EKAphotographyFemi KutiConfirmed artists for the 2009 Sierra Nevada World Music Festival have been announced, and tickets are now on sale. The Festival takes place June 19-21 in Boonville, Mendocino County (about a four-hour drive from SF). The lineup this year looks particularly strong (though this is not a final list, and the artist list is subject to change): Nigerian Afrobeat heir Femi Kuti; African music legend King Sunny Ade; former Black Uhuru lead singer Michael Rose; roots reviva
EKAphotographyBlazin' Hot: Capleton
Since the last time ASD checked in on Reggae Rising, some new acts have been added to the Humboldt County music festival, including fiery rootsman Capleton.
Here's what the lineup looks like so far: Luciano, Capleton, Gentleman And The Far East Band, Marcia Griffiths, The Original Wailers, Aswad, Tony Rebel, Queen Ifrica, Lutan Fyah, Jah Mason, Chezidek, Dezarie, Freddie McGregor, Niyorah, Million Stylez, Rootz Underground, Prezident Brown Ft. Andrew Diamon
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