The Call of Candombe

    The Call of Candombe

    Discovering the beat of Uruguayan Carnaval

    Story and photos by Jason Rothe

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    Candombe is more than just a rhythm and a dance – it is a religion and a way of life…

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    Artist Profile::Nikoberqui

    Artist Profile::Nikoberqui

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    Nikoberqui is a 27 year-old Argentine musician who’s roots (video interview) are the moist subtropical forests and marsh lakes of Corrientes (map), a province in northeastern Argentina…

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    Audio Slideshow of the Devil and the Mountain

    Audio Slideshow of the Devil and the Mountain

    The video below features photos and audio recorded in Potosí, Bolivia. The Devil and the Mountain from Jason Rothe on Vimeo.

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    Yemanja

    Yemanja

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    Yemanjá is one of the most revered Orishas, or deities in the Yoruba spiritual order that since ancient times has been adored by millions of Africans…

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    Peña Electrica and Zizek

    Peña Electrica and Zizek

    Zizek Club and Peña Electrica at the Konex cultural center in Buenos Aires, March 12, 2010. Performances included Gustavo Santoalalla, Terraplen, Semilla, El G, Tremor, Doña Maria, Chancha Via Circuita, Fauna, Villa Diamante and Peña Criolla.

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    Zizek Music

    Zizek Music

    After a successful European tour, the always experimental electronic music label Zizek has returned to Buenos Aires for what promises to be a hot season of parties. Zizek has been making waves in the worldwide electronic music scene for its unique blend of electro beats, Cumbia, Reggaeton and Argentine folk music.

    Here are some photos from the homecoming party.

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    The Devil and the Mountain

    “The Devil and the Mountain” in Orion Magazine

    Orion Magazine May/June 2010 Feature story and photos Visit the “Devil and the Mountain”…

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    Yemanja

    Yemanja
    Yemanja

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    Rainforest Warriors
    Rainforest Warriors

    I’m pleased to announce that some of my photos (not the cover) from Suriname will be included …

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