Miriam Makeba was Africa's first and greatest international superstar, a diva as well known for her dramatic life and political role as for her thrilling, versatile voice. Read More
Following an embarrassing rendition of the country's national anthem by Ras Dumisani at the Springboks game in France last weekend, South Africans have been urged to learn the anthem's words. Read More
Not all great art is born of rebellion, but a little angst certainly never hurt. Read More
While they may have had limited chart success, the reach of Kraftwerk's influence in music is immeasurable. Read More
Isthmus presents Band to Band Combat, sponsored by Rolling Rock. Registered bands in the Madison Music Project will compete against one another for votes in a tournament, with the two winners facing off in a concert at the Frequency on Thursday, November 19. Read More
Even though they went on a little early, Beast put on highly energized set for the small but attentive crowd at Arlene's and in the end, they won me over as a fan of their live show (I'm gonna go back and revisit the record now). Read More
Anticipation for the forthcoming Kraftwerk box set, The Catalogue, is understandably high. Read More
A seminal Bronx DJ during the 1970s, Afrika Bambaataa ascended to godfather status with Planet Rock, the 1982 hip-hop classic ... Read the full Afrika Bambaataa bio.