More WOMEX 2009: Deolinda Takes the Stage

The Portuguese band Deolinda proves that it can recreate -- and even outdo -- its performance on CD, in this live showcase from WOMEX 2009.

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World Music: Deolinda, "Fado Toninho"
Although Deolinda's music gets its inspiration from Fado, the members have obviously cherry-picked those elements they wish to keep and those they do not: the strong female vocalist, but no funereal garb, the winsome guitar lines but absent the Portuguese...

World Music: Deolinda, "Clandestino"
(Portugal) Deolinda's previous video "Fado Toninho" was a jaunty affair; this outing is far more somber. To go with its nocturnal references, the video is shot in velvety darkness. "Clandestino" translates to "forbidden" and so shadows prevail throughout. Just as...

Music Video Block: Faces of Love
Sarah Tavares, Nagore Sessons, Cui Jian, Deolinda, Blick Bassy, Staff Benda Bilili and Whitaker sing of love's many manifestations: Love of self, of god, or a lover (current or potential!). Click here for airdates and the complete song...

Kenge Kenge Rocks WOMEX

Kenya's Kenge Kenge had everyone swaying and bobbing at WOMEX. This excerpt from their performance captures their infectious good spirits.

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