by Joel Dwek | Nov 30, 2021 | Reviews
A fascinating mix of poetry and music, Lesego Rampolokeng’s sharp writing entertains and provokes in equal measure… To the uninitiated (such as myself, a few minutes before starting my research for this review), this album has a few surprises. Lesego...
by Danny Wiser | Sep 20, 2021 | Reviews
Prescient lyricism, ambitious compositions and raw energy – Toque Profundo’s debut album is for the history books… If you have arrived to this page looking for a recommendation of an amazing Dominican classic, in some respects you have come to the...
by Danny Wiser | Dec 13, 2020 | Advent Calendar
INDIA: Shehar Ki Pariyon Ke Peeche – Ayesha Jhulka and Aamir Khan… Not strictly a song about Diwali, this Bollywood hit is featured in the background of Diwali celebrations and has become synonymous with this festival of light. Diwali itself is a Hindu...
by Joel Dwek | Dec 7, 2020 | Reviews, Top Picks
The Chinese rockers prove their worth in this blisteringly brilliant debut album, demonstrating their lightness of touch as well as their ability to melt your face off with pure rock… There is an interesting debate to be had as to why do we respond in the way we...
by Joel Dwek | Jul 13, 2020 | Reviews, Top Picks
Joyous and melancholy, hopeful and cautious, Vusi Mahlasela’s masterful lyrical and musical ability make for an especially wonderful album… Music has an uncanny ability to evoke an emotion, and the emotion I associate with Vusi Mahlasela’s excellent 1992...
by Danny Wiser | Jun 4, 2020 | Reviews
Cesária Évora takes us on a musical journey as we are challenged to reflect on the eternal beauty of home, loved ones from our past, as well as the gloomy history behind the international influences of her music… As Black Lives Matter protests take place all...
