Juaneco y su Combo turned Peruvian music on its head when they broke from tradition and replaced their acoustic instruments with electric ones in 1970. Their first recordings remain the earliest example of cumbia selvática or cumbia amazónica.
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If you find yourself at an all night party in Niamey, chances are Tal National will be there. Famous for intense, five-hour sets, Tal National is currently the most copied ensemble in Niger. When they release a song, other bands in the area record a version and claim it as their own.
This edition explores more of the best world music releases and reissues of 2013. Featuring sounds from Jamaica, Guinea, Cape Verde, Belize, Romania and beyond. Wrap your ears around some international gems.
Today’s show explores some of the best world music releases and reissues of 2013. Featuring music from Niger, Peru, Canada, Mali, Mauritania and beyond. Opening sonic doors worldwide.