globe womadelaide 2004

2004 Artists
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abbie cardwell
abbie cardwell Triple J Unearthed winner Abbie Cardwell captivates with her seductive voice, percussive guitar style and luscious grooves.
www.abbiecardwell.com




dirty lucy
dirty lucy
A winning combination of electric violin, mandolin and earthy melodies. Their style has made them one of Australia’s most sought-after new bands.
www.dirtylucy.com.au


eliza cathy
eliza cathy
The daughter of folk icons Martin Carthy and Norma Waterson, this outrageously talented artist makes music which is born of tradition yet utterly contemporary.
www.elizanet.org.uk


hamid baroudi
hamid baroudi
Hot and highly charged, Hamid’s vocals reflect an amazing North African/Indian/European mix, as adventurous as it is unique.
www.hamidbaroudi.com




inti illimani
inti illimani
Music which weds many traditional instruments of the Andes and Latin America to make a haunting and lyrical music of beauty and emotional power.
By arrangement with Hocking and Vigo.

www.inti-illimani.cl


kila
kila
Fresh and wild, Kila are back in 2004 with their high energy mix of freewheeling instrumentals, lilting airs, furious jigs and reels and memorable songs.
By arrangement with Little Big Touring.
www.kila.ie



los cabrones
los cabrones
This powerhouse of six horn players and a nine-piece rhythm section will induce a sweat-soaked salsa frenzy!



mary coughlan
mary coughlan
Captivating from the first note, Mary is an inspiring singer/songwriter with a powerful voice and strong jazzy style.
By arrangement with Seamus Finneren.




oki kano
oki kano
A mesmerising mixture of chants and rhythms drawn from the Ainu culture of Japan.
Supported by the Japan Foundation.
www.tonkori.com
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r carlos nakai
r carlos nakai
A five time Grammy Award nominee, this inspiring and groundbreaking Navajo/Ute flutist/composer has singlehandedly elevated the humble cedar flute from cultural artefact to versatile contemporary instrument. By arrangement with Ku Promotions.
www.rcarlosnakai.com



slava & leonard grigoryan
slava & leonard grigoryan
These two immensely talented guitarists, Slava and his younger brother Leonard, will play the music of Argentina’s Astor Piazzolla and Brazil’s Radames Gnattali.
www.slavagrigoryan.com



souad massi
souad massi
Her captivating voice, combined with the impeccable musicianship of her band - playing electric and Flamenco guitars, Arabic lute, Saharan acoustic bass and metal castanets - make for an unforgettable experience.
www.souadmassi.com.fr
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the cat empire
the cat empire
If you haven’t heard of them yet - where have you been?! This young six-piece group has taken Australia by storm with their sassy lyrics and catchy tunes, mixing hiphop, funk, jazz and Cuban sounds.
www.thecatempire.com


waak waak jungi
waak waak jungi
With passion, strength and a rare subtlety, the music of internationally acclaimed cross-cultural group Waak Waak Jungi explores the voice of Aboriginal Australia, from the strictly traditional to cutting-edge contemporary.
www.waakwaakjungi.com




yilila
yilila
Exceptional musicians and powerful dancers, Yilila is a group from Arnhem Land whose culture is unique to only a handful of Aboriginal communities.
www.skinnyfishmusic.com.au




zakir hussain
zakir hussain
A classical tabla virtuoso of the highest order, Zakir is a consistently brilliant performer, with an intuitive style and formidable improvisation skills.



     abdullah ibrihim
abdullah ibrahim
A true icon of African music, Abdullah Ibrahim forges a unique bridge between classical piano and jazz improvisation, making an original music which is both of Africa and yet musically free.
www.abdullahibrahim.com


dhol intentions crew
dhol intentions crew
Get ready to dance to bhangra and Bollywood beats with the Dhol Intentions’ three DJs, drummer and eight dancers - a taste of outdoor clubbing, Indian style!
www.dholintentions.com




gilberto gil
gilberto gil
One of Brazil’s most individual and best-loved voices and a founder of Tropicalismo, which blends various regional influences with rock music. His one-off performance at WOMADelaide will be a milestone event.
By arrangement with the New Zealand Festival of Arts.
www.gilbertogil.com.br


howie sumner
howie sumner
A Ngarrindjeri man who loved gospel and blues music from a young age, Howie has a unique voice and a simple but engaging style.



joseph tawadros
joseph tawadros
This tremendous young oud virtuoso has an exceptional talent for `taqasim' (improvising) and has been taught and nurtured by some of Egypt's finest musicians.
www.josephtawadros.com (site should go live soon!)


leo
leo
Eight fabulous French musicians perform with huge energy and vitality. A surprising mix of gypsy, ska, java and punk music, combining indie rock with French inspired realist songs.
By arrangement with Top Shelf Productions
www.hurlements.com



mark atkins
mark atkins
A didjeridoo master, storyteller, drummer and songwriter, Mark Atkins has performed across the world. He will be accompanied by guest musicians, Jade Parris and Pu Yu McLeod.
www.markatkins.cjb.net


monsieur camambert
monsieur camambert
Gutsy, emotive and irresistibly dance-able music, played with originality, virtuosity and humour. Monsieur Camembert will "carry you on a wave of energy, excitement and poignancy that never relents." (SMH)
www.monsieurcamembert.com


oumou sangare
oumou sangare
With her defiant beauty, courage, intelligence and extraordinary voice, Oumou is more than just a gifted singer - she is a phenomenon.
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savinna yannatou
savinna yannatou
A pure, peerlessly evocative voice which can make time stand still and your own heart beat with both excitement and peace.
Supported by the Ministry of Culture in Greece
www.savinayannatou.com


sotho sounds
sotho sounds
With astonishing home-made instruments, their performance and vocal range has a fresh sound inspired by gospel, township jive, hiphop and reggae.



sultan khan
sultan khan
Eighth generation master of the sarangi, Khan is one of India’s foremost musicians, renowned for his technical and melodic mastery over this complex instrument.
By arrangement with the Nataraj Cultural centre and assisted by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations.


tinariwen
tinariwen
Be carried away on a rhythmic journey by these nomadic inhabitants of the Sahara, famous for their gentle bluesy guitar and contemporary style of Touareg music.



xavier rudd
xavier rudd
One man, many instruments; with his rhythmic and rootsy sound, achingly soulful voice, passion and energy, Xavier Rudd’s star is on the rise.
www.xavierrudd.com




youssou ndour
youssou ndour and the super etoile de dakar
Youssou’s magnificent voice and compulsive "mbalax" sound have dazzled millions across the world. Youssou returns to Australia for the first time since the very first WOMADelaide as part of the 1992 Adelaide Festival.
www.youssou.com


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