global map, but they punch above their weight when it comes to talent. Think of how South Korea has taken the world by storm with K-pop, or how Sweden quietly dominates global pop charts. At this point, one could also ask: What country has […]
Ultimate Guide To Genres Of Music In South Africa And Singers
South Africa is a country with a history of struggle and resilience. It is also a country full of celebrations. And, there’s no better way to know a country than through its language and music. After all, languages and music carry the stories of resilience and celebration of their people. With 12 official languages, one […]
The Best Mariachi Songs | A Top 14
What country has the best music in the world? It’s a question with many answers. However, if you ask, which country’s music is the best to dance to? The straight answer would be mariachi songs from Mexico. Mariachi music is a vibrant part of Mexican culture. It is a traditional Mexican folk music that combines […]
What Country Has The Best Music In The World? The Ultimate Showdown
What country has the best music in the world? Well, it’s a tricky question to answer. Suppose, if you are from Kenya, Turkey, or Malaysia, you could claim that my country produces the best music. Well, you’re right to claim that! But there’s more to it than meets the eye. We all know that the […]
Fantastic Global YouTube Music Channels To Explore New Tunes
Music has always been a universal language, as it has a way of connecting people across continents. I recently wrote about an interesting trend of European bands mixing, where non-Europeans in Europe collaborate/mix with European bands/music. For many in Europe, this may be new. However, fusions of different musical genres across cultures are as old […]
