26 APR 2024 · Odd Okoddo is a duo from Kenya and Germany, comprised of Olith Ratego and Sven Kacirek. The two artists crossed paths in Kenya around ten years ago when Sven Kacirek was working on his album "Kenya Sessions," which gained him recognition as a global producer. In 2018, they officially formed the project ODD OKODDO, combining their diverse talents seamlessly. Together, they create an energetic and vibrant sound that showcases Ratego's impressive vocal range and variety of tones alongside Kacirek's exceptional percussion skills. Olith Ratego specializes in singing in a musical style known as "dodo," originating from the shores of Lake Victoria in Kenya. This traditional female singing style is widely popular among Luo communities. In our discussion, we delved into Olith's deep passion for music from a young age, the significant influence of Tabu Osusa (a passionate Afro-Fusion producer who discovered him), the encounter with Sven, and various aspects of Dodo music in addition to their debut album Auma which was launched in 2019. It's been such a fantastic chance to meet Olith and Seven, truly extraordinary individuals. Olith has this incredible talent for crafting musical instruments that bring joy and inspiration to others. I encourage you to listen and immerse yourself in the wonderful sonic journey they create! 🎧 Let's talk about today's episode: 👉🏻 Let's connect on https://www.instagram.com/musictravelguide/?hl=en 👉🏻 Drop me a note at https://musictravelguide.net/contact-us/ I love hearing from you! Join our upcoming Online Q&A Session w/ Vitor Cabral! I want to extend an invitation for you to join us in an exciting live Q&A session on May 7th at 7 pm. Our special guest will be Vitor Cabral, a talented drummer, percussionist, and producer hailing from São Paulo, Brazil.  During the session, Vitor will guide us through the fascinating musical traditions of Brazil. He'll also be answering all of your burning questions about his creative process as an independent artist. To take part in this exclusive event, sign up for our Club Membership today https://musictravelguide.net/club-membership/.

10 FEB 2024 · Ma Nu is a renowned DJ in the underground scene of northern Italy, and he has gained recognition as one of the resident artists at the prestigious Jazz Re:Found Festival. 🎷 Additionally, Ma Nu plays a vital role in Riviera Gang Crew, an influential organization that has been leading the electric clubbing scene in north-western Italy for several years. In our conversation, we talked about "Liguria Transatlantica," a vinyl collection that focuses entirely on a unique Italian Jazz scene found in Liguria, which is located in the northwest region of Italy. This area has a special connection to South American and Brazilian jazz, not only musically but also lyrically. The compilation and his "music migrations" ideas have also evolved into a festival known as "Transatlantica," held in Genova, the capital city of Liguria. Meeting Ma Nu was a wonderful opportunity to explore a musical movement that deserves attention, shedding light on the inspiring link between Italian music traditions and black music. Take pleasure in listening! 🎧 Want to talk about today's episode with a community of music enthusiasts? Join our Club Membership today 👉🏻 by starting your https://musictravelguide.net/club-membership/ and connect with artists, musicians and black music lovers from all around the world. I asked Ma Nu to compile a list of tracks to describe the Bossa Ligure Sound. There it is 👉🏻 enjoy listening https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI24MtxhM7uTCxM0zkmT4pqtPYB0YaZfT&si=cSpvtrNj-WrCWiOq!

18 NOV 2023 · Eve Risser, a talented performer, composer, and arranger from France, is the founder of The Red Desert Orchestra. This ensemble comprises nine skilled European musicians and was founded by Risser herself. The group focuses on two main programs: Kogoba Basigui and Eurythmia. Kogoba Basigui originated from collaborating with seven (now six) Malian musicians based in Bamako (Kaladjula Band). In comparison, Eurythmia involves the collaboration of the Red Desert Orchestra with three Burkinabe musicians residing in France. Within this framework, Eve Risser showcases her skills and talent by fusing European orchestral sounds, free jazz, and the vibrant musical heritage of Mali to guide you through a spiritual journey inspired by her work with Nainy Diabaté. Our chat covered numerous fascinating facets of the Red Desert Orchestra. We started with Eve's reflections on the JazzFest performance, her connection to African and Malian music, and the challenges of managing a music project that bridges African and French influences, both musically and sociologically. To finish, Eve shared insights into her significant sources of inspiration drawn from Malian music. Meeting Eve was a wonderful opportunity to explore a powerful ensemble with the primary goal of positively impacting the world. Take pleasure in listening! 🎧 Let's talk about today's episode: 👉🏻 Let's connect on https://www.instagram.com/musictravelguide/?hl=en 👉🏻 Drop me a note at https://musictravelguide.net/contact-us/ I love hearing from you! Interested in participating in our upcoming Online Community Event? I want to invite you to participate in our online gathering next Tuesday at 7 pm. We'll be delving into our monthly topic: the impact of Social Media on the Music Industry. This is a fantastic chance to explore how social media influences artist promotion and other significant roles in today's online landscape. To participate, sign up for our Club Membership today and enjoy a 7-day FREE trial by clicking https://musictravelguide.net/club-membership/.

14 SEP 2023 · Nicola Conte, a talented Italian DJ, producer, guitarist, and bandleader, has gained recognition for his distinctive contributions to the acid jazz genre. Growing up in the charming city of Bari in southern Italy, he always had a deep passion for expressing himself through music. Inspired by his journeys to London and influenced by what was happening between jazz and clubs in the UK with people like Paul Murphy and Gilles Peterson, Nicola embarked on a mission to cultivate an alternative cultural scene by putting on parties with other forward-thinking DJs and musicians within Bari. This led him to establish the renowned Fez Club - a vibrant space where individuals could fully immerse themselves in an entirely new world inspired by London's dynamic cultural landscape. In doing so, Nicola laid the groundwork for what would become known as the Italian acid jazz movement. Through his creativity and musical prowess, Nicola has left an indelible mark on the industry while continuing to captivate audiences worldwide with his unique soundscapes. I'm highly grateful for having the chance to sit down with Nicola, as he also shared advice on spreading culture by studying music and great insights for aspiring DJs and musicians who want to express themselves through music. Enjoy listening! 🎧 Curious to know about our Club Membership? By joining the Music Travel Guide Club, you open up to exciting community events and broaden your music knowledge through our guest speaker's insights. Join the https://musictravelguide.net/club-membership/ 👈🏻

11 AUG 2023 · Alogte Oho is the number one Frafra gospel artist from within the vibrant music scene of Bolgatanga in Northern Ghana. Bolgatanga and its environs are the birthplace of most of the musicians in Frafra country and, thus, the cultural epicentre of northern Ghana. At thirteen, Oho joined the church choir, deeply impressed by its energy and spirituality, and gained his first experience of professional studio recordings. In 2013, Oho met German producer Max Weissenfeldt, with whom he recorded the internationally acclaimed album 'Mam Yinne Wa'. (2013) In today's episode, I Oho and Max Weissenweldt will take you on a journey to what Frafra Gospel really is, the story of their first meeting in Ghana, and the inspirations behind their latest works; above all, 'O Yinne!' (Album, 2023). Having the chance to meet Oho and Max was an absolute delight. It provided a valuable opportunity to gain insight into a scene I genuinely hope will flourish and make its mark globally. Enjoy listening! 🎧 Curious to know about our Club Membership? By joining the Music Travel Guide Club, you open up to exciting community events and broaden your music knowledge through our guest speaker's insights. You can learn more and join the https://musictravelguide.net/club-membership/

22 JUN 2023 · On this Club members-only Talk Series, I am excited to welcome multi-instrumentalist, composer, producer, DJ, and collector Mauricio Fleury. For over two decades, Mauricio has been a dynamic presence in the vibrant city of São Paulo. For the last 20 years, Mauricio has been on the road and in studio with great artists from Brazil and abroad, such as Gal Costa, João Donato, Bixiga 70, Tony Allen, Quantic, and Marlena Shaw. Mauricio discusses one of the most underrated Brazilian genius, Pedro Santos. As a first track, we listened to Desengano da Vista - a track included in Pedro dos Santos' 1968 psychedelic Brazilian masterpiece https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DRk-4WdsN9w&t=333s. I am very grateful to Mauricio for generously giving his time, humour and insightful anecdotes. Speaking of our Club, I am thrilled to announce that our brand-new Community Membership is about to open its door officially. 🎉 For this occasion, we invite you to join us on JUNE 27 at 7 pm (CEST) for a special FREE ONLINE COMMUNITY EVENT in conversation with Red Bird and Strokovic. Get ready to connect with fellow music lovers and meet DJs, musicians, producers and singers/songwriters worldwide. https://musictravelguide.net/community-launch-event/ We can't wait to meet you!

31 MAR 2023 · In today's episode, I sit down with Berlin-based jazz poet, vocalist and pianist Sean Haefeli to discuss his thinking process in jazz poetry and how Strata Records - The Sound of Detroit Reimagined by Jazzanova (Album - 2022) came to life. I hope you take something amazing from our chat! Enjoy the listening 🎧 Want to join a community of black music lovers? 📆 Do not miss our next Online Meetup on April 4 at 7 pm (CET) 🎶 Meet great music enthusiasts and connect with DJs, musicians, & Record collectors. https://www.eventbrite.de/e/music-travel-guide-meetup-online-edition-djs-musicians-vinyl-lovers-tickets-591255058797 Is there something particular you'd love to share/ask me? https://www.speakpipe.com/musictravelguide Connect with Music Travel Guide: https://chipper-trailblazer-105.ck.page/aa2f792b99 to keep updated on our next events and receive a curated list of the best jazz events and club nights in Berlin. Follow Music Travel Guide on https://www.instagram.com/musictravelguide/?hl=en. Want to support Music Travel Guide? ❤️ So if you value everything I share and want to support Music Travel Guide in preserving the legacy of black music, https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maikolpiardi. Thank you so much for your support! 🙏

27 FEB 2023 · In today's episode, I sit down with the great London-based saxophonist and composer Camilla George to discover more about the new UK jazz scene revival and her latest release 'Ibio-Ibio' (Album - 2022). Listen in and enjoy this insightful chat! 🎧🙂 Want to join a community of black music lovers? Do not miss our first Community Event on March 25 at Rhinoçeros in Berlin. Meet great music enthusiasts and join us for an inspiring afternoon to explore Afro-Brazilian music with Mauricio Fleury. https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/music-travel-guide-talk-series-feat-mauricio-fleury-tickets-566195625357 Is there something particular you'd love to share/ask me? https://www.speakpipe.com/musictravelguide Connect with Music Travel Guide: https://chipper-trailblazer-105.ck.page/aa2f792b99 to keep updated on our next events and receive a curated list of the best jazz events and club nights in Berlin. Follow Music Travel Guide on https://www.instagram.com/musictravelguide/?hl=en. Want to support Music Travel Guide? ❤️ So if you value everything I share and want to support Music Travel Guide in preserving the legacy of black music, https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maikolpiardi. Thank you so much for your support! 🙏

30 JAN 2023 · The Paradise Garage. One of the most important and influential clubs in New York. Michele Saunders, a Parisian native turned lifelong New Yorker, knows it well. Growing up listening to her father's records, Michele found her passion in exploring the crossroads between Jazz and Rock at least. Her lifelong passion for music took shape when she moved to America, catching the world-famous Amateur night at the Apollo Theatre in Haarlem and experiencing the legendary Paradise Garage alongside Larry Levan. In today's chat, we discussed all this, starting from her childhood, the time spent in New York City in the 70s and 80s and, of course, the legendary Paradise Garage. Enjoy listening 🎧 Today's episode is sponsored by https://www.luv-your-house.de/ - House Music Dj Collective Berlin. Don't miss their live set at https://www.luv-your-house.de/event/luv-your-house-09-02-2023-paloma-berlin/ 02:50 Growing up listening to Jazz 06:18 James Balwin & The Cellar 08:00 The introduction at the Paradise Garage 14:02 A church on the dancefloor 15:27 The music at the Paradise Garage 16:59 New York Dance Music Culture in the early '80s 21:20 Larry Levan 23:47 The last night at the Paradise Garage 27:53 The history NYC club Better Days Would you like to discuss today's episode with a global community of music enthusiasts? Music Travel Guide is an online and in-person music lover community hosting speaking events on record collecting and all things black music. Join us on February 7 for the next ONLINE Music Travel Guide Meetup! 👉 https://www.eventbrite.de/e/music-travel-guide-meetup-online-edition-djs-musicians-vinyl-lovers-tickets-525431940077 Connect with Music Travel Guide: https://chipper-trailblazer-105.ck.page/aa2f792b99 to keep updated on our next events and receive a curated list of the best jazz events and club nights in Berlin. Follow Music Travel Guide on https://www.instagram.com/musictravelguide/?hl=en. Want to support Music Travel Guide? ❤️ So if you value everything I share with you and want to support Music Travel Guide in preserving the legacy of black music, https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maikolpiardi. Thank you so much for your support! 🙏

6 DEC 2022 · "I felt more connected to the keyboard because it just encompasses everything. You can play rhythm, bass, harmony and melody." The keyboard. That's how I met Àbáse. Such an exceptional and pure talent. Szabolcs blends rhythms and melodies from all over the world. He has been living in Berlin since 2018, growing up in Budapest and listening to jazz and hip-hop. The two biggest influences are Africa and Brazil. In all this, his love for creating creative black music. In today's episode, we started talking about his first steps into music, the importance of living in Rio de Janerio and Salvador discovering Brazilian music legends, to his latest album, "Laroyê",. I hope you enjoy the exchange! 🙂🎙 09:36 The importance of club culture 11:46 Hip-Hop: the biggest inspiration 16:27 Exploring Brazil and its music culture 21:59 The creation process behind "Laroyê" (Album - 2021) 32:57 Salvador: the cradle of Brazil's Afro-Brazilian heritage 36:36 Marcos Valle 37:40 Àbáse's musical concept 40:00 Àbáse & Stevo Atambire (Album "Invocation" - 2019) Want to join a community of black music lovers, musicians and vinyl collectors worldwide? Join us on December 13th for the next ONLINE Music Travel Guide Meetup! Free Registrations Here 👉 https://www.eventbrite.de/e/music-travel-guide-meetup-virtual-edition-djs-musicians-vinyl-lovers-tickets-473959404337 Is there something particular you'd love to share/ask me? SEND A VOICEMAIL 👉 https://www.speakpipe.com/musictravelguide Follow MUSIC TRAVEL GUIDE 👇 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/musictravelguide/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@musictravelguide Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maikol.piardi Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/musictravelguide Subscribe on iTunes: https://apple.co/3jzLb5m Want to SUPPORT MUSIC TRAVEL GUIDE? ❤️ So if you value everything I share with you and want to support Music Travel Guide in preserving the legacy of black music, you can buy me a "coffee" here. 👉 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/maikolpiardi Thank you so much for your support! 🙏