Berlin, Germany -
The WOMEX organizers have confirmed more of
the artists that will be performing at the annual conference. The concerts
will be staged at WOMEX 2005 in Newcastle Gateshead (UK), October 26 - 30, 2005.
Additional artists confirmed:
Atongo Zimba (Ghana/UK) 21st century Afro Fusion
Aziz
Ibrahim (Pakistan/UK) The prince of Asian Blues guitar
Babar Luck (Pakistan/UK)
Dele Sosimi (Nigeria/UK) Afrobeat
DJ Aki Nawaz (Pakistan/UK)
Flook (Ireland/UK)
Celtic
Genticorum (Canada) Quιbecois
Samwad (India) Classical East Indian Jugalbandhi,
http://www.kalaramnath.com &
http://www.purbayan.com.
The Nasha Experience (UK) East Indian electronic tabla breaks
Unusual Suspects (Scotland)
The 'Scottish National Folk Orchestra' a 22-piece ensemble
Vusi
Mahlasela (South Africa) The enchanting singer / songwriter voice of the
revolution
The list of artists previously confirmed can be found at First WOMEX 2005 Showcases Confirmed.
World Music Central
http://www.worldmusiccentral.org/article.php/20050803101640189