Motor City Drum Ensemble is made up of only one member: the German house expert drummer Danilo Plessow. His style is described as both futuristic and harkening to the past, and he combines the genres of jazz, soul, and techno in a way that truly represents his love for his hometown of Detroit. He got his start in music... read full bio
Mr Eazi is a Nigerian singer-songwriter and entrepreneur. He is said to be a leading pioneer in Banku music, which is a mix of Ghanaian highlife and Nigerian chord progressions and patterns. He has released three mixtapes, “About to Blow”, “Life Is Eazi, Vol. 1”, and “Life Is Eazi, Vol 2.”. Mr Eazi has been nominated for several awards and... read full bio
Mulatu Astatke is a well-known composer, arranger and musician from Ethiopia who plays the piano, organ, vibraphone and percussion. He is also recognized as the father of Ethio-jazz, a distinctive fusion of pop, modern jazz, traditional Ethiopian music, Latin rhythms, Caribbean reggae and Afro-funk. He spent a large portion of the 1970s extending the boundaries of Ethiopian music by working both domestically and... read full bio
The tribe "Crown of Un" in Yorubaland, Nigeria, is where Muva of Earth, an alternative jazz vocalist and member of ASCENDING SOULSTRESS, hails from. Born and reared in London, growing up with Amy Winehouse and Beyoncé as influences in both London and Kent, for Muva of Earth, returning to London in her teenage years was a significant turning point since... read full bio
Nadia Tehran was influenced by her mixed culture. Growing up in Sweden and raised by Muslim Iranian parents, she experienced an upbringing that played a huge role in her musical identity. With a background rich in culture, Tehran draws out aspects of the Middle East and Europe to create her own unique sound. Tehran has released some controversial sounds, confronting... read full bio
Naïka is a Haitian and French artist, born in Miami, Florida, who has been passionate about music since a young age. Her childhood experiences, living and traveling internationally with her family, exposed her to a diverse range of cultures and music styles from Europe, Africa, and the Caribbean. This rich background has informed her unique artistic perspective, which blends modern... read full bio
Organic-electronic tracks that a feminist quintet recorded in Togo. Voodoo spirit and heritage geared for the dance floor. There are five of them, five fingers that resemble a single hand that is prepared to make a fist, to strike a table with force, or to tenderly touch the earth. All of them were raised in Togo, which is close to Benin... read full bio
Nathalie Joachim is a Haitian-American artist, flutist, composer, and vocalist from Brooklyn, New York. Apart from her solo career, Joachim has been the co-founder of the urban art pop duo, Fluxtronix. She is known for being able to perform anything from classical to indie-rock and is also known for being an advocate for social change and cultural awareness. Joachim has... read full bio
NATIVE Sound System is a radio program broadcast in the United Kingdom and presented by Sholzstilltippin and Addy Edgal from their studio in London. It may be heard on NTS Radio every Friday at 5 o'clock in the afternoon. The show documents African culture while showcasing upcoming musical talents from Africa. The show's focus is on African music. The show... read full bio
Originating from the thriving music scene of Guinea, West Africa, Natu Camara has become an international star because to her captivating presence and strong voice. Born in the heart of West Africa, she is a powerful singer and songwriter whose presence and music reverberate as a perfect fusion of iconic voices like Tina Turner, Tracy Chapman, Nina Simone, and Miriam... read full bio
With an expanding fan base on the mainland and beyond, the very popular Hawaiian sounds of the Natural Vibrations is growing tremendously. Natural Vibrations is also known as many different names, including Natty Vibes, Natural Vibes, or purely Da Vibes. Their reggae sounds are combined with hard partying, fun-loving pop and rock. The band is made up of six different... read full bio
Nella is an up-and-coming Venezuelan world music and jazz artist who has most recently been a Latin Grammy Award Winner for Best New Artist. Nella is from the Venezuelan Island of Margarita and she has recently graduated from Berklee College of Music where she shone as a soloist. Nella’s music stems from her country’s folklore roots and the music of... read full bio
Nerija, a group of musicians based in London who have won the Jazz Newcomer Parliamentary Jazz Award and been nominated for the Jazz FM Breakthrough Act of the Year, perform vibrant and unique music that draws inspiration from jazz, hip hop, afrobeat and South African Township. The seven-piece ensemble contains up-and-coming musicians including guitarist Shirley Tetteh (Maisha, Gary Crosby's Groundation), trumpeter... read full bio
The music of Latin Grammy Award Winning Flautist Nestor Torres reflects a layering of influences; a range of tastes and textures, from Smooth and Latin Jazz to Classical and Pop. He is to the flute what Chris Botti is to the trumpet and Herbie Hancock to the piano. Nestors performances are exceptionally dynamic, inspiring_mesmerizing. We would prepare a repertoire consistent... read full bio
Nihiloxica is a project that employs a dark, techno-sensible prism to concentrate the full power of Uganda's old Bugandan drumming culture on the modern dance floor. The cross-continental band, comprised of UK musicians Spooky-J & pq and members of the Nilotika Cultural Ensemble, was founded by them and was nurtured in Kampala by renowned label Nyege Nyege Tapes. They explore the... read full bio
Niki Jacobs- singer, recording artist, and founder of Nikitov- has been a pioneer of Yiddish music for over fifteen years. Since her debut in the music industry, she has released four studio albums and an EP. She has performed across Europe, including at the Royal Cocertgebouw in Amsterdam, and at the Jewish Festivals in Munich, Vienna and Budapest. Niki also... read full bio
Nila is an Indian-English singer, composer, multi-instrumentalist, and ceremonialist. She sings in English and incorporates mantras and folk music with contemporary electronics into her medicinal songs. She is fascinated by ancient languages and blends lyrics from Peru and India. She creates soul-nourishing and uplifting music, and she frequently sings in ceremonial contexts, directing people back to Spirit and themselves through activities... read full bio
Israeli superstar Noa, whose recent recording of classic Israeli songs with the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra was an enormous success, will return to North America in April 2013, performing these cultural treasures created by Israel's most illustrious songwriters.... read full bio
A nationally beloved star, Noura Mint Seymali, is a singer, songwriter, and instrumentalist from Mauritania. Nouras father, Seymali, and stepmother, Dimi, were important musical figures in Mauritania who helped her gain experience in the world of performances. By the age of 13, Noura was composing and touring with her stepmother as a backup singer. With the help of her grandmother,... read full bio
Nu Genea, formerly known as Nu Guinea, is an eclectic group from Naples that seamlessly blends various musical genres such as funk, disco, electronic, and world music. Founded by Lucio Aquilina and Massimo Di Lena, the group has been creating innovative music since its inception. Their debut album, "Nuova Napoli," released in 2018, received critical acclaim and put them on the... read full bio
