WOMAD 2014 recaps this annual festival held in Wiltshire, which was founded in 1980 by Peter Gabriel and launched in 1982. Fabian Alsultany attended this year’s festival and shares some of his experiences. Alongside Derek Beres he features songs by artists who performed at this year’s festivities, including Fat Freddy’s Drop, Sinead O’Connor, Youssou N’Dour, Karsh … Continue reading "05: WOMAD 2014"

Over the last half-century Indian music has made a global impact, permeating numerous styles and influencing countless artists. On this episode Fabian Alsultany and Derek Beres explore Indian musicians working both outside and inside of India, as well as DJs and producers influenced by the sounds of this rich nation. Features tracks by Karsh Kale, … Continue reading "04: India Beyond India"

GlobeSonic DJs Fabian Alsultany & Derek Beres tune into the best international songs of 2014…so far. The artists include Eccodek, Alsarah & the Nubatones, Sheela Bringi, Susheela Raman, Stromae, Ester Rada and many more.  Alsultany and  Beres, both veteran world music industry professionals, explore the culture and context of the music while leading you on a … Continue reading "03: The Best of 2014…So Far"

GlobeSonic’s Fabian Alsultany and Derek Beres focus on rebel music from around the world. Music by Vieux Farka Toure, Seun Kuti, Emel Mathlouthi, Pussy Riot and, of course, Bob Marley. Veteran world music industry professionals Alsultany and Beres explore the culture and context of the music while leading you on a journey through this amazing planet of sounds. … Continue reading "02: Rebel Music"

GlobeSonic’s Fabian Alsultany and Derek Beres launch episode #1  by exploring the new sound of the Middle East. Music by U-Cef, Niyaz, The Spy From Cairo, Rachid Taha, Yasmin Hamdan and much more. Veteran world music industry professionals Alsultany and Beres explore the culture and context of the music while leading you on a journey through this … Continue reading "01: The New Middle East"