Chicago’s legendary spiritual jazz shaman returns, leading an enviable ensemble of young masters from his hometown. Kahil El’Zabar is multi-percussionist, band-leader, vocalist, composer, conductor and educator at the forefront of the unceasingly creative avant-garde jazz […]
16 Rayos Orquesta Akokán As well as being Daptone Record’s first Spanish album, Orquesta Akokán’s eponymous 2018 debut quickly garnered a very eclectic and eager audience. The Cuban-American ensemble is now back with 16 Rayos, […]
From Pretoria’s facades to international residences, Lisolomzi Pikoli aka Mr Slipperz’s brushstrokes have ended up serving musicians attracted by his singular expression of movement.
A selection of our favorite pan-African artists from the 43rd edition of Rennes’ Trans Musicales festival scheduled for December 1st to 5th, 2021. The Trans Musicale credo has always been to help discover new artists […]
Thirty years ago, music giant Miles Davis passed away in California. In partnership with Getup, PAM looks back – in 5 steps and as many playlists – on the journey of a revolutionary.
President Ya Straata Focalistic Focalistic’s mission to export amapiano to the rest of the world is on hold, with the Pitori (Pretoria)-born superstar now unveiling his latest project, entitled President Ya Straata, which means “President […]
London’s UK Funky “Goddess of Rhythm”, KG, runs us through her genre bending blend of favorite tracks from alté and gqom to house and Afrobeats including an amaPiano inspired track from her own repertoire.
Wastral Celia Wa On her new EP, Celia Wa sings about her memories of Guadeloupe in both Creole and English. She highlights disastrous episodes from history, still deeply rooted in many Caribbean families. This organic […]