wca artist roster of availability 2013-2014 for womex
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World Connection Agency Artist Roster of availability in 2013 / 2014 - WOMEX update. Find us at WOMEX Thesaloniki at stand 5.51 - text our mobile: +31643079528 or e-mail [email protected] for a meeting.TRANSCRIPT
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ARTIST ROSTER 2013/2014
World Connection Agency is an international bookings agency and artist management office based in Haarlem & Amsterdam, The Netherlands. It was founded in 2002 and is working since with promoters, venues and festivals in more than 50 countries worldwide. We book a wide variety of artist from around the globe.
NTJAM ROSIE (Cameroon/ Netherlands) Nu-‐Soul/ Nu-‐ Jazz/ Soul-‐Jazz Ntjam Rosie embodies the new generation of Africans in Europe. Originally from Cameroon, but living in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Her latest album “Elle” has received acclaimed reviews with the Dutch press and has been recently released in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Latest cd : “Elle ” Q-‐rious Music/ World Connection -‐ New Album 2013 Line up : 6/7 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Rotterdam, The Netherlands www : www.ntjamrosie.com Touring period : whole year available. Territory : EUROPE– except The Netherlands Agent : [email protected]
BLITZ THE AMBASSADOR (USA/GHANA) Old School Hip Hop/Afro Beat/Funk Blitz and his band, the Embassy Ensemble, pack a brilliant fusion of styles. You can hear late-‐80s hip-‐hop alongside contemporary African soukous and highlife, as well as echoes of Afrobeat artists such as Fela Kuti. In the last tours, after showcasing successfully WOMEX, SXSW and Les Transmusicales de Rennes, he performed over 70 European festival & club shows in 2011/ 2012. Latest cd : ‘Native Sun’ (Jakarta Records, may 2011), New album 2013 Line up : 7 on stage & 2 crew Based in : New York/ USA www : http://vimeo.com/channels/blitz Touring period : March to August 2013 Territory : NORTHERN EUROPE (BeNeLux, Scandinavia, Baltic’s, UK)
Agent : [email protected]
GABY MORENO (USA) Blues/Soul/Retro/Singer-‐Songwriter “Moreno can sound sweet & serenading but she will turn it up & make the folks in the last row feel like they’re sitting in the front” – LA Weekly. After releasing 2 successful albums on World Connection Label Gaby Moreno just released her 3rd album ‘Postales’ on the Metamorphosis label. Last summer she completed her 3rd European tour and played festival such as Dranouter Folk Fest and Jazz A Vienne and venues such a North Sea Jazz Cub and Moods Zurich. Latest cd : ‘Postales’ (released in USA/ Lat. Am. 4th of September 2012) Line up : 4 on stage & 1 crew Based in : Los Angeles, USA / Germany www : www.gaby-‐moreno.com Touring period: Oct-‐nov 2012 / March 2013 / May 2013/ Late July-‐ early Aug 2013 Territory : EUROPE / MIDDLE EAST/ NORTH AFRICA
Agent : [email protected]
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FATOUMATA DIAWARA (Mali/France) "A gorgeous woman with small explosive expressions in emotional songs and dances. Her star is rising, all in the footsteps of Rokia Traore" NRC-‐ NL. Fatoumouta Diawara is getting rave reviews for her new debut album on World Circuit and amazes crowds at all the festivals and clubs she is performing. A true star of African music. Latest cd : 19th of September 2011 on World Circuit Line up : 5 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Paris, France www : www.myspace.com/fatoumatadiawara Touring period : February/ March 2013 + Summer 2013 Territory : BeNeLux , SCANDINAVIA(non exclusive)
Agent : [email protected]
MARTA GOMEZ (Colombia/USA/Argentina) Latin American Folk & Singer Songwriter Singer songwriter originally from Colombia but now residing in Barcelona, Latin American songwriting at its best. She performed all over the globe and recorded over 5 albums. Latest cd : “El Corazon y El Sombrero” released in May 2011 Line up : 5 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Barcelona, ES www : www.martagomez.com Touring period: 2013/ 2014 whole year available. Territory : EUROPE/MIDDLE EAST/ NORTH AFRICA Agent : [email protected]
MALIKA ZARRA (Morroco/France/ USA) Berber Jazz & World Jazz Malika Zarra is an extraordinary voice and blends Berber music with Jazz. She sings in Berber, Arabic, French and Englishand performs regularly at European Festivals. Latest cd : “Berber Jazz” on Motema Records Line up : 5 on stage & 1 crew Based in : New York USA/ Paris France www : www.malikazarra.com/ Touring period: whole year available upon request/ April 2013 Territory : EUROPE / MIDDLE EAST/ NORTH AFRICA Agent : [email protected]
BLICK BASSY (Cameroon/ France) African Soul & Jazz / CAB PROJECT ( Caraibes-‐Afrique-‐ Brazil) With a brand new cd recorded in Brazil with the likes of Marcos Suzano and Lenine, Blick keeps surprising us with his intense vocal abilities and soulful-‐ jazzy melodies. New African Soul at its best. Latest cd : ‘Hongo Calling’ -‐ May 2011 on World Connection Line up : 4 on stage & 2 crew / 4 on stage + 1 crew (Jazz combo) Based in : Paris, France www : www.myspace.com/blickbassy2 Touring period : whole year upon request Territory : WORLD WIDE Label : World Connection
Agent : [email protected]
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KHAIRA ARBY (Timbuktu, Mali) Desert Blues from Mali Khaira Arby is one of the most renowned and respected singers in Mali. Winner of several awards. She worked with a whole range of Malian artist. Last summer she toured for 5 months through USA, Canada, Europe and Middle East. SXSW, Womad, Sfinks, Africa Oye were highlights of her tour. Next March 2013 she will perform at WOMAD Adelaide and New Zealand and Sauti Za Busara Festival. latest cd : ‘Timbuktu Tarab’ (Clermond Music, 2010) Line up : 6 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Timbuktu, Mali www :http://www.sonicbids.com/khairaarby Touring period : February / March 2013 + June & July 2013 Territory : EUROPE / MIDDLE EAST/ NORTH AFRICA
Agent : [email protected]
ALINE FRAZÃO (Angola/ Spain/ Portugal) Afro Soul/Lusophone Singer Songwriter/Bossa Nova Aline Frazao a young and inspiring singer-‐song writer with Angolan Roots living in Spain. She just auto-‐released her debut album and is the promise for Lusophone music and the Afro influences Jazzy Singer Songwriter style already captured the attention of artists like Lenine. Latest cd : “Clave Bantu” / new album in spring 2013 Line up : 3 on stage & 1 crew Based in : Lisbon & Santiago de Compostela, Spain www : www.alinefrazao.com Touring period: whole year 2013 Territory : EUROPE (exept Spain, Portugal) Agent : [email protected]
DEOLINDA (Port) “They reinvent tradition with humor, elegance and insight. Deolinda is one of the most refreshing bands of Portuguese music.” (Jornal de Letras -‐ PT) Latest cd : ‘Dois Selos e Um Carimbo’ (World Connection ) October 2010 Line up : 4 on stage & 3 crew Based in : Lisbon, Portugal www : http://www.deolinda.com.pt/ Touring period : March 2012+ whole year upon request Territory : BeNeLux, Greater Scandinavia, Baltics, and Eastern Europe Agent : [email protected]
AMIRA KHEIR (Sudan/ Italy/ UK) Sudani Jazz & Vocal Jazz Drawing upon traditional Sudanese chants, vocal styles and rhythmic patterns coupled with the ability to sing in English, Arabic & Italian, Amira is a truly diverse vocalist with a captivating and powerful sound, whether performing her original music or reinterpreting old spirituals and jazz classics. Latest cd : ‘View from Somewhere’ – Sterns Distr. Line up : 4 on stage & 1 crew Based in : London, UK www : http://amirakheir.com/ Touring period : whole year 2013 Territory : EUROPE (ex. UK) Agent : [email protected]
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NINA ATTAL (France) Blues-‐ Soul ‘n Funk Nina Attal is a true discovery. Playing the blues guitar, leading her own band, composing, singing, performing and recording at a leading label in France at the age of just 19!. A true revelation in Funky Blues ‘n Soul music. A highlight at many jazz festivals. Latest cd : ‘Yellow 6/17’ 2011, on PIAS Line up : 5 or 7 on stage & 1 crew Based in : Paris, France www : www.ninaattal.com Touring period : whole year 2013 Territory : BeNeLux (exclusive) + Scandinavia/Baltic States (non exclusive) Agent : [email protected]
B A L O J I (Rep. Dem. Congo/ Belgium) Hip Hop meets Congolese Rumba Baloji’s unique sound is coloured with influences of Soul, Afro Beat, Congotronics and Hip Hop. Baloji released with a new album on Crammed Disc in November 2011 and performed all over Europe in 2012. Latest cd : ‘Kinshasa Surcusal” – Crammed/ Coast To Coast Line up : 5 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Brussels, Belgium www : www.baloji.com Touring period: whole year generally available, Festivals, Clubs Territory : Netherlands Only * Agent : [email protected]
TAMIKREST (Mali) The Spiritual sons of Tinariwen. Sahara Rock & Desert Blues at its very best. Latest cd : “Toumastin” Glitterhouse Rec./ new cd in 2013. Line up : 8 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Timbuktu, Mali www : www.tamikrest.net/en Touring period : December 2012 + Jan/Feb 2013 + Summer 2013 Territory : Netherlands Only (*collab with La Candela) Agent : [email protected]
LA MAKINA DEL KARIBE (Colombia) Urban Afro Colombian Champeta Punk & Cumbia Funk Back by popular demand, after great shows, such as Roskilde and Amsterdam Roots Festival in the summer of 2011, LMK toured in August 2012 Europe again, playing at the HKW in Berlin and Afro Caribbean Festival Belgium amongst others. Big city Afro Colombian Champeta-‐Punk and Cumbia -‐ Funk Latest cd : ’14 Chankletazos Terapeuticos” Chusma Records Line up : 6 on stage & 2 crew. Based in : Bogota Colombia www : www.lamakinadelkaribe.com Touring period : May-‐ June-‐ July 2013
Territory : Europe, Middle East, North Africa Agent : [email protected]
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LOCOS POR JUANA (Miami USA/ Colombia) Locos Por Juana is a bilingual Latin band most notably recognized by their energetic live performances and their unique fusion of Latin styles and influences. The band formed in Miami, Florida in the year 2000. Their lineup has undergone personnel changes and their style has evolved over the years. They played several European Festivals in a 2009 tour, now they are back. Latest cd : “Somos La Calle” 2012. Line up : 5 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Miami, USA www : www.locosporjuana.com Touring period: May-‐ June-‐ July Territory : EUROPE / MIDDLE EAST/ NORTH AFRICA Agent : [email protected]
MULATO ASTATKE (Ethiopia/ UK) The Grandmaster of Ethio-‐Jazz, vibraphonist Mulatu Astatke. is back on the road in 2013 with a new release on Strutt. Latest cd : “Steps Ahead” Strut / new cd to be released in 2013 Line up : 8 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Ethiopia/ UK www : www.myspace.com/mulatuastatke Touring period: Whole year 2013 various periods Territory : Netherlands only (*collab with 2 For The Road Prod.) Agent : [email protected]
CARMINHO (Portugal/ Fado) Young fadista, already hailed as a major new voice on the contemporary fado scene. From the management that brought us Mariza. Latest cd : ‘Alma’ 2012 on EMI music Line up : 4 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Lisbon, Portugal www : http://www.carminho.net Touring period : whole year 2013-‐ April 2013 – November 2013 Territory : BeNeLux (exclusive) Agent : [email protected]
ANA MOURA (Portugal/ Fado) One of the greatest voice and personalities of Portugal today. Everywhere she goes the audiences are captured by her performance, voice and elegance. Latest cd : ‘Leva-‐ma Aos Fados’ – Universal Music/ new album spring 2013 Line up : 5 on stage & 3 crew Based in : Lisbon, Portugal www : http://www.anamoura.com.pt Touring period : May 2013 -‐ Summer-‐ October 2013 Territory : BeNeLux (exclusive) -‐ (*collab with Sons Em Transito) Agent : [email protected]
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HINDI ZAHRA (Morocco/France) Singer Songwiter/ Blues Meet Hindi Zahra and her original gently undulating sense of melody. With a subtle, understated guitar accompaniment, a dash of gypsy guitar between the lines. Latest cd : “Hand Made’ on EMI/ Blue Note Next Cd : “Until The Next Journey’ EP/ New full album expected in 2013 Line up : 5 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Paris, France www : www.hindi-‐zahra.com/ Touring period : as from May 2013 Territory : Netherlands Only Agent : [email protected]
THE MAGIC TOMBOLINOS (London UK) The Magic Tombolinos, led by Alejandro Toledo, take the best from the Balkan Idion and Mediteranean sound and mix them with Latin American energy and melancholy. Played a lot of big festivals in the UK and are slowly conquering Europe. Latest cd : “Full Attack, with sudden defenses” (Inclusionism) Line up : 5 on stage & 1 crew Based in : London, UK www : www.magictombolinos.co.uk Touring period: Whole year 2013 Territory : NORTHERN EUROPA (* in collab with Adastra) Agent : [email protected]
HOLLIE COOK (London/ UK) Hollie Cook grew up amongst music with her father being Sex Pistols drummer Paul Cook, now she goes solo after numerous collabs and backing vocalist jobs. Her catchy Dub Reggae with a Pop Flavor caught the ears of a lot of underground and mainstream fans. Latest cd : “Hollie Cook’ on Mr Bongo/ Wrasse Distr. : Coast To Coast Line up : 8 on stage & 2 crew Based in : London UK www : www.holliecook.com Touring period : whole year 2013 Territory : NETHERLANDS ONLY Agent : [email protected]
CALIMA (Barcelona/ Spain) Founded by ex-‐Ojos De Brujo bassist Juan-‐Lu, They reinvent traditional Flamenco with the more rhythmic sounds of Rumba Flamenca and mix even hip hop and Bhangra into their Flamenco Mestizo. For years the most refreshing of bands from the Barcelona scene’ Latest CD : “Solo Volar’ 2012 on Ventilador Music/ Satelite K Line up : 7 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Barcelona Spain
www : www.calimacolores.es Touring period : Oktober 2012 and onwards/ whole year 2013 Territory : BENELUX & NORTHERN EUROPE Agent : [email protected]
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LATIN & SALSA HEADLINERS / LATIN JAZZ
GILBERTO SANTA ROSA (Puerto Rico) On of the greatest vocalist and biggest name in Salsa today. Filling stadiums and arena’s in Latin America and the USA, selling out large venues year after year in Europe. Multiple Grammy & Latin Grammy winner. In 2012 Gilberto Santa Rosa played 16 sold out shows in Europe. Latest cd : ‘Gilberto Santa Rosa’ (Sony Music 2012) Line up : 13 on stage & 5 crew Based in : San Juan, Puerto Rico www : www.gilbertosantarosa.com
Touring period : May 2013 + late july + early August 2013 Territory : EUROPE (including North Africa/ Middle East)
WILLY CHIRINO(Miami/ USA) ) Cuban vocalist and latin star Willy Chirino lives and works from Miami. USA. Had numerous Latin Grammy awards and tours the USA regularly. Latest cd : ‘My Beatles Heart’ (2012) “Pa’ lante” (2008) Line up : 12 on stage & 4 crew Based in : Miami, USA www : http://www.willychirino.com/ Touring period : Late March-‐ early April-‐ Early July Territory : NORTHERN EUROPE (collab with Enclave Musical Prod)
-‐ ALBITA (Cuba/ USA) Albita is originally from cuba, but already 19 years living in the USA, calling Miami her home town. Since her arrival in the USA she has cinstantly renewd her style. Her typical voice is very recognizable and earned her a lot of critical acclain and award winning albums. Resenty she released ‘Mis Tacones’. Latest cd : “Mis Tacones' (2011) Line up : 7 o 12 on stage & 3 crew Based in : Miami , USA www : www.albitaonline.com Touring period : April 2013 / late June & early July 2013 Territory : EUROPE (including North Africa/ Middle East)
Agent : [email protected]
LA CHARANGA HABANERA (Cuba) Is the first and only 'Boy Band' of Cuba. They are still at the forefront of Cuba's mordern Pop music called ‘Timba' since the early nineties. They have toured Europe year after year with succes. Latest cd : ‘Acabaito de Nacer’ (2011, Planet Records) Line up : 13 on stage & 4 crew Based in : Cuba www : www.charangahabanera.net/ Touring period : February 2013 / late july – mid august 2013
Territory : CENTRAL & NORTHERN EUROPE Agent : [email protected]
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JORGE OÑATE & JUGLARES DEL VALLENATO (Colombia) Jorge Oñate is one of the legendary voices of Colombian ‘Vallenato’ music, the beloved musical style led by the diatonic accordion, made popular by superstar Carlos Vives. Oñate is one of the few singers that still sing in ‘Juglares’ style, the traditional way of story telling. He recorded over 48 albums in 40 years of musical career. He will be accompanied by ‘Rey Vallenato” Christian Camillo Peña on the accordion and a band of 7 musicians. Latest cd : ‘Te Dedico Mis Triunfos’ (2009) Line up : 8 on stage & 2 crew
Based in : Valledupar & Barranquilla-‐ Colombia www : www.jorgeonate.com
Touring period : Late February into March 2013 / Late July & August Territory : EUROPE
GERARDO ROSALES (Venezuela) Afro Cuban Jazz Quintet Venezuelan Masters (Project 2013) Multi Talented Venezuelan percussionist Gerardo Rosales lives between Venezuela and The Netherlands. In The Netherland he formed his actual Afro Cuban Jazz Sextet. High energy & authentic Latin-‐jazz. Latest cd : ‘Chano Pozo’s Music’ (Challenge Records) Line up : 5 on stage & 2 crew/ 12 on stage + 2 crew Based in : The Netherlands
www : www.gerardorosales.eu Touring period : Whole Year upon request Territory : WORLD WIDE
SEPTETO SANTIAGUERO (Cuba) The real keepers of the secret of Cuban Son from Santiago de Cuba. These 7 finest Cuban musicians bring us in 2012 yet another album full of danceable Cuban son under the name of “ Vamos pa’ La Fiesta’ and which got them several Latin Grammy nominations. Latest cd : Vamos pa’ La Fiesta (Picap 2012) Line up : 6 on stage & 2 crew Based in : Santiago – Cuba/ Madrid-‐ Spain www : http://septetosantiaguero.net/
Touring period : Late July until Late September/ early October 2013 Territory : BeNeLux (exclusive) + Scandinavia/ GAS (non exclusive)
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