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Urban Zakapa (어반 자카파) are an Indie acoustic jazz rnb trio from South Korea that debuted in 2009. Urban Zakapa is an indie-jazz group consisting of three vocalists. Of the three vocalists, there is one female vocal and two male vocals. The female vocal, Jo Hyun Ah has been featured alongside various artists such as J'Kyun, RIMI, XEPY, Verbal Jint, Cloud Dancer, Steady B, Clazzi and Overclass. Urban Zakapa is one of those bands that can't to be missed out on as they leave a lasting impression on the audience with their musical endeavors. Though the three vocalists carry distinctive...

The long history of war and ceaseless vendettas between various clans is also a reason for the harsh life of the Berbers from the high valleys. And this roughness probably explains the rare force of their music. One of the most spectacular and still untouched Morocco destinations is the scenic Ait Bougmez Valley. This naturally wrapped parcel of land resides in the central High Atlas Mountains. The Ait Bougmez Valley is 200 kilometers east of Marrakech. In addition to the surrounding natural beauty, the architecture is a stunning tribute to Morocco’s more traditional living. Buildings and houses are mud brick,...

Based in Paris, Zakarya is the latest band project from the Jewish music master Yves Weyh. Exploring aspects of Jewish history, humor, rhythms, scales and sensibilities, Zakarya pushes the boundaries of Jewish culture in unexpected and exhilarating ways. Featuring four brilliant young musicians on accordion, electric guitar, bass and percussion, this is an astounding virtuosic debut that challenges traditions both old and new. .

"Guem is a phenomenal African percussionist who came to France when he was 16 to become a professional football player. Instead of this he introduced his crazy African rhythmical patterns to the European avant garde jazz scene of the 70's (Michel Portal, Steve Lacy...). He also released 7 solo albums mostly on French ethnic musIc label La Chant Du Monde. During his career which started 25 years ago he has been experimenting with all types of rhythms and sounds. For example he recorded an album in Brazil in 82 with local percussionists (available on vinyl LP). It would be meaningless...

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