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Lura featured in the Independent (UK) 23rd March

Paul — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 15:22:35 +0000

http://enjoyment.independent.co.uk/music/features/article2382031.ece

Around us, artists of all ages come and go in a bewildering procession of unpretentious talent. One of them chooses to perform the painfully melancholy “Sodade”, a song made famous by Cesaria Evora, the queen of Cape Verdean music. Towards the end of the session, Lura adds her voice, walking girlishly to the front of the room, smiling to acquaintances, before delivering two achingly beautiful ballads from the Cape Verde islands, infused with the fatalistic spirit of “morna”, that celebrated Cape Verdean equivalent of fado. Impressive though the other singers have been, Lura lifts proceedings to another level. It is little wonder that the charismatic 31-year-old performer is talked of as the natural successor to Evora.

Chambao confirmed for WOMAD 2007

Paul — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 21:43:30 +0000

Chambao have been confirmed for WOMAD’s 25th anniversary festival at the new UK site of Charnwood park Wiltshire. Chambao who have just finished a sellout South American tour, bouyed up by news of their chart toppingly successful duet between the bands singer La Mari and Ricky Martin. 2007 looks to be the big year for the band in the UK with a rumoured full UK tour in planning for autumn 2007…..

Chambao are the most recent addition to the roster for Way Art West, soon to be followed by several other top flight acts from Spain.

Lura May UK tour dates announced

Paul — Tue, 20 Mar 2007 21:33:35 +0000

Lura makes a welcome return to the UK with a series of Live concerts in London, Bristol, Coventry, Cardiff and Kendal (Lake District). The tour is timed to promote her new CD on Lusafrica ‘M’bem di Fora’ which was described in The Times as “One of the must-hear discs of the year so far.”

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Nancy Vieira UK tour 2007

Paul — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 12:03:56 +0000

Nancy Vieira returns to the UK in March 2007 with a series of intimate shows in unusual locations. The dates release later this month will focus on the Midlands in England and provide a great oportunity to see Nancy up close and personal. Nancy continues her rise in popularity amongst World Music fans and among her Cape Verde compatriots, but increasingly her appeal is moving beyond that.

Lura, in concert review Purcell Room, London

Paul — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 21:37:43 +0000

Lura, Purcell Room, London | | Guardian Unlimited Arts
Lura is a delightful, witty enthusiast for all things Cape Verdean, though she was born and lives in Lisbon, where the country’s exiles have proudly retained their culture, language and music. The result is an intriguing clash of styles.

Lura new CD and UK tour 2007

Paul — Mon, 29 Jan 2007 11:57:45 +0000

Lura’s eagerly awaited new CD, M’bem di Fora, is set for UK release in February 2007. It will have a wider range of styles as Lura continues her exploration of Cape Verde’s musical roots. Plans are currently underway for UK tour dates in May. Watch this space for more news

Lura: Di Korpu Ku Alma reviewed in TimesOnline

Paul — Sat, 20 Jan 2007 21:17:52 +0000

World Music: New Releases: Lura: Di Korpu Ku Alma-Arts & Entertainment-TimesOnline
Lura knows how to stir the emotions

Lura new CD nearly complete

Paul — Wed, 16 Aug 2006 12:04:15 +0000

Lura’s second international release as yet untitled is in the final stages of mixing, with it schedlued for French and Portuguese release in October. No release date is set for the UK but it may be as late as January. It is thought that the record wil build on her acclaimed 2005 release Di Korpu ku Alma and its focus on the the more African styles form her native Cape Verde Islands. For those who didn’t see the coverage in the press in 2005 some clippings will follow shortly.

No sign of any UK dates this autumn. Lets hope that there will be some in the New Year.

Pedro Luis Ferrer WOMAD Appearance

Paul — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 19:59:42 +0000

Pedro Luis Ferrer played two great shows at WOMAD Reading on July 30th the second being recorded by BBC Radio3 for later transmission on Late Junction. Amongst those in the audience were World ROutes presenter Lucy Duran who declared Pedro one of the most important performers currently on the circuit from Cuba. Pedro was also introduced to legendary Malian Guitarist Djelimadi Tounkara who expressed his delight in Pedros songs and Tres playing – it would be nice if they had a chance to play together…..

Pedro Luis Ferrer UK tour October 2006

Paul — Tue, 25 Jul 2006 21:12:00 +0000

Pedro Luis Ferrer will be touring the UK in October 2006. The dates are as follows

October 19 Exeter Phoenix
October 20 Warwick Arts Centre
October 21 Finchley Arts Depot
October 22 Colchester Arts Centre
October 24 Momo’s London
October 25 Bristol Colston Hall (Bar)
October 26 Brighton Pavilion Theatre
October 27 Norwich Arts Centre

Pedro’s band will feature Lerlys Morales, Lena Ferrer and Basilio Perodin. If you haven’t seen the band live and you can’t make it to WOMAD Reading try to catch them at one of these shows.