Joe Bonamassa plays at Montreal Jazz Festival (2004)

Joe Bonamassa plays at Montreal Jazz Festival (2004)
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Ibrahim Ferrer sings at North Sea Jazz (2005)

Ibrahim Ferrer sings at North Sea Jazz (2005)
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Chick Corea meets Bobby McFerrin in Stuttgart (1992)

Chick Corea meets Bobby McFerrin in  Stuttgart (1992)
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John McLaughlin records with L. Shankar, Zakir Hussain, Ramnad Raghavan and T. H. ‘Vikku’ Vinayakram’ ‘Shakti with John McLaughlin’ (1975)

‘Shakti with John McLaughlin‘ is the first album (recorded on July 5, 1975) by a group gathering John McLaughlin with L. Shankar on violin, Zakir Hussain on tabla, Ramnad Raghavan on the Mridangam and T. H. ‘Vikku’ Vinayakram on Ghatam; released in 1976 by Columbia.

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Christian Scott Quintet plays in Montreal (2010)

Christian Scott Quintet plays in Montreal (2010)
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Dave Holland plays solo at JazzBaltica (2003)

Dave Holland plays solo at JazzBaltica (2003)
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Hiromi plays in Murcia, Spain (2008)

Hiromi plays in Murcia, Spain (2008)
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Miles Davis plays by the Danube (1985)

Miles Davis plays by the Danube (1985)
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The Women of Rai

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Raï music, originating in Algeria in the 1920s, is a revolutionary blend of traditional folk roots and modern influences like jazz, rock, and reggae. Translating to "opinion" or "advice," Raï speaks truth to power, giving voice to the voiceless through themes of love, social justice, and defiance. Its dynamic instruments, from hand drums to synthesizers, create a rich tapestry of sound, while its potent lyrical content challenges norms and reflects the human desire for freedom. Evolving from "Cheikha" music, Raï gained international recognition in the 1970s and 1980s, crossing borders to countries like Morocco and France.

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Folklore Venezolano

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In the boundless Venezuelan Llanos, the rhythmic melodies of Joropo Llanero come alive, painting a vibrant picture of pastoral life through the hands of skilled artists like Juan Vicente Torrealba and Simón Díaz. Their compositions, along with the works of Reinaldo Armas, echo the heartbeats of the plains with tales of love and folklore.

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Young Derek Trucks opens for the Allman (1993)

Young Derek Trucks opens for the Allman (1993)
Young Derek Trucks opens for the Allman (1993)
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