Every time I attend a Ferro Gaita show, I always leave believing it was the best I have seen. Perhaps it’s just the enormous adrenaline rush that swirls within me. Then, I keep on thinking about other great concerts, other great artists, and still, I don’t doubt myself simply because Ferro Gaita never gives you time to catch a breath. It is intense, groovy, and always worth the money spent. [More]

Let’s imagine for a moment that you are a music producer looking to sign the next big artist who will generate substantial financial benefits, let’s say, for you and your record company. As an ambitious producer, your goal is to take this artist and hit markets that you have never reached before. Therefore, considering that recording an album represents a serious investment in time and money, this artist needs to adhere to your criteria. [More]

The month of March has not been very pleasant for Cape Verde, as two of its musical legends have been hospitalized due to health problems. First, singer Cesaria Evora put a temporary halt to her tour in Australia due to what is being called a "mild stroke." Shortly after, singer Andriano Gonçalves, a.k.a. Bana, spent several days in the hospital battling diabetes and other health issues. Both Cesaria, 68, and Bana, 76, have considerably contributed to the advancement of Capeverdean culture as they have inspired and will continue to inspire a whole generation of singers to come. [More]

On Sunday January 13th, 2008, I hopped on a plane (from Boston) to New York to attend the Association of Performing Arts Presenters (APAP) Conference and the GlobalFest.  The APAP is known around the world for its more than 1, 2000 performance showcases while the GlobalFest has become the U.S... [More]