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 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 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 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 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 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 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 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 Category: World Music A musical travelogue through Madagascar with Hanitra Rasoanaivo, lead singer of Tarika, Madagascar's most famous band.
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 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 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 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 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.
