Trip Hop Samba

Mar 12, Jul-Aug 12, Oct-Nov 12

| Brazil

"The future of Brazilian music" says Caetano Veloso about CeU. Being a songwriter herself, she's different from other young singers from Brazil, both clever and erotic.  More...

Jazz

Apr-May 12, Jul-Sep 12, Apr-Jun 13

| Israel

Avishai Cohen is not only a phenomenal musician, but also composer, song-writer and a surprising live performer. He released his new album "Seven Seas" in February 2011 on Blue Note!  More...

Garifuna Music & African Roots

May-Aug 12

| Honduras

He is one of the most exceptional and passionate Garifuna artists of his generation. He is collaborating with AfroPop Star Youssou N’Dour and will release his 2nd album in 2011....  More...

Progressive Jazz, World music

all year 12

| England

This young band from London makes music with an inimitable, beautiful sound...Portico Quartet sounds like nothing you´ve ever heard before.  More...

Jazz, Funk, Groove

May-Aug 12, Oct 12, all year on request 12

| Germany

Mo’ Blow spices up its unique sound of jazz, funk and groove. Mo’ Blow puts jazz into motion, and their music is a brilliant display of how energetic Young German Jazz can be.  More...

Jazz, Classic, Pop

Mar 12, Jun-Aug 12, Oct-Nov 12

| Brazil

Award nominee, Brazilian artist Eliane Elias is known for her distinctive and immediately recognizable musical style which blends her Brazilian roots, her sensuous, alluring voice with her impressive compositional and piano skills.  More...

samba, jazz, classical music

May-Aug 12, Oct-Nov 12, all year on request 12

| Brazil

Virtuosic, brilliant and unique - those are some of the adjectives used to describe this musician who sets world audiences ablaze, developing a career studded with awards.  More...

Contemporary music of the Balkans

May-Aug 12, all year on request 12

| Serbia

He is a magician of music, rooted in the Balkans and nevertheless headed in the 21st Century which in he fully lives.  More...

World-Jazz

all year 12, all year 13

| France

Richard Galliano is worldwide known for having "discovered" the accordion in jazz music. He played more than 150 concerts around the globe last year!   More...

African Chamber Music

May-Jul 12, Oct 12, all year on request 12

| Mali/France

Ballaké Sissoko is known as one of the best kora players in Mali. “The Guardian online” entitled Ballaké Sissoko to be "the second best kora player in both Mali and the world.  More...

Afro-Reggae

Jul-Sep 12, all year on request 12

| Ivory Coast

Tiken Jah Fakoly has established himself as one of the figureheads of the new reggae scene in Africa. Infectious reggae beat with hard-hitting lyrics  More...

Apr-Dec 12

| Berlin, Fresenhagen

"Ton Steine Scherben is the best German Rockband. Afterwards, everybody learnt from then..." ("Rolling Stone" Oktober 2010)  More...

Afro World Mestizo Explosion

May-Sep 12, all year on request 12

| Portugal

It’s no secret that Terrakota is a live band with one of the most energetic shows of the world music scene. A great fusion of sounds - that's Terrakota's world massala!  More...

Popular Brasilian Music

Jun-Aug 12

| Brazil

In 2012 one of the most in-demand Brasilian songwriters and performers is coming back to Europe, with a band of high talented musicians and an amazing project.  More...

Mali Blues

Jul-Aug 12

| Mali

Multi-award-winning for their last album, Bassekou Kouyate and his band belong to the most interesting rediscoveries from Africa.  More...

Yemeni melodies, Blues, Jazz & Funk

May 12, Jul-Aug 12, Oct-Nov 12

| Israel/USA

YEMEN BLUES is a unique meeting of Yemeni melodies, Blues, Jazz & Funk - an energetic and creative firework of some of the most talented musicians from Tel Aviv and New York.  More...

Vocal Jazz in cooperation with Unlimited Myles, Inc

Jul 12, Oct-Nov 12, all year on request 12

| USA

In cooperation with Unlimited Myles, Inc: Gretchen Parlato´s voice is a thing of wonder. Striking the ideal balance between precision and flexibility, she is never predictable! About her new album Billboard Magazine wrote: “The most alluring jazz vocal album of 2009.”  More...

Afro-fusion

Jul-Aug 12, Oct-Nov 12

| Southafrica

A young multi-cultural troupe led by a charismatic lead singer, a lot of unusual instrumentation and youthful charm make up the mixture.  More...

Balkan Beat, Ska

all year 12

| Berlin, Germany

.... BerlinskiBeat: These are musicians of Corvus Corax and Balkan beats DJ Robert Soko. Together they provide the extremely danceable BerlinskiBeat sound.  More...

Jazz, Balkan, Folk

Oct-Dec 12, all year on request 12

| Schwitzerland

Seldom has modern jazz been solively as it is with the young singer Elina Duni. Born in Albania, Duni dips the folk songs of her native country in contemporary jazz of the highest quality.   More...

Progressive Electronic, Progressive Rock

Feb 13

| Germany

Tangerine Dream, this seven time Grammy nominated European band, is a singular phenomenon. As an instrumental band, using just high-end modern technology, simultaneously surrounded by a strong rock'n'roll identity, they hardly fit into any given musical pigeonhole.  More...

Balkanbeat

all year 12

| Slovenia

Magnifico is an entertainer and quick-change artist at the same time. He mixes up Funk, Techno, Twist & R´n´B with Turbofolk and Gypsy-rhythms to create his own soundtrack of the Balkans.  More...

Brazilian Popular Music

all year 12

| Brazil

Bê's music tells stories about her life, about love, joy and disappointment and reflects her dreams of a better world. Her new album "Azul" will be released in september 2011.  More...

Cantautore

Jul-Aug 12, Nov 12, all year on request 12, Feb 13, all year on request 13

| Italy

Gianmaria Testa’s warm, dusky voice tells stories of wind, earth and fog, objects that soar from one horizon to another.  More...

Reggae, Dub, Jazz

Jul-Sep 12, all year on request 12

| USA

Probably no Band in the World combined Roots Reggae and Jazz as skillfully as the Californians and mixing the sound with Dubtunes.  More...

Contemporary Jazz

all year 12

| France

A boy genius of the Jazz piano, whose passionate energy and substance makes his piano playing quite impressive, and whose originality is awe-inspiring.   More...

Folk Rock, Indie, Swing

all year 12

| Oklahoma, USA

Once Audra opens her mouth and lets loose with that voice, pure and strong, with a hint of country twang and a twinkle of good humor, you realize this is what she’s meant to do.  More...

Soul, R'n'B, Blues

Mar-Apr 12, Jul-Aug 12, all year on request 12

| USA

As soon as she stands behind the mic, she turns into a strong young woman who told much by their thoughts and feelings, desires and disappointments.  More...

Contemporary Jazz

May-Aug 12, Oct-Nov 12

| USA

With a chameleonic tone that can sigh, flutter or soar, Akinmusire sounds less like a rising star than one that was already at great heights and just waiting to be discovered.  More...

Contemporary Jazz

all year 12

| Lebanon

Ibrahim Maalouf is the only trumpeter in the world to play the «Quarter-tone trumpet». This trumpet was invented by his father in the sixties.  More...

African Pop Music

Apr-Jun 12, all year on request 12

| Benin

Her musical worlds are boundless. The 4-time Grammy-nominated World music icon from Benin will be on tour in Europe in 2011.  More...

The New Voice from Cape Verde

Sep-Nov 12

| Cape Verde

How beautiful she is! Her personality and talent bring a true breath of freshness to the music of Cape Verde.  More...

Latin Jazz, Afro-Cuban

all year 12, all year 13

| Cuba

The superb Cuban pianist’s new album “Afreecanos” was released in early 2008. Spirit and passion are guaranteed - also live on stage!  More...

Middle Eastern Folk-Pop

all year 12

| Israel

Ethiopian folk music, Arabic poetry, Yemenite chants, Biblical psalms and Caribbean rhythms - with this blend T.I.R.P. has already taken Israel by storm.  More...

Fado

Mar 12, May-Aug 12, Oct-Nov 12, all year on request 12

| Portugal

Ana Moura is an outstanding voice in the new generation of Fado vocalists, transcending her youth with a maturity that speaks of the pain of separation and unrequited love.  More...

Hip Hop, Jazz-Beats, Funk

Apr-Jun 12, all year on request 12

| South Africa

Since their first live recording, Tumi And The Volume have become one of the most popular South African musical exports, enchanting audiences across world.   More...

Reggae

all year 12

| Jamaika

Horace Andy is undeniably one of Jamaica's most distinguished and beloved vocalists. As a roots reggae songwriter and singer, he is known for his falsetto vocals and hit songs.  More...

music from the grasslands

May-Aug 12

| China

Urban Mongols: a leap from folk phenomenon to crossover pioneers without losing their souls  More...

Brazilan Pop

Jul 12, all year on request 12

| Brazil

With over 50 albums released, Gilberto Gil has 12 gold records, 5 platinum albums, 7 grammys and sold more than 4 million records.  More...

Countertenor, Jazz, Samba

all year 12

| Brazil

Since the mid-90’s Edson fascinates audiences in theatres, clubs and big international open-air stages, such as the Montreux Jazz Festival, Music Club Vienna or the Radeberger  More...

World, Jazz, Fusion

all year 12

| India

The star percussionist offers extremly interesting projects for world music and jazz programs.   More...

Electro-Tango

all year 12

| Argentina

A fresh and high profile mix of tango and jazz, contemporary and electronic music.   More...

Italian Jazzpop

May-Jul 12, all year on request 12

| Italy

Try as we might, it is impossible to compare Raphael Gualazzi with anyone. He is different from about everything. However, he is at the centre of music.  More...

Contemporary Jazz

Feb 12, Apr-May 12, Oct 12, all year on request 12

| Germany

The word Minsarah is Hebrew and means "prism". Like a prism showing the colors in light, the trio goes for new sound colors and new ideas in band playing.   More...

Contemporary Jazz

all year 12

| Germany, USA

The association between Lee Konitz and Trio Minsarah dates back quite some years. It started in Cologne, Germany where Lee lived for close to 20 years before returning to NY.  More...

Punk, Rock, Pop

all year 12

| Netherlands

Destine is Holland’s response to bands such as Fall Out Boy or All Time Low. With its distinctive American sound, it's only a matter of time before Destine becomes an established name.   More...

Mbalax, Funk, Soul und Afro Brazilian

May-Aug 12

| Senegal

He is one of the most talented African artists and creates a magical fusion of Mbalax, Funk and Soul and Cuban music.  More...

Raï, Oriental Pop Music

Jun 12, all year on request 12

| Algeria

The king of raï and a great star of world music. For years, he has delighted his fans and has even reached the top of the pop-charts with the hymn “Aicha”.  More...

Big Band/ Contemporary Jazz ECHO JAZZ 2010!

all year 12

| Norway

An unique ensemble, composed of 14 Jazz-Musicians and one "Electronic Master" with an ambitious music arrangement and a touch of absurd Norvegian spirit. Attention: New album out! Highly varied live performance!  More...

Ska / Pop / Punk

all year 12

| Germany

Germany's best and famous Ska-Band has more than 21 years of live experience. After an outrageous Summer Tour 2011, we are looking forward to the winter!  More...

Flamenco, Soul, Jazz

Jul 12

| Spain

She is considered as the new star of flamenco music - an aspiring singer whose husky voice is steeped in R&B and full of Soul. The international press loves her.  More...

Afrobeat

Jun-Jul 12

| Nigeria

Like his father Fela in the 1970's and 80's, Seun Kuti today might become, for a new generation of music lovers, the incarnation of afrobeat.  More...

Mali meets Cuba

Mar-May 12

| Cuba / Mali (in cooperation with Endirecto GmbH)

In Germany, Austria and Switzerland, in collaboration with Endircto this is THE event of wold music in 2011/2012: Special Project with a brilliant line-up that combines the best of Cuban and Malian music.  More...

Popular Brazilian Music

Jun-Jul 12, all year on request 12

| Brazil

The Brazilian angel spread her wings this summer in Europe. With "Bicicletas, bolos e outras alegrias" Vanessa da Mata delivers a wonderful album.  More...

Dub

Jun-Jul 12, all year on request 12

| Great Britain

DUB COLOSSUS - A Town Called Addis is an extraordinary project which combines hypnotic grooves with awesome bluesy vocals and South-Middle African sound.  More...

Funk, Jazz, Salsa

Jun-Aug 12

| Colombia

La-33 is full of Urban flavor! These 12 guys discovered their potencial to become the new ambassadors of Salsa traveling the world with the mission of making move even the stiffest set of hips.  More...

May-Jul 12

| Colombia

Totó is a charismatic living legend, the original ‘Queen of Cumbia’ whose entire life has been dedicated to representing the music of her country’s Caribbean coastline.   More...

Classical Vocal North-African Music

all year 12

| Egypt/Belgium/UK

Natacha Atlas is considered a pioneer in the fusion of Middle Eastern and Electronica styles. By now, she is primarily on tour with her acoustic ensemble but also with Transglobal Underground.  More...

Sufi / Ambient / World-Beat

May-Aug 12, all year on request 12

| Turkey

Turkish born, Montreal based World-Beat musician and DJ/producer subtly fuses the spiritual Sufi music with contemporary sounds – now adding video elements.  More...

african singer-songwriter

Jul-Aug 12, all year on request 12

| France/Zaire

His music is technically progressive expressed by intensive luminosity and crystal clear.  More...

Cuban Pop Music

all year 12

| Cuba

A highly explosive Mix: leaving all stereotypes behind, Raul Paz plays 21st century Cuban music. Very catchy tunes and extremely danceable!   More...

Folk-Pop/Fado

Jun-Aug 12, Oct 12, all year on request 12

| Portugal

Deolinda is a project from Lisbon inspired by fado and its traditional roots in order to create original songs based on portuguese traditional and popular music.  More...

Brazilian Pop

Jun-Aug 12, all year on request 12

| Brazil

Her instant success once gave her the name Queen of Samba-reggae. Today her tours around the world have made her an ambassador of Brazilian pop music.  More...

Singer-Songwriter, contemporary Brazilian Pop

all year 12

| Brazil

His universe reaches from North-eastern music to hard Rock’n Roll. Rhythm always beats in Lenine’s music, but he is also a soft singer-songwriter on the inside.  More...

Tropicalia Sound

all year 12

| Brazil

A great artist who preserves the idea of the Tropicalia Movement like no other. An idol for all contemporary Brazilian artists.  More...

Afro-Brazilian Pop Music

Jun-Aug 12, all year on request 12

| Brazil

A great new album will be out soon and we’ll be able to book some festivals in Europe with this whirlwind of energy who’s a big star in Brazil, Spain and Portugal  More...

African Pop Music

all year 12

| Mali

The "Golden Voice of Africa"!   More...

Electro Tango

Jul 12

| Argentina, Uruguay

Has opened new dimensions for Tango with their mixture of tradition & modernism, of bandoneon & electronic programming & won i.e. a Latin Grammy.  More...

Electro-Swing

all year 12

| France

Caravan Palace – up-beat electro-Swing which guarantees to make you move your feet. This act from Paris gives Swing its adequate stand in the 21. century.  More...

Flamenco Hip Hop

all year 12

| Spain

Brings up a new flamenco vision combining traditional music & dancing elements with fresh hip hop. Her powerful presence guarantees a great mestizo show!  More...

Singer-Songwriter

all year 12

| Germany

He won the "Echo" for best newcomer and toured with artists like Gentleman - certainly he can look back on eventful experience with concerts from Cuba to Marocco!  More...

Jazz, R'n'B, Funk

all year 12

| Germany/Ireland

He is an absolute shooting-star in the jazz scene and is getting excellent international critics for his new album and live concerts! His charismatic attitude guarantee a great show!  More...

Folk, Acoustic Soul

all year 12

| Canada/ France/ Haiti

Laveaux’s distinctive husky purr and folksy, soul-soaked guitar finger picking will make her to a great discovery.  More...

Punk-Rock, Rock

all year 12

| Israel

Useless ID released their first LP in 1996, different projects with for example with The Ataris succeeded. They started with their own label "Falafel Records" and at the beginning of 2012 they will release their new album.  More...

Jazz, Funk, Bluegrass

all year 12

| USA

Throughout his 20-year career as a solo artist, multi Grammy nominated saxophonist Bill Evans has explored a variety of musical settings that go well beyond the confines of traditional jazz...  More...

Contemporary OUD music

all year 12

| Tunisia

Anour Brahem is considered the most recognized Oud virtuoso of our time. Brahem´s complex contemporary compositions between Orient and Occident and the expertly mastery of his instrument are perhaps the reasons why his records sell so well and his concerts are always very successful.  More...

Folk Rock/Acoustic

all year 12

| Israel (in coop. with Klaus Bönisch Konzertagentur)

Passion, uncompromising energy and no resistance- these are characteristics, that are "holy rules" to Asaf Avidan and his band, The Mojos.  More...

Contemporary African Music

Oct-Nov 12

| Mali

Rokia Traoré is back! Her latest album "Tchamantché" is breathtaking. Current African music has never sounded so modern!  More...

Chanson ECHO JAZZ 2010!

all year 12

| Germany

She won the German Jazz Award 2010 as "Best Singer national" and her album "Metamorflores" is unanimously celebrated by the press.  More...

Funk, Jazz

all year 12

| USA

in cooperation with Tsahara Productions - ...full-bodied urban dance grooves,´pop, sweltering funk, irrepressible disco nostalgia, dance-hall-infected reggae/hip-hop jams, and flavourful poly-ethnic dub  More...

French Pop,Afro-Caribbean

| France

Soha has a stunning stage presence. Inspiring music between chanson and Cuban rhythms.   More...

Punk-Rock

all year 12

| USA

They already played at the US Vans Warped Tour and supported The Offspring on their European Tour - their second record "Good views, bad news" was released on August 21st.  More...

Singer/Songwriter

all year 12

| Uruguay

Already been nominated for Grammy & Latin MTV Awards, the Oscar winner of 2005 gets excellent critics and 4 Latin Grammy nominations for his latest album ‘Amar la Trama"!  More...

Indian Diaspora Rock

all year 12

| UK, India

Susheela Raman won with her debut album ’Salt Rain’ the BBC Newcomer Radio 3 Award for World Music in 2002 as well as the Mercury Music Prize.  More...

Acoustic-Punk

| USA (in cooperation with Cardiac Communication Ltd.)

Justin Sane, the lead singer and guitarist of Anti-Flag, will be on his first solo tour in Germany in 2011!  More...