Brazilian Music | The World of Samba, Bossa Nova & Tropicália
Beautiful beaches, soccer, and Brazilian carnival are some of the first things that come to mind when thinking about the biggest country in South America. But Brazil is also home to Samba music, Bossa Nova, and thousands of talented artists. Its music doesn’t only thrive nationally (Brazilians are allegedly responsible for 5% of Spotify’s revenues) but […]
How to Understand Mexican Music | Interview with Leonardo Prieto
It’s January 2022, we are still in a lockdown, and I’m in a zoom call with Mexican musician Leonardo Prieto. During “normal” times, I could go see his concerts, but now digital is the only option. It would be easy for an artist to focus on the pandemic’s hardships, but Leonardo chose a different path. He […]
Who Are The Best Malian Musicians | A Top 5
This may come as a surprise to some people, but Mali is one of the most diverse musical countries with many famous malian musicians. Home to the desert blues and one of the world’s most famous guitar players, Mali has a lot in store for international music lovers. Before moving to the most important Malian […]
