The first volume of Sonetos del Amor Oscuro is finally out in the world. Released on November 21st, the album marks the beginning of a four-part musical journey inspired by the timeless, dream-laden poetry of Federico García Lorca. Since its release, the album has already begun to gather glowing praise. Written in Music highlights the […]
Pajarita De Papel, the second single on the upcoming album by Sonetos del Amor Oscuro, is all yours. Sonetos del Amor Oscuro, is an ode brought to life by four enchanted souls, their hearts entwined as they weave harmonies and rhythms through the spellbinding words of Granada’s poet, Federico García Lorca. Lorca pressed language to its […]
Sonetos del Amor Oscuro: On Friday 6 February, Sonetos del Amor Oscuro will bring their poetic and passionate music to life in the unique setting of the Gravensteen (Ghent). Sonetos del Amor Oscuro is an ode performed by four wondrous souls who have woven and conjured their hearts with harmonies and rhythms that wander endlessly […]
Sonetos del Amor Oscuro is an ode brought to life by four enchanted souls, their hearts entwined as they weave harmonies and rhythms through the spellbinding words of Granada’s poet, Federico García Lorca. Lorca pressed language to its limits—words colliding like tectonic plates, shaping vast plains into soaring poetic mountains. He dressed them in a […]
With Dub Takes, Belgian dub explorers Kosmo Sound dive headfirst into the echo chamber, inviting four heavyweight remixers to deconstruct, reimagine, and elevate their sound. Pressed on a 10’’ vinyl, this release is a journey through the many shades of dub, from raw and spacious riddims to deep, meditative grooves. On the A-side, Ferocious Dub […]
We are thrilled to announce that Zephyrus Records has been ranked No. 9 in the WOMEX Top 20 Labels of the Year 2025! The WOMEX Top Label Award, presented in collaboration with World Music Charts Europe and the Transglobal World Music Chart, highlights the most impactful independent labels worldwide. This year’s ranking reflects releases from […]
The Heptatonics is het nieuwe project van gitarist en componist Wouter Rosseel, bekend van het Jamaican Jazz Orchestra. Waar hij met JJO eerder de link legde tussen Jamaicaanse ritmes en jazz, zoekt hij met The Heptatonics nadrukkelijk een ander pad op. De band wordt gedragen door de krachtige, soulvolle stem van Kapinga Gysel, die de […]
Echo’s Van De Bergen out today! Echo’s van de Bergen is a multidisciplinary music project by singer and musician Farnoosh Khodadadeh, originally created as a stage production for young audiences. Conceived as a ‘visual symphony for all’, it brings together live music, poetry and illustration in a poetic reflection on identity, memory, and resilience. Available […]
On Friday, May 30th, 2025, guitarist Dizzy Mandjeku will perform a special concert at La Grande Halle de l’Institut Français de Kinshasa. He’ll be joined on stage by two longtime musical companions: Sam Mangwana and Nyboma. Together with his band Odemba OK All Stars, they present an evening dedicated to friendship, music, and rumba. The repertoire […]
‘Makasima‘ out now on vinyl! Limited edition dub cut (25 numbered copies) by Earth Works Amsterdam available via Bandcamp. Get your copy now -> https://kosmosound.bandcamp.com/album/makasima Listen here -> https://album.link/be/i/1783925194 This collaboration between gnawa musician Imane Guemssy and Kosmo Sound pushes the boundaries of musical fusion. Imane, heir to the gnawa traditions, is a master of […]
