It’s almost time for the Essaouira Gnaoua and World Festival to take over the laid-back town of Essaouira on the Atlantic coast. Held this year from 21… Read more “What I’m listening to before the Essaouira Gnaoua and World Music Festival from 21 to 23 June 2018”
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Five things to look forward to in May in Marrakech
With Ramadan just a month away, it seems all the festivals and events are happening NOW. And I can’t say I’m complaining. With something to do basically… Read more “Five things to look forward to in May in Marrakech”
The countdown to the Essaouira Gnaoua and World Music Festival is on!
Locals gathered around in the streets, on the rooftops and over gates. It was my first festival and I wasn’t quite sure what to expect. But as the… Read more “The countdown to the Essaouira Gnaoua and World Music Festival is on!”
Festival season in Morocco is kicking off
Oh festival season is upon us here in Morocco and I’m busy trying to figure out how to squeeze all this cultural goodness in to my already-packed… Read more “Festival season in Morocco is kicking off”
Gnaoua World Music Festival – Opening Day
We stumbled upon the parade at just the right time. The colourful musicians were making their way through the old medina of Essaouira as the famous sounds… Read more “Gnaoua World Music Festival – Opening Day”
Mandy on Music – Oum
One of the best things about going to Essaouira are the little music shops and the friendly shopkeepers only too excited to share their favourites musicians. And… Read more “Mandy on Music – Oum”