Luzazul is a band that comes from The Netherlands, and which combines influences from different worlds. Brazil, Flamenco, Portuguese Fado, African and groovy organic beats come together and form a passionate and warm sound, original and unique.
The virtuos flamenco guitar, the characteristic sound of the wurlitzer, groovy bass and subtle rhythms, together with the warm voice of Magda Mendes, form the basis of the sound of Luzazul. The Portuguese/Dutch band, brought together by Martijn Morselt, has released an impressive debut CD.
A CD with intimate world songs, varying from delicious sunny to melancholic passion, and which was received by de media with enthusiasm (see de reviews under mail)
For the live performances Luzazul has formed a very strong band, with the spicy flamenco guitarist Alain Labrie (Da Gaia, Labryenco), pianist/keyboard player Emiel van Rijthoven (Sensual) en groovy percussionists Udo Demandt (Primos del Norte, Monsieur Dubois) and Roel Calister (At’awó, Orange Groove, Izaline Calister).
Hey Luzazul! Bedankt voor jullie fantastisch mooie muziek, en uiteraard voor de vriendschap. Ik ben overigens erg benieuwd naar de concertagenda; gaan jullie wellicht op Mundial optreden? Hartelijke groet, Wil
Viva a amizade! Apareça para um café e ouça a nova canção "Comboio Descendente". Beijos Couple Coffee ................... It's good to be friends! Drop in for a cup of coffee and listen to the new song "Comboio Descendente". Kisses Couple Coffee
We have a lot of great shows coming up in the near future. You'll find more info on: www.myspace.com/worldconnection & www.worldconnection.nl
NEW ARTIST NECO NOVELLAS
World Connection has signed a brand new artist. His name is Neco Novellas. He plays with two brothers and two sisters. It's a family affair! The music is both funky and smooth and a blend of Mozambican melodies and grooves. Soon there'll be more to tell about this upcoming star... in the meantime, check out his profile on myspace: www.myspace.com/neconovellas
Neco will perform at the presentation of the new World Music & Beyond Magazine "Beyond" on May 23 in BIMHUIS, Amsterdam - NL. You can also have a preview of him on June 16, Mundial, Tilburg - NL and June 17, Amsterdam Roots, Amsterdam - NL.
NEW ALBUM BOLE 2 HARLEM
World Connection will be launching a new album on the 28 of May: Bole 2 Harlem. It's a musical trip from the Etheopian inlands to uptown Harlem, NYC. The mix of modern and traditional musicstyles is infectuous and this album is without any doubt the hottest summer album of 2007!
"Killer beats and infectious blending of Etheopian meleodies funk, funk & hip-hop" Billboard Magazine (USA)
Click on the link to see a clip & read more:
www.myspace.com/bole2harlem
SUMMER TOURS WORLD CONNECTION
For more information about the tours of Mariza, Sara Tavares, N
Hi Luz Azul, thanks for your friendship!
We are really happy to tell you our new cd 'YA DUNYA' is finally available at your local record store (Europe) or through iTunes or bol.com.
We are getting really great reviews, but you buying the cd makes us buying a beer and than we are both happy! :-)
kind regards and maybe our paths will cross this year!