You hear the first strike of the drum and instantly know this is not a history lesson. Folk music often gets treated with too much reverence, placed carefully on a pedestal where no one can touch it. Remon Nakanishi takes a completely different approach. He grabs these centuries old communal songs, drags them into the studio, and surrounds them with some of the most infectious...

Natalie Clark has carved out a specialised area that is recognised for its genuineness. Having serenaded the airwaves of countless radio stations and television shows, Natalie's voice has become an emblem of refined artistry. Los Angeles might be her recording haven, but the open roads of the United States have witnessed her touring prowess. Not to forget, she dazzled the stage, opening for the illustrious Grammy-awarded...