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Memory of Raï
Memory of Raï
Category: World Music
A loving overview of the history of North African Raï music, and how political, religious and economic forces combined to make it what it is today.
Oumou Sangare: Nguatu
Oumou Sangare: Nguatu
Category: World Music
From Mali, a song about planting and harvesting, done in a documentary style. Sangare is gorgeous.
Ali Farka Toure and Ry Cooder: Talking Timbuktu
Ali Farka Toure and Ry Cooder: Talking Timbuktu
Category: World Music
Guitarist Guitarist Ry Cooder (noted for his work with the Buena Vista Social Club) plays a duet with the late great Ali Farka Toure who in his time was dubbed the missing link beween Africa and the blues.
Taj Mahal & Toumani Diabate: Ol’ Georgie Buck
Taj Mahal & Toumani Diabate: Ol’ Georgie Buck
Category: World Music
In this live performance Taj Mahal and master Kora (African Harp) player Toumani Diabate discover a remarkable musical affinity jamming on a classic country blues number.
Blues Accordin' to Lightnin' Hopkins
Blues Accordin' to Lightnin' Hopkins
Category: World Music
A glimpse into a bygone era with the legendary Texas bluesman. Served with generous helpings of classic blues, Lightnin' talks about his inspiration and childhood.
Black and White in Color
Black and White in Color
Category: World Music
Vera Bila is hailed as the most significant musical artist from the Czech Republic. This film reveals how she retains a deep attachment to Romany traditions both in her music and her way of life.
Black and White in Color
Black and White in Color
Category: World Music
An intimate portrait of the famed Czech Romany (Gypsy) diva, Vera Bila, who is viewed with indifference and suspicion in her own country, even as she gains acclaim elsewhere.
Beyond the Forest
Beyond the Forest
Category: World Music
Follows two members of Hungary's most famous folk band, Muzikas, as they gather songs from Transylvanian villages. Features brilliant performances from virtuoso folk musicians.
Mad Rhythms of Madagascar
Mad Rhythms of Madagascar
Category: World Music
A musical travelogue through Madagascar with Hanitra Rasoanaivo, lead singer of Tarika, Madagascar's most famous band.
World Music Videos
World Music Videos
Category: World Music
We have hundreds of World Music videos available to watch and listen to online, along with special interviews with some of your favorite artists. Discover the unique sounds of Link TV.
Baaba Maal Live At The Royal Festival Hall
Baaba Maal Live At The Royal Festival Hall
Category: World Music
A riveting concert documentary featuring Senegalese superstar Baaba Maal, recorded live at London's Royal Festival Hall in July, 1999.
Baaba Maal
Baaba Maal
Category: World Music
A profile of the man and his music that captures all the color and grace of his Fulani culture. Baaba returns to his hometown in Senegal where the story of how he came to be a musician is revealed.
Algeria in a Smile: Souad Massi
Algeria in a Smile: Souad Massi
Category: World Music
A profile of Souad Massi, a Paris-based Algerian singer-songwriter whose music is a winning combination of western song and Arabic melisma.
Tempo Rei
Tempo Rei
Category: World Music
Legendary Brazilian musician Gilberto Gil takes us back to his small town roots. The documentary shows Gil jamming with his old buddy Caetano Veloso and other great Brazilian musicians.
Amadou and Mariam
Amadou and Mariam
Category: World Music
Get down with Mali's blind couple of song, Amadou and Mariam, in this vibrant concert film recorded on a stormy night in one of Paris's most multicultural neighborhoods.