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BELGIUM:
THE SMALL COUNTRY
THAT IS OPEN TO THE WORLD
By Etienne Bours
Now, more than ever, Belgium – despite its small size – is alive with sound,
song and music from every horizon. It’s as if the world’s cultures enjoy
meeting at this northern crossroads, readily hopping across political borders
to transform the landscape into the home of music without frontiers.
This is not a recent phenomenon. Belgium is not interested in music from
different cultures simply because it's fashionable or politically correct to be
open to multiculturalism. The country has, for a long time, been like a sponge,
eagerly absorbing assorted forms of expression with an enthusiasm,
so typical of those who take the time to share.
Nowadays, the result of all these years of openness is tangible
and can be split into a few major trends.
Local traditions
The country has not forgotten its own traditions though. In the 1970s, as in many
other countries, a revival was in full swing and inquisitive musicians and singers
were snooping around into anything and everything that made each region’s older
generations tick. We were soon hearing instruments, repertoires, almost forgotten
languages and seeing dances we thought obsolete. Memory was reactivated.
From the North to the South, festivals sprang up, groups and singers suddenly broke
out of the sedate routine of the variety show style. Needless to say, these pioneers
of folk music have moved out of the spotlight somewhat. But the younger generation
of musicians have not forgotten them and the work continues. Particularly as the
revival generation has not completely disappeared. Many are still active, some in
production, others in broadcasting while others still continue to sing and perform.
Traditional instruments, such as the Flemish bagpipe, are still being produced for
musicians on the other side of the globe. A lot of music is still being played, danced,
sung or enthusiastically taught to others. And labels such as Fonti Musicali and Eufoda
have released imperative record collections of local traditions.
So the overall consensus in the early 21st century is a positive one.
There are still lots of bands able to pick up a violin, accordion, bagpipe or hurdygurdy and play the tunes and dances of yesteryear in a dynamic atmosphere rather
than a stuffy museum showcase. With Kadril, Göze, Embrun, Urban Trad, Naragonia,
Ishtar or Transpiradanza, Belgium’s traditional scene is alive, even kicking. Multiple
generations slide into place and there is always some place in the country where you
can hear an instrument that reminds you of the years gone by. We haven't forgotten
our regional vocalists who sang and still sing to us in our own dialects, from the late
Wannes Van de Velde to Julos Beaucarne. We still have our own wandering minstrels,
who are passionately dedicated to creatively moving this craft forward, from Laïs and
Kadril to Luc Pilartz and Trivelin… This is so true that each region has its own sound:
the sound of the common people, which is inevitably told in music.
Foreign traditions
Belgium has been breathing the rhythms of the world for ages. Long before the term
‘World Music’ was coined, our country echoed with the sounds of the songs and
dances from Turkey, Yugoslavia, Italy, Spain and Greece, North Africa, of course,
but also the Lebanon, Sardinia and beyond.
through their music, a comfort which helped them get through the rough patches.
Whenever a saz, tambura, mandolin or oud were heard at dusk, it was often in the
almost anonymous confines of someone’s back kitchen or at a small community
gathering. But little by little, we began noticing that each neighbourhood prided itself
on its very own little immigrant cultural centre, or a meeting hall run by Greeks,
Spaniards or Moroccans.
Gradually, a multicultural society grew based on the awareness that all these cultural
riches had to learn to coexist. Organizations were created providing opportunities and
allowing these forms of expression to grow and spread. Belgian musicians quickly
understood that they could learn a lot by interacting with this other music. Jazz, rock,
traditional music… whatever; musicians began exchanging ideas, collaborating and
experimenting. But also, on simpler terms, it meant letting the music that lives here
express itself openly. Indeed, some have become so well-known that they record for
the most prestigious labels and travel the world to share their know-how. We could
mention N’Faly Kouyate, Abdelli, Zap Mama, Think of One, Mousta Largo, Mamady
Keïta, Malick Pathé Sow… to name but a few. We are, in effect, largely talking about
know-how. The world’s traditions come to Belgium to blossom, at the same time
teaching us how the feelings of their music, songs and repertoires are translated. And
many others follow, sometimes discretely but always sincerely. They include, notably,
Marlène Dorcena, Imitari, Manou Gallo, Obereg, Ghalia Benali, Mahmoud Barkou,
Melike Tarhan, Cheiro de choro, Grafiti, Marwan Zoueini, Ialma. They originate from
Haiti, Central and North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Brazil, the Lebanon and Spain…
Not satisfied with just expressing themselves using their own codes, they willingly
hook up with Belgian musicians, occasionally or on a regular basis, for projects that
transcend differences and break down the boundaries between musical genres.
A good example of this is Olla Vogala, a group that blends traditional and classical
music, as well as jazz, teaming up with guests from every continent. Another example
is Aka Moon and their recent work with Black Machine, Maline Baba Sissoko's group.
World Traditions
The many immigrant communities living on our soil certainly didn't leave their
memories behind! Quite to the contrary, the memories were kept alive and expressed
Once a country’s windows are open, the wind can carry in tunes from anywhere, at
any time. Being steeped in a multi-cultural environment, our ears are well accustomed
to being open, so this music that comes from afar draws musicians and producers
towards new adventures. Like everywhere else in the world, the song of the mermaid
is plainly heard by those who dare to listen. And Belgians are no exception; they had
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the audacity and intelligence to play the role of talent scout or builders of global
projects. Some have been responsible for the world’s biggest festival network
(EFWMF), while others have managed to produce the Gypsies of Taraf de Haïdouks,
the Tartit Touaregs, the Gangbé Brass Band or the singing of Habib Koité and bring it
to the five continents.
Production, promotion and management are professions in which these Belgians,
thrilled by the prospect of discovery, seem to excel. They reach out to people,
build projects and produce records, so extending the life of musical and personal
adventures, yet always managing to keep that passionate and affable appetite that
is so typical of Belgium. Crammed Discs, the home of Komono N°1, Bebel Gilberto,
Cibelle, Balkan Beat Box, Think of One, Taraf De Haidouks and Koçani Orkestar,
has grown into a globally respected highly adventurous label. Crammed received
the Womex Award 2004 and the Womex Top Label Award 2009.
Fonti Musicali continues to offer Mamady Keïta the best working conditions so
that he can dig his roots even deeper into his native African soil. The label is
also the main record keeper of traditional Congolese music.
Contre-Jour travels the globe with Habib Koité, Afel Bocoum, Dobet Gnahoré and
many other talented artists. Many, many others also emanate the same conviction.
Musicians from every musical horizon are approaching things in the same way,
meeting the guardians of traditions near and far. This leads to innovative music, where
traditional elements are blended into an original recipe, which also often borrows from
jazz or rock. The group Think of One is only one interesting example; its musicians
regularly work with Brazilian, Moroccan and even Inuit artists. Mec Yek does equally
amazing stuff with gypsy vocalists.
There’s no room for boredom in Belgium. Between singers such as Paul Rans
or Tom Theuns and the accordionists Didier Laloy or Wim Claeys, the word juggler
Julos Beaucarne and the musical acrobats Olla Vogala, the Walloon blues of Elmore
D. and the vocal rapture of Galicia’s Ialma, the popular violin of Luc Pilartz, Wouter
Vandenabeele and the Irish reels of Kieran Fahy, the delicate vocals of Laïs, the
boldness of Aurelia, the global mix of Jaune Toujours and the surprising acoustic
compositions of DAAU/Die Anarchistische Abendunterhaltung… the musical
landscape of this tiny country is infinitely rich and disarmingly sincere.
Also when it comes to organizing concerts, size doesn’t matter! Clubs, venues and
festivals... Belgium offers them in all shapes and sizes, from comfy clubs to festivals
that can be counted among the best in the world. Don’t forget to check them out!
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INTRODUCTION
A Selection of
Belgian World & Folk Music
Festivals, Venues, Organizations,
Agencies, labels and media
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festivals
POLÉ POLÉ GENT © Polé Polé
Afro Caribbean Festival
Afro-Latino Festival
date
date
Mid August
End of June
Contact
Address
Hubert Schmitt
[email protected]
T +32 (0)59 561 960
Staf Versluyscentrum
Kapelstraat 76 b
BE - 8450 Bredene
www.afrocaribbean.be
N° of
visitors
30.000
SINCE 1995
Profile
The only free world music festival at the coast, in the Paelsteenveld park, about
100 meters from the dunes in Bredene. Live bands from Cuba, Africa and Europe
provide Southern rhythms and sounds. Salsa, meringue, raï, fusion, soukouss,
reggae, afrobeat, mbalax, etc. Open air DJ parties, cocktail bars, workshops,
Moroccan tents and entertainment, a world culture market with 50 participants
and loads of African, Turkish and Moroccan caterers give a little extra spice.
Contact
Address
Johan Vrancken (promoter)
Kristof Henseler (press & P.R.)
[email protected]
[email protected]
M+32 (0)477 617 557
+32 (0)486 988 926
Bergstraat 19
BE - 3960 Bree
www.afro-latino.be
N° of
visitors
17.000
SINCE 1999
Profile
This annual world music festival concentrates on the best artists from Africa,
Latin-America, the Caribbean and Southern Europe. 35 bands parade on 2 stages
during 3 days. The programming is of a very high standard, varied and exclusive for
Belgium. There is also a media lounge where artists are given special media attention.
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The Four Brothers, Eliades Ochoa y el Quarteto Patria, Viva la Musica de Kinshasa,
Takfarinas, Think of One & Chuva Empo, Kékélé, Ska Cubano, Sierra Maestra,
NG La Banda, Zulu 9.30, Macka B
Ojos de Brujo, Seun Kuti, Oscar d’Leon, Ky-mani Marley, Oumou Sangaré, Voltio,
La Excelencia, Shaggy, Chico & The Gypies, Sergent Garcia, Freshlyground, Vieux
Farka Touré, La 33, DLG, Lumidee, Calima
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FESTIVALS
Antilliaanse Feesten
Boombalfestival
date
date
Mid August
End of August
Contact
Address
Lode Verschueren
(organizer)
Freya Verschueren (press)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 314 37 32
Klinketstraat 17
BE - 2323 Hoogstraten
www.antilliaansefeesten.be
N° of
visitors
37.000
SINCE 1983
Profile
Antilliaanse Feesten is the largest Caribbean music festival in Europe.
This atmospheric nocturnal festival unites lovers of salsa, merengue, bachata,
soca and cumbia. Fans and enthusiasts eagerly await their idols, in a beautiful
festival setting, and give the audience something to feast their eyes on.
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Contact
Address
Frederik Claeys (organizer)
[email protected]
M +32 (0)474 279 557
Krijgslaan 180
BE - 9000 Gent
www.boombalfestival.be
FESTIVALS
8.000
SINCE 2006
Profile
The Boombal festival is a music and dance event for young and old alike with over
50 groups, from at home and abroad, giving the best of themselves. Several brass
bands crisscross the festival site and, in the evening, the entire site is lit up with
fairy lights while people settle around the multiple fireplaces.
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Laïs, Urban Trad, Jaune Toujours, AedO, Ishtar, Blowzabella, Kocani Orkestra,
Djal, Ambrozijn, Tref, Fluxus, Embrun, Kadril
Juanes, Celia Cruz, Tego Calderon, Marc Anthony, Carlos Vives,
Monchy y Alexandra, La India, Machel Montano, Elvis Crespo,
Kassav’, Aventura, Don Omar, Fruko Y sus Tesos, Binomio de Oro
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N° of
visitors
11
Brosella Folk & Jazz
Brugges Festival
date
date
Mid August
The weekend around November 11th (3 days)
Contact
Address
Henri Vandenberghe
(artistic director & general
manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 474 06 41
M +32 (0)475 301 585
Brosella Office
Rue des Chrysanthèmes 28
BE - 1020 Brussels
www.brosella.be
N° of
visitors
25.000
SINCE 1977
Profile
The Brosella Folk & Jazz festival is organized by Brosella, in close collaboration with
The City of Brussels. The festival takes place in the Theatre de Verdure in the
Parc d’Osseghem. It’s a free festival, a stone’s throw from the Atomium, and has
become a classic in international music circles. The Saturday is dedicated
to folk and Sunday to jazz.
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Contact
Address
jo Van Driessche (chairman)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)50 344 304
Scharphoutstraat 42
BE - 8380 Brugge
www.bruggesfestival.be
FESTIVALS
700 / day
SINCE 1987
Profile
Brugges Festival is one of the oldest world music festivals in Belgium. During 3 days
well established artists, as well as unknown artists, perform for a seated audience in
the 135 year old beautiful theatre of Bruges. Perfect sound and light should assure
the audience a high comfort level. Manos Hadjidakis said “probably the smallest,
but certainly the most beautiful festival in Europe”.
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Maria Farantouri, Kodo, Manos Hadjidakis, Angelo Branduardi, Guo Yue, Catherine
Delasalle, Randy Newman, Orquesta Cadenera, Mercedes Sosa, Troissoeur
The Chieftains, Toshiko Akiyoshi, Maria Schneider, Paul Bley, Toots Thielemans,
André Bialek, Philip Catherine, Urban Trad, Ishtar, Lena Willemark, Berrogüetto,
Kathryn Tickell, Gjallarhorn, Jaune Toujours, Troissoeur, Lavotta, Phønix,
Didier Laloy, Tricycle, Eliza Carthy, Comas
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N° of
visitors
13
Cactus Festival
Canta!
date
date
Mid July
Mid November
Contact
Address
Patrick Keersebilck
(program director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)50 332 014
Sint-Sebastiaansstraat 4
BE - 8200 Brugge
www.cactusfestival.be
N° of
visitors
30.000
Contact
Address
Aymeric Lehembre (coordinator)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 535 93 86
M +32 (0)488 410 988
Rue du Collège 27
BE - 1050 Brussels
www.america-latina.be
N° of
visitors
400 / 800
SINCE 1982
SINCE 2006
Profile
Profile
The Cactusfestival embodies globalisation at its best. It presents an international
line-up erasing all boundaries between genres, continents and people. Cactusfestival
is an event of human proportions, in a relaxed atmosphere, consciously distancing
itself from the current tendencies of “more” and “bigger”.
Organized by Maison d’Amerique Latine, Canta! Festival reunites composers, authors
and singers, eulogizing popular Latin-American song through a contest.
15 original songs are preselected and three of those are awarded a prize by
the jury after the two day festival.
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Gotan Project, Amadou & Mariam, Marisa Monte, Rachid Taha, Ziggy Marley,
Compay Segundo, Tinariwen, Orishas, Burning Spear
Rey Cabrera, Miguel Osório y la Paranda, Cantaro
Cactus Muziekcentrum
www.cactusmusic.be
Cactus Muziekcentrum is a club with big ears and an interest in a wide
variety of music. Also with a focus on contemporary world music reaching
from Tiken Jah Fakoly to Balkan Beat Box.
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Cap SudS
Couleur Café
date
date
Beginning of October
End of June
Contact
Address
Didier Mélon
(programmer)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 737 43 16
Le Manège Mons asbl
Rue des Soeurs Noires 4a
BE - 7000 Mons
www.lemanege.com
N° of
visitors
Théâtre Royal:
• Grande scène: 500/800
• Salle des Redoutes: 120
Chapelle des ateliers
des Fucam: 90
SINCE 1982
Profile
The Cap Suds festival presents artists from the South in all their diversity and generosity.
The acoustical dimension, the respect of traditions and authenticity, and the commitment
to the preservation of culture are all privileged. Certain concerts are recorded by RTBF
radio.
Contact
Address
Patrick Wallens (director)
Irene Rossi (communication)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 672 49 12
Zig Zag
Ernest Claeslaan 4
BE - 1160 Brussels
www.couleurcafe.be
N° of
visitors
25-27.000 / day
SINCE 1990
Profile
Couleur Café is a cultural festival dedicated to all currents of urban music
from across the world, including R&B, hip-hop, world, afro, reggae, ragga,
dub, dancehall, reggaeton, latin, salsa, raï, rock, dance… It is an urban festival
anchored in the heart of Brussels, reflecting the European capital’s diverse
population and the mix of cultures.
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James Brown, Tracy Chapman, Ben Harper, Youssou N'Dour, Ziggy Marley,
UB40, Sean Paul, Kelis, N’Faly Kouyaté, Amadou & Mariam, Maceo Parker,
George Clinton, The Roots, Johnny Clegg, Rachid Taha, Ayo, Emir Kusturica,
Yuri Buenaventura, Ismaël Lo, Ojos de Brujo, Yuri Buenaventura, Jimmy Cliff,
Terence Trent d’Arby, Mamady Keita & friends, Michael Franti & Spearhead,
Toots & The Maytals
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FESTIVALS
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Djangofolllies
Dranouter Folk Festival
date
date
End of January
First weekend of August (Since 1975)
(The days around the birthday of Django Reinhardt,
born in Liberchies, Belgium, on January 23rd 1910)
Dranouter Aan Zee
date
End of April c
Contact
Address
Henri Vandenberghe
(artistic director &
general manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 474 06 41
M +32 (0)475 301 585
Brosella Office
Rue des Chrysanthèmes 28
BE - 1020 Brussels
www.brosella.be
N° of
visitors
5.000
Contact
Address
Geert Gombeir
(programmer)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)57 446 933
Dikkebusstraat 234
BE - 8950 Dranouter
www.festivaldranouter.com
N° of
visitors
Folk Festival: 30.000 / day
Aan Zee: 10.000 spread over 2 days
SINCE 1994
Profile - Dranouter folk festival
Profile
One of the oldest festivals in Flanders, offering a mix of roots, new tradition,
rock and pop. 100 concerts on 5 stages spread over 3 days.
Les Djangofolllies is organized by Brosella in co-production with Les Riches Claires.
The festival’s name summarizes the fact that it’s an homage to Django Reinhardt.
For him, music wasn’t a profession, but a way of life and a way of meeting other
musicians and experiencing other cultures. Djangofolllies is inspired by gypsy swing
and has them meet head-on.
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Dranouter aan Zee aims for a wide audience with a very diverse programme consisting
of roots, folk, world music and rock. It takes place on the beach in a number of tents, set
up for the occasion.
Patrick Saussois & Koen De Cauter Quartet, Fapy Lafertin Quintet, Tcha Limberger Quartet,
Tatave, Christian Becker Trio, Radio Lume, Frédéric Berlinsky & Gipsy Swing Instinct,
Opus Swing, Lollo Meier & André Donni Quartet, Alexandre Cavalière & Jazz Strings,
Jokke Schreurs Trio
Tori Amos, Lou Reed, Chieftains, Travis, Jamie Cullum, Patti Smith, Starsailor, Calixico
Profile - Dranouter aan zee
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Buena Vista Social Club, Ray Davies, Arsenal, Marianne Faithfull
Muziekcentrum dranouter
www.muziekcentrumdranouter.be
At Dranouter Music Centre you can enjoy a number of different activities
such as Saturday evening and Sunday afternoon free foyer concerts,
scores of workshops and classes, as well as the Folk Experience Museum.
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FESTIVALS
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Esperanzah!
Gent Jazz Festival
date
date
Beginning of August
Mid July
Contact
Address
Jean-Yves Laffineur
(director and programmer)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)83 668 347
M +32 (0)473 643 218
Asbl Z
Rue Verte Voie 1
BE - 5590 Ciney
www.esperanzah.be
N° of
visitors
10.000 / day
Profile
Asbl Z is a remarkable organization inviting you to events that aim to connect
the arts and culture in a spirit of openness and hybridization. Among these events,
the Esperanzah! Festival, which proposes a global experience of committed and
nomadic music festivities, during 3 days, at the exceptional site of the Abbaye de Floreffe.
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Contact
Address
Betrand Flamang
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 324 45 30
Abrahamstraat 9
BE - 9000 Gent
www.gentjazz.com
N° of
visitors
35.000
SINCE 2001
Profile
Gent Jazz Festival stands for a mix of young talent and internationally recognized
acts. During the first part of the festival you can enjoy mainstream and avant-garde
jazz. The second part offers fusion jazz, influenced by divers musical currents.
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Manu Chao, Balkan Beat Box, Caravan Palace
Rodrigo Y Gabriela, Tony Allen, Mariza, Buena Vista Social Club, Cristina Branco,
Zap Mama, Think Of One, Cesaria Evora, Jaune Toujours, Madredeus
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FESTIVALS
Festival D’Art De Huy
date
End of August
Gooikoorts
International Folk Music Festival
date
First weekend of July
Contact
Address
Patrick De Loecker
(programmer)
Elisa Baetens
(public relations)
[email protected]
M +32 (0)473 549 614
c/o Muziekmozaïek
Wijngaardstraat 5
BE - 1755 Gooik
www.gooikoorts.be
N° of
visitors
5.000
SINCE 2003
Profile
Gooikoorts is an international folk music festival straddling the junction of traditional
and contemporary folk music. Quality, cosiness and a brilliant atmosphere are the
cornerstones of this event. The programme serves up unknown qualitative music and
therefore, attracts visitors who are willing and able to enjoy beautiful concerts and
unique balls.
Contact
Address
CAPACITY
Philippe Content
(programmer)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)85 211 206
+32 (0)85 235 318
M +32 (0)479 497 180
Centre culturel de Huy
Avenue Delchambre 7a
BE - 4500 Huy
www.huyartfestival.be
www.acte2.be
• Monastery: 330 places
• Church of Saint-Mengold:
250 places
• Barge: 90 places
Profile
The Festival d’Art brings together Belgian and foreign artists, who are proud of their
heritage and interpret music that is traditional yet innovative, for a curious audience,
who likes discovering other dimensions, other sounds, other cultures and values.
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Amadou & Mariam, les Nouvelles Polyphonies Corses, Habib Koité, Karim Baggili,
le Taraf de Haïdouks, Carlos Nuñez, Richard Galliano, Dhafer Youssef, Didier Laloy,
Angélique Ionatos, Raul Paz, Debashish Bhattacharya, Ibrahim Maalouf,
Anouar Brahem, Tuur Florizoone
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Liam O’Flynn & The Pipers Call Band, Pennoù Skoulm, Blowzabella, Väsen,
Fiddlers’ Bid, Vishtèn, Xarnège, Kathryn Tickell, Flaherty Munnelly & Masure,
The Swigshift, ‘t Kliekske, Snaarmaarwaar, Zakdoek, Orion, Montanaro Cavez, Tref, Djal
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FESTIVALS
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Klinkers
Labadoux Festival
date
date
End of July - Beginning of August
First weekend of May
Contact
Address
Patrick Keersebilck
(programme director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)50 332 014
c/o Cactus Muziekcentrum
Sint-Sebastiaansstraat 4
BE - 8200 Brugge
www.klinkers-brugge.be
N° of
visitors
Standing: 5.000
Seated: 800
Contact
Address
Jean-Pierre Deven (chairman)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)51 310 074
Stationsstraat 48
BE - 8770 Ingelmunster
www.labadoux.be
N° of
visitors
10.000
SINCE 1994
SINCE 1988
Profile
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An introduction to a wide range of contemporary, global musical culture which takes
place in the decor of the world-famous medieval town centre of Bruges.
Art is present in all its forms at this festival. The last couple of years, the stage hosts
between 20 and 40 known and lesser known performers, ranging from children’s
and other entertainment, stand-up comedians and as far as music goes, there is
a wild variety of folk, world music, blues, singer-songwriters and cabaret. The festival
is known for its excellent food with fresh preparations and drinks are served by
the glass. Thanks to the homey atmosphere, musicians love coming back.
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Cesaria Evora, Cassandra Wilson, Misia, Bajofondo Tango Club, Sierra Maestra,
Caceres, Eliades Ochoa, Pink Martini, Lila Downs, Madeleine Peyroux, Luka Bloom,
Angélique Ionatos, Kocani Orkestar, Renaud Garcia-Fons, Susana Baca,
Roy Paci & Aretuska, Esma Redzepova, Mafalda Arnauth, Cachaïto Lopez,
Yasmin Levy, Boban Markovich Orkestar, Sara Tavares
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FESTIVALS
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Bob Geldof, Carlos Nuñez, Fairport Convention, Manu Dibango, Warren Zevon,
The Dubliners, Zap Mama, Bonga, Focus, Blackmore’s Night, Mory Kante,
Hothouse Flowers, Garland Jeffreys, Maggie Reilly, De Dannan, Luka Bloom,
John Sebastian, Altan, Johnny Winter, The Levellers, Roby Lakatos, Musafir,
10cc, Clifton Chenier Junior, Urban Trad, Gabriel Yacoub, Valravn, Deishovida,
The Oyster Band, Flairck, Rory Block, Horatio Banegas y el Projecto
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Mano Mundo Festival
La Nuit Africaine
date
date
Second weekend of May
Last Friday of June
Contact
Address
Frank Cuypers (programmer)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 240 56 46
Boomgaardstraat 22
BE - 2600 Berchem
www.manomundo.be
N° of
visitors
80.000
SINCE 1993
Contact
Address
Eric Schots (music programmer)
[email protected]
T+32 (0)10 413 726
+32 (0)10 453 625
c/o CC D'Ottignies
Avenue des Combattants 41
BE - 1340 Ottignies
www.nuitafricaine.be
N° of
visitors
3.000 / 6.000
SINCE 1994
Profile
Mano Mundo's home is at De Schorre in Boom. This beautiful provincial leisure centre
is actually an ancient clay pit with a fresh and leafy environment. Mano Mundo is a
sustainable, intercultural and global festival that, aside from street theatre and circus,
also offers lots of world music. It is completely gratis, but never gratuitous.
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Profile
A festival of African music with a wide range of artists, but also big names on tour in
Europe or as exclusive guests at the festival. Aside from the stage, there is a dazzling
African village that highlights projects by organizations working with Africans,
be it here or in Africa.
Manu Dibango, Natacha Atlas, Doll Foundation, Habib Koité, Garland Jeffreys,
Ibrahim Ferrer, Les Boukakes, Najat Athabou
Namedropping
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27
FESTIVALS
Mamady Keita, Bonga, Mamar Kassey, Njava, Mazagan, Dobet Gnahore,
Tambourinaires du Burundi, Habib Koïte, Dizzy Mandjeku et Odemba, Les Tambours
de Brazza, Mousta Largo, Gangbe Brass Band, Baï Kamara, Pas Mal Plus, Fanfakids,
Marockin’Brass, Rabasa, Minyeshu et Chewata, Malick Pathé Sow
OdeGand/Festival Avanti!
date
September - October
Contact
Address
Jelle Dierickx
(artistic coordinator)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 243 94 94
International Flanders Festival Ghent
Kleine Gentstraat 46
BE - 9051 Gent
www.festivalgent.be
N° of
visitors
OdeGand: 10.000
Picnic
Picnic Festival
Picnic Festival
date
Beginning of September
Contact
Address
Laurent Eeckhout
[email protected]
M +32 (0)472 220 326
Rue de Soye 10
BE - 5190 Spy
www.picnicfestival.be
SINCE 2005
SINCE
Flanders Festival GHent: 1958
OdeGand: 2003
Festival Avanti!: 2007
Profile
Ghent’s magnificent canals inspired Flanders Festival to develop an open-air
happening: OdeGand. Music from all over the world along Ghent’s quays: let
OdeGand immerse you in folk songs, fiery flamenco, fast tango, delightful classical
music, intimate baroque music, musical acrobatics, and much more.
Festival Avanti! is an annual musical bicycle trek, which leaves from a Flanders
Festival city and is an absolute must for world music enthusiasts.
Profile
The Picnic Festival presents a multitude of groups and traditional instruments
alongside the most contemporary. The festival also proposes weekend musical
activities for children and adults alike. There are also luthiers offering master classes
in their art. The festival is held at the prestigious
Terra Nova site, in the Citadelle in Namur.
Namedropping
G2 Bluegrass Band, Jacques Stotzem, Rhonny Ventat Funky ‘n Jazz Band & Didier Laloy
Namedropping
Jordi Savall, the Soweto Gospel Choir, Wim Mertens, Les Ballets C de la B,
Wannes Van de Velde, Bernard Foccroulle, Abida Parveen, Argentina Santos,
Claron McFadden, Philip Catherine, Hopkinson Smith, Marco Beasley,
Jan Michiels, Jef Neve, Chitraveena N. Ravikiran, Malick Pathé Sow,
Raquel Tavares, Orquesta Tipica Imperial
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FESTIVALS
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Reggae Geel
Polé Polé GenT
date
2009
Second half of July (Since 20002)
date
Beginning of August
Polé Polé Beach
date
Mid August (Since 2000)
Contact
Address
Jo Bonte (organizer)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 222 99 99
Lammerstraat 21
BE - 9000 Gent
www.polepole.be
N° of
visitors
Polé Polé Gent: 10.000 / day
Polé Polé Beach: 20.000 / day
Profile - Polé polé Gent
Polé Polé is Swahili for ‘Take it easy’. Ghent’s inner city is transformed into a unique,
exotic and floating festival. Stage across the water - audience on the water. No fewer than
35 concerts and the legendary after parties.
Namedropping - Polé Polé Gent
Ricardo Lemvo, NY Gospel Experience, Chic ft. Nile Rodgers, Azucar Negra,
Manu Dibango, Los Van Van, Kana, The Wailers, Terrakota, La Troba Kung Fu,
U-Roy & Pablo Mosos, Freddie Mc Greggor, Gente De Zonia, Zulu 9.30,
Neguinho Da Beija, Yuri Buenaventura, Habib Koité, Third World
Contact
Address
Kris Eelen
(general coordination)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)14 853 709
Funky Fun Productions vzw
Collegestraat 96
BE - 2440 Geel
www.reggaegeel.com
Profile
The oldest reggae festival in Belgium with a most impressive line-up.
Reggae Geel still has both feet in the soil it emerged from. The festival is by and large
supported by local organizations and volunteers. Reggae Geel appeals to young,
old, poor, rich, white, black (red, yellow, green and purple), able-bodied, disabled,
families, party animals, silent sensualists…
Namedropping
Lee Scratch Perry, Anthony B, Lady Saw, African Head Charge feat. Adrian Sherwood,
Cocoa Tea, Turbulance, Glen Washington, Don Carlos
A total fiesta with concerts, open-air dance floor, R&B tent, playa Latino, cocktail
bars and the Pili Pili Village. Passionate rhythms on the sand while sipping seductive
cocktails. An exotic décor, international artists, sultry party vibes and the best DJ’s.
Namedropping - Polé Polé beach
Sergeant Garcia, Pochy & Coco Band, Skatelites, Karamelo Santo, Rocola Bacalao,
Zion Train, Roy Paci, The Skatalites, Turntable Dubbers
FESTIVALS
20-25.000 / day
SINCE 1978
Profile - Polé Polé beach
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N° of
visitors
31
Sfinks Mixed
Skoda Jazz Festival
date
date
Last weekend of July
October - November
Contact
Address
Patrick De Groote
(programmer)
Sarah Vereycken
(artist coordination)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 455 69 44
Jan Frans Willemsstraat 10a
BE - 2530 Boechout
www.sfinks.be
N° of
visitors
30.000
Contact
Address
Jacobien Tamsma (programmer)
Inghe Berckmoes (promotion)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 456 04 84
Boulevard Leopold II 184d
BE - 1080 Brussels
www.skodajazz.be
N° of
visitors
Related to the
capacity of the
venue
SINCE 1986
SINCE 1976
Profile
Profile
The oldest world music festival in Belgium and THE place for musical discoveries
amidst a divers programme. Traditional and ritual music, hip-hop, pop, kuduro
and electro, reggae and classical. For young and old alike, families with children
and adventurous music aficionados, Sfinks is a route of discovery through a rich
assortment of cultures. Sfinks, however, is also a meeting point for organizers and
professionals.
The festival is held in several venues in Belgium: ranging from large ones such
as Ancienne Belgique, Paleis voor Schone Kunsten, Botanique to cultural centres
and specialized clubs. The impressive list of artists who have graced their stages
speaks for itself.
Namedropping
Casaria Evora, Salif Keita, Ojos de Brujo, Buena Vista Social Club, Oi Va Voi,
Seun Kuti, Chucho Valdés
Namedropping
Khaled, Youssou N’Dour, Cesaria Evora, Goran Bregovic, Franco, Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan,
Jorge Ben, Carlinhos Brown, Enrique Morente, Tito Puente, Astor Piazolla, Peter Nalitch,
Cimarron, Bajofondo Tangoclub, Werrason, Max Romeo, A Filetta
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FESTIVALS
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Tempo Color Festival
Trefpunt @ Gentse Feesten
date
date
September - October
10 days around 21 July
from Saturday till Monday
Contact
Address
Claude Dejardin
(coordinator)
[email protected]
M +32 (0)475 526 377
Place des Carmes
4000 Liège
www.tempocolor.be
N° of
visitors
25.000
Contact
Address
Guido De Leeuw (artistic and
general management)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 225 36 76
Sint-Jacobs 18
BE - 9000 Gent
www.trefpuntvzw.be
Profile
SINCE 1970
An event that aims to promote better communication between citizens and people
through a festival, an exhibition, theatre, dance, cinema, a conference and
educational activities. Their mission is to endorse cultural and artistic diversity
and to contribute to the recognition of the world’s artists, thus stimulating innovative
human and artistic gatherings. Leading to something universal…
Profile
Namedropping
Malik Pathé Sow, Rey Cabrera, Dazibao, Buenas Ondas, Assurd, Njava, Staff des
Leaders, DJ Mig One, Odemba Ok Jazz All Stars
N° of
visitors
300.000
Free of charge, every year more than 200 groups on 7 stages, all styles, a mix of new,
unknown acts and established names. Trefpunt has, more than ever, its sights set
on the future. Contrasting different art forms with world music and similar genres,
as well as a new media in particular, are the basis for a modernized programme and
a contemporary look.
Namedropping
Kasba, King Naat Veliov & the Original Kocani Orkestar, Myrddin,
Timur und seine Mannschaft, Djamelike, Freshlyground, Djamel, Serge Dacosse,
Au Bal Taquin, BandadaGanda, Venus In Flames, Sioen calling up Soweto, Aranis
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FESTIVALS
35
Voix De Femmes
Women’s Voices Festival
Zomer van Antwerpen/
Muziek in de Wijk
date
date
End of november
July - August
Contact
Address
Brigitte Kaquet (director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)4 223 18 27
M +32 (0)497 120 670
En Neuvice 46
BE - 4000 Liège
www.voixdefemmes.org
N° of
visitors
1.000 / evening
Profile
The Women’s Voices Festival is a stage for living cultures. It values the role of women
in the world through an interdisciplinary event with music, theatre, dance, visual arts,
cinema, journalism… During 10 days, artists from different world cultures are invited
to present their concerts, performances, workshops and to participate in debates,
meetings and panel discussions.
Namedropping
Oumou Sangare, Oriana Civile, Angélique Ionatos, Renata Rosa, Officina Zoé,
Malouma, Estrella Morente, Nena Venetsanou, Katia Guerrero, Parissa, Ferghana
Qasimova, Tartit, Ghada Shbéir, Mazahe
Contact
Address
Patrick De Groote (programmer)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 224 85 00
Kammenstraat 18
BE - 2000 Antwerpen
www.zva.be
N° of
visitors
25.000
SINCE 1995
Profile
Each year, Muziek in de Wijk’s music caravan turns up in the neighbourhood with
a summery party. Day after day, musicians from the four corners of the globe bring
joy and happiness to a number of town squares in Antwerp. They perform infectious
gypsy beats, African rhythms or steamy Latin music. Local heroes, a smashing
bar, Southern nibbles, tables to sit down around with your friends and circus acts
to entertain the small acrobats in your life round are just about all you need for a
successful party. Fun, cosy, free of charge and for absolutely everybody!
Namedropping
Akwaaba, Domingo Siete, Neco Nobellas, Pape Diouf, Pistolera, Bulgara, Amparo Cortès
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FESTIVALS
37
002
venues
PHOTO © Leen Van Laethem
Ancienne Belgique (AB)
Arenberg
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Kurt Overbergh (artistic director)
Marc Decock & Herman Hulsens
(promoters)
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 548 24 24
Boulevard Anspach 110
BE - 1000 Brussels
www.abconcerts.be
Main hall: 2.000
(different
configurations)
Club: 250
gert Van Overloop (artistic director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 202 46 21
Arenbergstraat 28
BE - 2000 Antwerpen
www.arenbergschouwburg.be
www.openluchttheater.be
Arenberg:
810
Rivierenhof:
1350
Profile
Well known concert hall and promoter in Belgium. All kinds of relevant amplified
music, including world music acts. Recent international collaborations included
Spot On Denmark and Icelandic Airwaves. The annual free Feeërieën festival
(last week of August) is an AB creation. Autumn 2009 there is also the unique Alan
Lomax Tribute!
Namedropping
Rodrigo Y Gabriela, Xavier Rudd, Orishas, Tinariwen, Ojos De Brujo, Yasmin Levy,
Oi Va Voi, Shantel, Roberto Fonseca, Forro In The Dark, Orquesta Buena Vista Social
Club
Profile - Arenberg
A fixture at the heart of Antwerp’s theatre and concert neighbourhood, the Arenberg
theatre offers an extra dimension to the cultural experience. At the onset of summer,
Arenberg closes its doors and the concerts are moved to the open-air theatre
Rivierenhof.
Namedropping - Arenberg
Nick Cave, Monsters of Folk, Ryuichi Sakamoto, Heather Nova, Joan Baez
Profile - Openluchttheater Rivierenhof Deurne
It’s at this unique location, an atmospheric open-air amphitheatre, that Arenberg
presents 20 international top acts, between the end of June and mid-September.
The audience consciously chooses for quality world music at a cosy location, which
nonetheless, offers space for 1350 spectators.
Namedropping - Openluchttheater Rivierenhof Deurne
Lambchop, Les Rita Mitsouko, Steve Winwood, Suzanne Vega, John Cale, Rickie
Lee Jones, Buena Vista Social Club, Macy Gray, Joe Jackson, Willy Deville,
Tindersticks, Omara Portuondo, UB40, 16 Horsepower, John Butler, Donavon
Frankenreiter, The Waterboys, Sinead O’Connor
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VENUES
41
De Bijloke Gent
Music Centre
Le Botanique
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Frank Pauwels (programmer)
Sophie Cocquyt (press relations,
communication and promotion)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 233 68 78
Bijlokekaai 7
BE - 9000 Gent
www.debijloke.be
Main hall: 1.050
Kraakhuis: <250
Paul-Henri Wauters (programmer)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 226 12 11
Rue Royale 236
BE - 1210 Brussels
www.botanique.be
Orangerie: 700
Rotonde: 300
Witlof Bar: 200
Profile
Music Centre De Bijloke organizes a seasonal series called “East of Eden” during
which they highlight only non-Western classical music traditions, such as Turkey,
Morocco, Pakistan and India.
Namedropping
Ghada Shbeir, Madjid Khaladj, Ensemble Chen Leiji, Surjeet Singh, Ensemble Sarband
Profile
Le Botanique is a crucial culture spot in the capital Brussels. ‘Le Bota’ has been
presenting top quality multi disciplinary artists since 1984. Its eight rooms are used
for exhibitions, film, theatre, dance but particularly music. Le Botanique offers a wide
variety of music and the programming is bold and adventurous.
Namedropping
Amy MacDonald, Moriarty, The Ting Tings, Jean-Louis Murat, Blood Red Shoes,
Yael Naim, Renan Luce, Benjamin Biolay, Aaron, Keren Ann, Kate Nash,
I’m from Barcelona, Olivia Ruiz
Le Cirque Royal
Rue de l’Enseignement 81, BE - 1000 Brussels
www.cirque-royal.org
Profile: Le Cirque Royal was built at the end of the 19th century. The space is
multi-functional and can accommodate 2.000 seated visitors.
During the 1999-2000 season it came under the management of Le Botanique.
The venue is particularly suited to atmospheric, sensitive music.
Namedropping: Rokia Traoré, Zita Swoon, Sigur Rós, Stephan Eicher, Mogwai, Feist
Les Nuits Botanique
Every year in May, Les Nuits Botanique, a weeklong festival in four different spaces
(Le Botanique + Le Cirque Royal), is organized.
Number of visitors: 30.000
Namedropping: Jamie Lidell, Anais, Camille, Alela Diane
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VENUES
Bozar Music
De Centrale
Intercultural Centre
•
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Paul Dujardin (music director)
Tony Van der Eecken
(programmer)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 507 85 13
Ravensteinstraat 23
BE - 1000 Brussels
www.bozar.be
Main concert hall:
2.100
Other halls: 480,
210, 159, ...
Luc Baeckeland (general coordinator)
Jos Lootens (coordinator
programming)
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 265 98 28
Kraankindersstraat 2
BE - 9000 Gent
www.decentrale.be
Kelderzaal: 200
Turbinezaal: 400
Profile
Bozar Music specializes in themed weekends as part of their exhibitions. A number
of big names from the jazz and world music scenes already graced the stage at
the Palais des Beaux-Arts. The organization also focuses on the multiple ethnic
communities living in Brussels, mainly North African, Turkish and Balkan.
Namedropping
Ali Farka Touré, Asha Bhoslé, Juana Amaya, Talvin Singh, Gilberto Gil, Mariza,
Sezen Aksu, Sony Rollins, Keith Jarrett, Werrason, Balkan Trafik!, India Festival,
Korea Festival
Profile
Unforgettable discoveries and encounters.
De Centrale, a world cultural centre situated in the multi cultural neighbourhood
Sluizeken-Tolhuis-Ham, is a meeting point for cultural fauna of motley plumage.
A heartfelt and vibrant plea for a multicultural society. De Centrale also hosts
a world music academy and organizes various forms of performing arts based
on ethnic diversity.
Namedropping
Jil Jilala, Ross Daly, Souad Massi, Rupa & the April Fishes, Trio Zabit Nabizade,
Nedialko Nedialkov, Yom, Passion! (feat. Dick van der Harst), Ahirkapi-roman
Orkestrasi
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VENUES
45
Centre Culturel et
de Congres
de Woluwe-Saint-Pierre
Centre Culturel Ottignies –
Louvain La Neuve
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Patricia Meerts
(programme director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 773 05 80
Avenue Charles Thielemans 93
BE - 1150 Brussels
www.art-culture.be
Auditorium: 650
Salle Fabry: 350
Cabaret: 100
Vincent Geens (director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)10 413 726
+32 (0)10 453 625
Avenue des Combattants 41
BE - 1340 Ottignies
www.poleculturel.be
400 / 600
Profile
The cultural centre of Woluwe is equipped with an Italian-style auditorium with
680 seats and three other halls able to accommodate between 80 and 300 people.
The programme is multifarious and world music has also found its niche here.
Namedropping
Mariana Ramos, Quentin Dujardin, Oli Cima, Julia Migenes, Duniya Project,
Yves Lambert, Ablaye Cissoko, Victoria Abril, Trio Joubran, Akim El Sikameya,
Bjørn Berge, Márcio Faraco, Dobet Gnahoré, Vishten
46
VENUES
Profile
The cultural centre usually adds a few world music concerts to their annual
performance schedule, in Ottignies or at La Ferme du Biéreau.
Namedropping
Anouar Brahem, Baloji, Ana Moura
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Cultuurcentrum
Brugge
Ex-Cantina
Contact
ADDress
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Peter Roose (cultural officerprogramming music & theatre)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)50 443 040
Cultuurcentrum Brugge
Sint-Jakobsstraat 20-26
BE - 8000 Brugge
www.ccbrugge.be
Sophie Vynckier
[email protected]
M +32 (0)486 281 680
Rue Vlogaert 4
BE - 1060 Brussels
www.excantina.be
Salle de concert: 150
Restaurant: 150
Profile
Cultuurcentrum Brugge groups seven sites, spread across Bruges’ inner city, each with its
own particular profile. The best known of these are the refurbished Stadsschouwburg, the
platform for youth culture MaZ and the exhibition space De Bond. The offer is as varied
as the infrastructure with theatre, humour, contemporary dance, rock and chanson, world
music and music theatre, as well as visual arts and miscellaneous interdisciplinary projects.
Profile
The Ex-Cantina is a new spot in Brussels. The old canteens of Saint-Gilles have been
given a new lease on life thanks to the cultures of the world. Every Thursday they
present “Flavours and Music of the World”: a diverse programme and a restaurant that
serves to complement the occasion. If the music is Indian, you can expect Indian food
on your plate. When Ireland is on the programme, you will be served an Irish stew.
Namedropping
Salif Keita, Thierry Robin, Ana Moura, Khaled, Richard Thompson, Jools Holland,
Joan Baez, Balanescu Quartet, Marcel Khalifé, Mary Black, Willy DeVille, Mariza
Airbag - Accordion festival
www.ccbrugge.be/airbag
The Airbag Festival, organized by Cultuurcentrum Brugge, aims to provide
a contemporary overview of the accordion within different musical genres
(jazz, folk, popular, traditional and classical music, hip-hop and electro). Paying
particular attention to new trends, placing international big names alongside
local talent. Every edition of the festival offers a vibrant and wide-ranging
sampling given the twenty-or-so concerts and two themed exhibitions.
Date: May
Namedropping: Anouar Brahem, Kimmo Pohjonen, Bajofondo Tango Club
presents Superveille, Antonio Rivas y Sus Vallenatos, Otros Aires,
Guy Klucevsek, Danças Ocultas, David Munnelly, Evelina Petrova
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’t Ey
Music Club
Flagey
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Dirk Van der Speeten (coordinator)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 772 11 93
M +32 (0)497 354 694
Koutermolenstraat 6b
BE - 9111 Belsele
www.tey.be
120
Tarquin Billiet
(programme director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 641 10 10
Rue du Belvédère 27
BE - 1050 Brussels
www.flagey.be
Studio 4: 750
Studio 1: 150
Studio 5 (movie theatre): 150
Foyers, bars, mezzanines and
two small studios (for workshops,
meetings, receptions, diners,
debates in intimate groups): 100
capacity each
Profile
‘t Ey is a smoke-free music pub with all the comforts of a cultural centre.
Their aim is to reunite the musician and his/her audience. Although the focus is mainly
on folk, they regularly have musicians on stage who are firmly rooted in pop, jazz or
classical music. ‘t Ey’s unwavering love of music means that it is also the home
base for a number of bands such as Fanteyfare, the Winin’ Boys, Surpluz,
Boulet and De Vreye Vrienden.
Namedropping
Profile
With the Klarafestival as overture and the Brussels XL Summer Festival as grand
finale, Flagey's cultural seasons are highlighted by monthly festivals such as Voix des
Femmes (see “Festivals”) and Ars Musica. On top of the seasonal programming, there
are also world music performances.
Urban Trad, Wannes Van de Velde, June Tabor, Phillipe Catherine, Pierre Bensusan,
Ukulele club de Paris, John Kirkpatrick, Gabriel Yacoub, Kuijkenensemble, Coope,
Boyes & Simpson, Zef, Osian, Uxia
NAMEDROPPING
50
51
VENUES
Renata Rosa, Cristina Branco, Malouma, Funduq Al-Mughannîn, Dhruba Ghosh
Handelsbeurs
Maison de la Culture
Famenne-Ardenne
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Michael Joostens
(programming & artistic management)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 265 91 60
Kouter 29
BE - 9000 Gent
www.handelsbeurs.be
Standing: 750
Seated: 350
Profile
The Handelsbeurs is a stunning and monumental concert hall in the centre of
Ghent. The programme offers a versatile and adventurous selection of all sorts. The
emphasis, however, is on pop, rock, classical chamber music, singer songwriters and
world music.
Namedropping
Sparklehorse & Fennesz, Yasmin Levy, Speech Debelle, Peter Murphy, David Fray,
Bebel Gilberto, D-A-D, Gong, Christopher Cross, Flamenco: ‘DOS’, Eva Ayllòn,
Cristina Branco
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Corinne Vanvolsem (director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)84 314 689
+32 (0)84 327 373
Chaussée de l’Ourthe 74
BE - 6900 Marche-en-Famenne
www.maisondelaculture.
marche.be
Grande salle: 440
Studio: 130
Profile
As far as the distribution of music goes, the MCFA tries to offer the public the
possibility to taste every kind of music: classical music is just as likely to cross
paths with rock and jazz, as well as world music or chanson française... The eclectic
programming is complementary to the more intimate and themed programmes which
take place in the smaller village halls within the 14 partner communes.
Namedropping
KV Express, Milann & Laloy, Jacques Stotzem, Trip To Ireland, Bai Kamara
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VENUES
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Muziekpublique
ThéÂtre Molière
De Roma
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Peter Van Rompaey
(artistic director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 217 26 00
Galerie de la Porte de
Namur
Square du Bastion 3
BE - 1000 Brussels
www.muziekpublique.be
400
Toon Van Deuren
(promoter)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 292 97 56
www.deroma.be
Office:
Turnhoutsebaan 327
BE - 2140 Borgerhout
www.deroma.be
Standing: 1.750
(including 440 gallery seats)
Seated: 1.200
(including 440 gallery seats)
Profile
Profile
Muziekpublique is a non-profit organization that specializes in folk and world music.
Most of the concerts (about 100 per year) take place in the Théâtre Molière,
a venue with 400 seats and very nice acoustics, situated in Matongé,
the African neighbourhood of Brussels.
De Roma is a beautiful 1930’s cinema. It has a rather folkloristic character and
offers a multitude of cultural activities and festive events. From classical concerts,
world & folk music, jazz, pop, rock and chanson to old as well as new films,
theatre- and dance performances, and popular balls.
NAMEDROPPING
Namedropping
Dino Saluzzi & Anja Lechner, Baaba Maal, Andy Palacio, Stimmhorn,
Iva Bittova, Riccardo Tesi, Kardes Türküler, Jaune Toujours, Habib Koite,
Triakel, Kocani Orkestar, Hamilton de Holanda, Kala Ramnath,
Ska Cubano, Kimmo Pohjonen, Didier Laloy, Ialma
Luka Bloom, Kocani Orkestar, Ana Moura, Sara Tavares, Richard Galliano,
Dave Douglas, Mayra Andrade, Omar Sosa, Melingo, John Scofield, Marcel Khalife,
Brad Mehldau, Faiz ali Faiz, June Tabor, Rabih Abou-Khalil, Ludovico Einaudi,
Gabriel Rios, Toots Thielemans, Think Of One, Tom Robinson, Habib Koité, Khaled,
Ozark Henry, deFilharmonie, Quarteto Cendron
Festival
Classics are ‘Living Room Music’, a festival of concerts performed in private
houses in Brussels, and the ‘Bal des Bals’, a festival of dance music uniting the
European folk and the non-European world music scenes. Muziekpublique is
also a partner in the Festival d’Art de Huy and the Brosella Folk & Jazz Festival
(see “Festivals”).
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VENUES
55
’t Smiske
Arts Centre
Espace Senghor
Centre Culturel d’Etterbeek
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Contact
ADDress
CAPACITY
Thierry Noville (programmer)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 230 31 40
Avenue de Maelbeek 18
BE - 1040 Brussels
www.senghor.be
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Reinout Keymolen
(coordinator)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 306 68 55
Gemeenteplein 7
BE - 1730 Asse
www.tsmiske.be
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Profile
Espace Senghor is a cultural centre from the French Community focusing mainly on
intercultural activities. Its very stylish hall dates back to the early 20th century.
Namedropping
Susana Baca, Trilok Gurtu, Bonga, Omar Sosa, Amadou & Mariam, Dhafer Youssef,
Habib Koite, Taraf de Haïdouks, David Krakauer, Marcos Valle, Richard Galliano,
Shivkumar Sharma
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VENUES
Profile
‘t Smiske is an old cosy little smithy that was run by 6 generations of blacksmiths.
Now it is a meeting place for musicians, artists and music lovers to sit around the
forge and heat things up a little. Small, cosy, open, volunteers… Welcome!!
Namedropping
Willem Vermandere, Laïs, Kadril, Ambrozijn, Swåp, Olafur Arnalds, Snaarmaarwaar,
Pan de Capazo, Embrun, Griff, Bon Matin!, Benjamin Macke & Birgit Bornauw, Duo
Decombel-Decker, Juan Maria Carlotti
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Toernee Mondial
Network of
Flemish Cultural Centres
Contact
ADDress
Roger Bouwens (chairman)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)11 346 548
Kastanjedreef 1
BE - 3970 Leopoldsburg
www.toerneemondial.be
Zuiderpershuis
World culture centre
Contact
ADDress
Dora Mols (director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 248 01 00
Waalse Kaai 14
BE - 2000 Antwerpen
www.zuiderpershuis.be
CAPACITY
600
Profile
Toernee Mondial is a network of Flemish Cultural Centres / Organizers that endeavours to
send world music, in the largest possible sense of the term, on tour in Flanders. In order
to do so, they are constantly searching abroad, as well as at home, and they actively
collaborate with other networks and organizers.
Members of Toernee Mondial
Cultureel Centrum Casino Koksijde (Koksijde) - www.casinokoksijde.be Cultureel Centrum
Leopoldsburg (Leopoldsburg) - www.ccleopoldsburg.be Cultureel Centrum Lokeren (Lokeren)
www.lokeren.be Cultuurcentrum Belgica (Dendermonde) - www.ccbelgica.be Cultuurcentrum
De Borre (Bierbeek) - www.deborre.be Cultuurcentrum De Herbakker (Eeklo) - www.ccdeherbakker.be
Cultuurcentrum De Ploter (Ternat) - www.ccdeploter.be Cultuurcentrum De Schakel (Waregem)
www.ccdeschakel.be Cultuurcentrum De Spil (Roeselare) - www.despil.be Cultuurcentrum
de Warande (Turnhout) - www.warande.be Cultuurcentrum Deurne (Deurne) - www.cdcultuur.be
Cultuurcentrum Evergem (Evergem) - www.evergem.be/cultuurcentrum Cultuurcentrum
Knokke-Heist (Knokke-Heist) - www.ccknokke-heist.be Cultuurcentrum Kortrijk (Kortrijk)
www.cultuurcentrumkortrijk.be Cultuurcentrum Strombeek (Strombeek-Bever) - www.ccstrombeek.be
Cultuurcentrum Ter Dilft (Bornem) - www.terdilft.be Cultuurcentrum Ter Vesten (Beveren)
tervesten.beveren.be Cultuurcentrum Westrand (Dilbeek) - www.westrand.be Cultuurcentrum
Zwaneberg (Heist-op-den-Berg) - www.zwaneberg.be Liers Cultuurcentrum (Lier)
www.lierscultuurcentrum.be
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VENUES
Profile
As an arts centre, the world culture centre Zuiderpershuis offers a perpetual stage
for artists from around the globe. Particular attention is paid to the South-North-South
exchange, the artistic communication between different communities and cultures
being the central point. The offer consists of music, dance, theatre, literature, debate
and exhibitions handling contemporary and traditional subjects, as well as everything
in between.
Namedropping
Tony Allen, Oumou Sangare, Renata Rosa, Bassekou Kouyate, Djelimady Tounkara,
Afel Bocoum, Ramiro Musotto, Jozef Dumoulin, Lucía Pulido, Mamar Kassey,
Orchestre Poly-Rythmou de Cotonou, Nouredine Khourchid, David Krakauer
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003
AGENCIES
LABELS &
DISTRIBUTION
MEDIA
ORGANIZATIONS
Couleur Café © Nathalie Nizette
agencies
Artefacts
Dirk De Gezelle (manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)485 980 045
Pacificatiestraat 17/1
BE - 2000 Antwerpen
www.artefacts.ws
Roots, folk and world. Big names from
across the globe. Quality music and
candid artists.
Bratsch, Berroguëtto, Gabriel Yacoub,
Lucilla Galeazzi, Norma Winstone
Backline Boekingen
Robert Van Yper (manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 309 30 40
Wouter Haecklaan 5b
BE - 2100 Antwerpen
www.liveconcerten.be
Pop & rock booking agency with a
selected world-branch.
Banda Tropical, Lunes, Fiesta Tropical!,
Tam Echo Tam, SZIA, Maracaibo
Busker Bookings
Werner Dewachter (manager)
[email protected]
T + 32 (0)2 305 31 49
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AGENCIES
Jozeph Possozplein 7
BE - 1500 Halle
Independent booking agency
Voye d’En Haut 41
BE - 5680 Vodelée
www.contrejour.com
Gabriel Rios, Selah Sue, Lady Linn &
her Magnificent Seven, Absynthe Minded
International world music with Africa in
the spotlight.
Choux de Brussels
Piet Maris (artist/manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 538 94 55
G. Schildknaapstraat 33/3
BE - 1020 Brussels
www.choux.net
Choux de Brussels is an artist collective,
which takes care of its own management
and runs it own record label. All projects
at Choux de Brussels have one thing
in common: their multicultural range
of ideas and influences. Their bold
approach in bridging cultural boundaries
and creating innovative forms beyond
them, not only produces a whole new
sound but often a fresh and richer
identity. It’s an identity that is fuelled,
claimed and embraced by all its
participants.
Jaune Toujours, Mec Yek, Madouce
Contre-Jour
Michel De Bock (manager)
Geneviève Bruyndonckx
[email protected]
T +32 (0)82 66 74 70
+32 (0)82 66 74 71
Habib Koité & Bamada, Gangbé Brass
Band, Dobet Gnahoré, Afel Bocoum &
Alkibar, Aly Keita & 3 MA
Divano Productions
Stéphane Karo (manager)
Meriem Fadil El Alaoui
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 523 09 78
Avenue Clémenceau 92
BE - 1070 Brussels
www.divanoprod.com
Laïs, Renato Borghetti, Cardamome Trio,
Valerio, Duo Pirotton-Fahy, Fahy’s Trio,
La Squadra, Filippo Gambetta Trio
Garifuna
Kris Eelen (general coordination, tour
planning, production supervision)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)14 853 703
Markt 29 bus 2
BE - 2460 Kasterlee
www.garifuna.be
Garifuna vzw is an organization
representing many theatre- and music
companies, as well as comedy artists.
Ishtar, Kadril
Management, producer, publisher
Taraf de Haidouks (Roumanie),
Kocani Orkestar (Rép. Macédoine)
Fragan
Frédérique Dawans (manager, agent)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)477 259 678
Place de Bossut 4
BE - 1390 Bossut-Gottechain
www.fragan.be
National and international artists who
go by folk/spoken word, jazz and
who are inspired by traditional music.
Emphasis is on the exchange between
communities, regions and cultures.
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GentleManagement
Eric Didden (artist manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 234 14 00
Zebrastraat 28/002
BE - 9000 Gent
www.gentlemanagement.be
GentleManagement manages the career
of artists based in the Low Countries.
They had their share in developing
careers of Think of One, DAAU and
Gabriel Rios.
Greenhouse Talent
Pascal Van de Velde
(artist management, booking,
concert promotion)
[email protected]
T + 32 09 220 99 45
Limburgstraat 66
BE - 9000 Gent
www.greenhousetalent.com
One of the mayor Belgian concertpromoters and agencies (pop/rock/
world/folk/jazz).
Laïs/Lenski, Youssou N'Dour, Caetano
Veloso, Mariza, Baaba Maal, Patrice,
Richard Thompson, Steve Earle,
Emmylou Harris
Kultuurburo Linkwadraat
Dirk Seymus (managing director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)15 25 02 69
Lostraat 34
BE - 2220 Heist-op-den-berg
www.linkwadraat.be
Kultuurburo Linkwadraat is a booking
and management agency for world music
groups from Belgium and abroad. The
agency is recognised and subsidized as
an alternative management agency by
the Flemish Community.
Ghalia Benali, Bert Cornelis, Madiha
Feguigui, Amparo Cortés, Camaxe,
Eliza Carthy
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AGENCIES
Live Nation
Nele Bigare (press & communications)
T + 32 (0)15 295 900
Stephenson Plaza
Blarenberglaan 3A
BE - 2800 Mechelen
www.livenation.be
Belgian department of mayor
international concert and festival
promotor and agency.
Amadou & Mariam, Balkan Beat Box,
Cristina Branco, Ojos de Brujo, Oi Va
Voi, La Troba Kung-Fú
Loecker
Patrick De Loecker (manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 532 02 48
M+32 (0)485 494 872
Klein Brusselstraat 53
BE - 1755 Gooik
www.loecker.be
Music groups that are mainly active
within the folk scene abroad and at
home. Folk in the broadest sense of the
word. Music that recognizes quality
and feeling.
Shantalla, b-boa, Griff, Väsen, Eitre
Duo Montanaro-Cavez, Comas
Mukalo Production
Michel Winter (manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 640 08 13
Rue Vandernoot 33
BE - 1080 Brussels
Mukalo Productions produces and takes
care of the management of Konono
n°1, Kasai Allstars, Staff Benda Bilili
de Kinshasa (Womex Award 2009)
and Tartit du Mali. A few of Mukalo’s
other occupations is the creation of
scenic decors and the development of
trainings in Africa for techniques for live
performances.
Muziekburo
Frederik Claeys (manager)
[email protected]
M +32 (0)474 279 557
Krijgslaan 180
BE - 9000 Gent
www.muziekburo.be
Booking and management agency for
modern Flemish folk. Also offers the
organization of Boomballs (folk ball with
dance initiation and live music) and
organizes its own Boombalfestival
(see “Festivals”).
Los Pablos, AedO, Living Roots,
Triple-X, Variomatic
Music Idea
Inge Depraetere (management
and bookings)
[email protected]
M +32 (0)475 890 721
Oranjeriedreef 2
BE - 9620 Leeuwergem
www.musicidea.be
Passion and an eye for detail are what
distinguish Music Idea when it comes to
the management and bookings of a host
of musicians, with a marked preference
for world music, folk and classical music.
Soetkin Baptist, Tom Theuns, Wouter
Vandenabeele, Paul Rans, Klezmic
Zirkus, Quentin Dujardin, Karim Baggili
Muziekpublique
Malick Pathé Sow, A Contrabanda,
Asuno
See Venues & Labels
Skinfama
Lino Grumiro (management)
Grégory Jacqmain (booking)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 248 24 30
Avenue Princesse Elisabeth 90
BE - 1030 Brussels
www.skinfama.com/33Tour
www.33tour.be
Skinfama is an organization, set up in
2005, which mainly provides booking,
management and concerts production
services. Skinfarma is making headway
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in the world music scene, but also in
urban music such as hip-hop, reggae
and electro.
Toumani Diabaté, Fredy Massamba,
Victor Démé
Tsahara Productions
Dirk Feys (manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)50 333 699
Langestraat 65
BE - 8000 Brugge
www.tsahara.com
Booking agency specialized in world,
funk, jazz and salsa.
Mory Kante, Manu Dibango, Ronny
Jordan, Brooklyn Funk Essentials,
Ricardo Lemvo & Makina Loca, Njava,
Mazacote, Maria Ochoa & La Sonora
Cubana, Havana Impacto, JTQ,
Defunkt Soul
and foreign artists, both established and
up-and-coming.
Via Lactea
Trui Dewaele (manager)
Piet Decoster
[email protected]
T +32 (0)69 770 900
M+32 (0)472 232 597
Collaboration with Music Crossroads
International: Body Mind & Soul,
Mokoomba, Nyali
labels &
distribution
AMG Records Benelux
Rue Beyaert 57
BE - 7500 Doornik
www.vialactea.be
Pierre Vandevelde (director)
T +32 (0)67 210 248
[email protected]
Via Lactea is the manager of the
Orchestre International du Vetex,
a 14-piece style and border crossing
brass band, and Amparo Sanchez,
the Southern Spanish singer of the
disbanded Amparanoia. Via Lactea also
acts as booking agency for, specifically,
Spanish and Latin inspired bands such
as La Troba Kung-Fù, Jarabe de Palo,
Don Tomasino and 17 Hippies.
Rue du Bosquet 31
BE - 1400 Nivelles
www.amg-records.com
AMG Records is an independent
distribution company located in Belgium,
specialized in the distribution of various
musical styles: classical, world, jazz
and pop music.
Appel Rekords
UBU
Patrick Dubucq (manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 245 28 10
Rue P. Van Obberghen 92
BE - 1140 Brussels
UBU is a tour organizer and performance
production company. The musical styles
range from world music (Amadou &
Mariam, Tiken Jah Fakoly, Rokia
Traoré,…) to chanson française
(Bénabar, Renan Luce, Thomas Fersen,…).
UBU represents about 50 Belgian
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AGENCIES
Zig Zag World
Poney Gross (director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 537 25 25
M+32 (0)496 523 982
Place Van Meenen 2
BE - 1060 Brussels
www. zigzagworld.be
Management & Artistic Agency,
Booking, Label
Production and Publishing: Manou Gallo,
Mamady Keita, Ialma, Baba Sissoko &
Black Machine, Manu Hermia Solo
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 306 68 55
Folkcorner Den Appel
Gemeenteplein 7
BE - 1730 Asse
www.tsmiske.be
Appel Rekords is a label founded by
't Smiske in Asse (see "Venues") and
the specialist record store Folkcorner
Den Appel, holding the largest collection
folk and world music CD's in the
Benelux. Appel Rekords gives young
folk bands the opportunity to release a
CD and make a name for themselves
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through compilation CD's (distributed
by AMG).
Naragonia, Hot Griselda,
Snaarmaarwaar, Transpiradansa
Bang! Music
Filip De Groote
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 523 41 35
Veeweydestraat 100
BE - 1070 Brussels
www.thisisbang.com
BANG! is a record distribution and
production label based in Brussels.
Laïs, Dez Mona
Bolster Music
Pieter Thys (artist/manager)
[email protected]
M+32 (0)477 894 835
Warandestraat 1
BE - 2220 Heist op den Berg
www.bolstermusic.com
Various projects in folk, world music and
jazz by, among others, members of the
disbanded Troisseur and jazzclub Hnita.
Tribe, Milleniums, Assunta Mano, Hijaz
Choux de Brussels
Jaune toujours, Mec Yek, Arabanda
See Agencies
COD&S Distribution
Charlier Maurice (administrator)
[email protected]
M+32 (0)474 479 107
Rue Hugo d’Oignies 26
BE - 5100 Jambes
www.coddistribution.com
Distribution in Benelux and France
of self-produced artists and small
independent labels.
Codaex
Dirk De Greef (managing director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)13 352 060
Larenstraat 58
BE - 3560 Lummen
www.codaex.com
Distributor of mainly classical music
labels in the Benelux, but also world
and jazz
Colophon Records
Eddy Pennewaert (director)
[email protected]
Rue Gratès 25
BE - 1170 Brussels
www.colophon.be
Colophon Records edits and produces
audio CD's as part of its collection of
global popular music. For its editorial
choices, the label tends to lean towards
the preservation and revelation of little
known traditional music of populations
threatened by economic inequality or
political upheaval. There are currently
34 releases in their catalogue.
Crammed Discs
Marc Hollander
(A&R/managing director)
Hanna Gorjaczkowska
(managing director)
Thierry Steuve
(international distribution manager)
John Stevens
(international promotion manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 640 79 14
Rue General Patton 43
BE - Brussels 1050
www.crammed.be
Crammed Discs is the winner of
the 2009 Womex Top Label Award.
Since its creation in the 1980s,
Crammed has grown into a globally
respected highly adventurous label. It
has consistently reinvented itself and
has been coming up with new forms of
fusion, mixing elements of world music,
rock and electronica, pioneering all kinds
of innovative trans-cultural and genrebending experiments.
Konono N°1, Bebel Gilberto, Cibelle,
Balkan Beat Box, Think of One, Taraf De
Haidouks, Koçani Orkestar
EMI PUBLISHING
Guy Vanhandenhove (general manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 702 24 11
Eugène Plaskylaan 179
BE - 1030 Brussels
www.emimusicpub.com
Yves Barbieux, Urban Trad, Zap Mama,
Buscemi
Eufoda
Ellen Frissaer
[email protected]
T +32 (0)16 310 600
Blijde-Inkomststraat 79-81
BE - 3000 Leuven
www.davidsfonds.be
Eufoda is the record label of the
Davidsfonds, a Flemish catholic
organization for the advancement
of culture and a more active cultural
experience. The catalogue consists
mainly of classical and traditional folk
music by international and Flemish
composers.
Fonti Musicali
Claude Flagel (director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 511 67 72
Rue Jean d’Ardenne 33
BE - 1050 Brussels
www.fontimusicali.com
Fonti Musicali is a natural extension in
the activities of musician Claude Flagel
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LABELS & DISTRIBUTION
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and dance researcher Lou Flagel.
Their high quality mobile equipment
allows them to record within the
musician's natural environment.
The end product, as it were, will always
correspond to the image they want to
portray of themselves and their culture.
Mamady Keïta, Ibrahima Sarr, Tartit,
Dhruba Ghosh, Rabasa
Gha Records –
The Label for the Guitar
Françoise-Emmanuelle Denis
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 242 59 21
M+32 (0)476 316 853
Alexandre Markelbach 101
BE - 1030 Brussels
www.gharecords.com
Homerecords.be
Michel Van Achter (director)
Corentin Aussens (producer)
[email protected]
Rue Patenier 8
BE - 4000 Liège
T +32 (0)4 226 80 23
www.homerecords.be
Independent label that produces original,
innovative and contemporary ‘modern
folk’ music, a generic term that points to
music based on a number of influences
and styles (traditional, classical, jazz...),
crossing and merging them, to finally
deliver a personalized project. Aurelia,
Aranis, Dazibao, Tricycle
Igloo Mondo
Christine Jottard (director)
Rémi Planchenault (distribution/
international development)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 538 90 01
Boulevard Léopold II 153
BE - 1080 Brussels
www.igloorecords.be
Pierre Vaiana, Claudia Meyer, Abid
Bahri, Chœur La Grâce, Tuta Ngoma/
Ikondongo Mukoko, Jean Goubald,
Lokas, Eddy Mboyo & La Sanza, Wendo
Kolosoy, Majid Bekkas
Kloefmusic
Frederik Claeys (manager)
[email protected]
[email protected]
M+32 (0)474 279 557
www.kloefmusic.com
Kloefmusic is the label of Muziekburo
(see Agencies), specializing in Belgian
folk and also the label of Boombal
(see Festivals)
Göze, Tref, Ambrozijn, AedO
LC Music
Jeanot Ampen (business executive)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)16 204 184
Groenveldstraat 13-15
BE - 3001 Leuven
www.lcmusic.com
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LABELS & DISTRIBUTION
LC Music is a distributor with an
established reputation in the Benelux
and abroad. They have launched new
artists in the Benelux such as: Jamie
Cullum, Ojos De Brujo, Stacey Kent,
Sioen, Tinariwen, Souad Massi, Dulce
Pontes, Rachid Taha, Think Of One,
Daniel Johnston, Muchachito, Reba
McEntire, Sven Van Hees, Orquestra
Imperial, Spanish Harlem Orchestra and
Yerba Buena.
Mogno
Henri Greindl (artistic director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 358 45 12
M+32 (0)477 525 820
Avenue du Vallon 40
BE - 1640 Rhode st Genèse
www.mognomusic.com
Mongo Music is an independent label for
jazz, fusion and roots. The organization,
created in 1996 by musician Henri
Greindl, is particularly concerned with
the safeguarding of projects surrounding
cultural fusion and exchanges between
Belgian and foreign musicians. It's
practices these through its record label,
the organization of concerts, artist
promotion, music publishing.
Muziekpublique
Linus Vanhellemont
(label manager and production leader)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 217 26 00
Théatre Molière
Galerie de la Porte de Namur
Square du Bastion 3
BE - 1000 Brussels
www.muziekpublique.be
World music label: Malick Pathé Sow,
Shahkilid, Khalid Izri
Via Lactea Records
Trui Dewaele (manager)
Piet Decoster (manager)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)69 770 900
M+32 (0)472 232 597
Rue Beyaert 57
BE - 7500 Doornik
www.vialactea.be
The booking- and management agency
Via Lactea (see "Agencies") runs its own
label, Via Lactea Records. The label
offers interesting groups, that fit in with
the label's philosophy, a chance
to record.
Amparanoia, Orchestre International du
Vetex, La Troba Kung-Fu
Wild Boar Music
Erwin Libbrecht (director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)9 385 64 78
Renbaanstraat 14
BE - 9810 Eke
www.wildboarmusic.com
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Folk music label that has been going
strong since the beginning of
"new folk wave".
Laïs, Kadril, Vera Coomans,
Jaune Toujours, Follia!, Tref, Didier
Laloy, Luc Pilartz, Djamel
Zephyrus Records
Michael De Schryver
Jan Hoozee
[email protected]
[email protected]
M+32 (0)486 287 097
+32 (0)494 448 701
Rijsenbergstraat 134
BE - 9000 Gent
www.zephyrusrecords.be
Zephyrus does production for music
projects. The emphasis is on world
music but roots and jazz can also be
found on Zephyrus. They are also a
record label and, in the past, have
released CD's by Va Fan Fahre,
Mishtu Orchestra, Hijaz, Myrddin en
Lady Linn and her Magnificent Seven.
MEDIA
RADIO & TV
VRT – Flemish
Broadcast Company
Producers world and folk music:
Marc Vandemoortele
Zjakki Willems
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 741 37 60
+32 (0)2 741 37 62
A. Reyerslaan 52
BE - 1043 Brussels
www.vrt.be
www.radio1.be
www.klara.be
VRT is the public broadcasting company
for the Flemish Community and member
of the European Broadcasting Union.
Live stream and audio archive on the web.
RTBF – French speaking Broadcast Company
Producers world and folk music:
Etienne Bours (Musiq 3: Terre de sons)
Didier Melon (La Première: Le Monde
est un Village)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 737 43 16
M+32 (0)498 857 797
EXQI Culture
Tine Lippens (editor)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 460 39 30
Eurocam Mediacenter
Fabriekstraat 38
BE - 2547 Lint
www.exqiculture.be
EXQI Culture, the Flemish cultural
broadcaster, began its operations on
1 October 2006. EXQI Culture approaches
culture in the broadest of terms and pays
special attention to music.
Radio Panik
Aymeric Lehembre (responsible
for Djiboutik, a radio program
on world music)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)488 410 988
Rue Saint-Josse 49
BE - 1210 Bruxelles
www.djiboutik.be
NEWSPAPERS
Most newspapers (De Morgen,
Standaard, Le Soir, La Libre, …)
employ a number of competent
journalists. A survey is available on
www.flandersmusic.be and www.wbm.be.
MAGAZINES
Goe Vollek!
Peter De Rop (editor)
Herman Dewit (editor)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 532 28 38
Mixed Media Uitgeverij
Puthof 13
NL - 5655 AM Eindhoven
www.mixedmagazine.nl
c/o Muziekmozaïek
Wijngaardstraat 5
BE - 1755 Gooik
www.muziekmozaiek.be
World music magazine Mixed appears
6 times a year in Belgium and the
Netherlands.
Flemish magazine about folk in
Flanders and the rest of the world,
quarterly publication by Muziekmozaïek
(see Organizations).
ON THE WEB
Le Canard Folk
Marc Bauduin
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 332 00 69
(evening and weekend)
Le Canard Folk
Rue De Broyer 14
BE - 1180 Brussels
www.canardfolk.be
Le Canard Folk publishes a monthly
magazine and a website with information
about traditional music and dance in
Belgium - mainly in the French-speaking
part of the country, even though folk
music knows no borders.
A. Reyerslaan 52
BE - 1044 Brussels
www.rtbf.be / www. musiq3.be /
www.lapremiere.be
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MEDIA
Mixed Magazine
[email protected]
T +31 (0)40 251 11 13
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Folkroddels.be
[email protected]
M +32 (0)485 922 643
Koolkappersstraat 39
BE - 8500 Kortrijk
www.folkroddels.be
Folkroddels is the largest Flemish portal
site. There are tons of great photos of
folk bands in action, concert reports, CD
reviews and much more. THE forum for
folk aficionados.
ORGANIZATIONS
& ASSOCIATIONS
Asspropro (Association des
Programmateurs Professionnels)
Cécile Hoornaert (coordinator)
Nathalie Van Liefferinge (coordinator)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)81 735 946
Avenue Reine Astrid 22
BE - 5000 Namur
www.asspropro.be
Asspropro is a cultural network
that unites the people in charge of
programming within the different
cultural structures in the Franco-Belgian
Community (regional and local cultural
centres…). Its main sphere of action
lies at the heart of live performance and
all aspects of performance art itself.
The right of preference goes to the
encouragement of artistic productions,
in particular the organization of tours.
European Forum of
Worldwide Music Festivals (EFWMF)
Sarah Vereycken (administrator)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)3 455 69 44
C/o Sfinks
J.F. Willemsstraat 10a
BE - 2530 Boechout
www.efwmf.org
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ORGANIZATIONS & ASSOCIATIONS
EFWMF is a network of independent
festivals, that share a vision that the
world is a patchwork of millions of
local traditions and music styles, each
different in content yet equal in value.
EFWMF instigated the worldwide music
expo WOMEX and Strictly Mundial as a
networking concept for the live aspects
of world music.
Flanders Ethno
Ivo Lemahieu (coordinator)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 720 76 95
Stokkelstraat 36
BE - 1950 Kraainem
www.flandersethno.be
This organization produces a yearly
international youth camp with folk and
world musicians from around the globe.
The result is a consistent musical,
intercultural jumble that manages
to captivate summer festivals such as
Sfinks and Dranouter.
Jeugd en Muziek
Vlaanderen
Roel Vanhoeck (director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 507 84 36
Baron Hortastraat 13
BE - 1000 Brussels
www.jeugdenmuziek.be
Over the past 60 years this, initially, local
scheme has grown into a multicultural
global organization, which is active in
about 40 countries. The aim of Jeugd
en Muziek is to offer all youngsters
the opportunity to get in touch with all
possible kinds of high- quality music.
Under the international organization's
motto: to enable young people to develop
through music across all boundaries.
Jeunesses Musicales De La
Communauté Française
De Belgique (Event Organizers)
Emmanuelle Soupart
(in charge of artistic relations)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 507 85 47
Palais des Beaux-Arts
Rue Ravenstein 23
BE - 1000 Brussels
www.jeunessesmusicales.be
Their mission: awaken and initiate young
people to all types of music, from home
and abroad, and encourage young and
not-so-young musicians in the practice of
music, through a range of initiatives and
training. The red line throughout is to
focus on quality, in a spirit of artistic and
cultural pluralism, all the while excluding
any kind of discrimination. Jeunesse
Musicales organizes 1500 concerts in
schools and 350 public concerts.
Médiathèque de la
Communauté Française
De Belgique (Record Library)
Anne-Sophie De Sutter (consultant in the
acquisition of world music and cinema)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 737 18 11
75
Place de l’Amitié 6
BE - 1160 Brussels
www.lamediatheque.be
The main goal of the association is
to offer everyone access to culture in
its broad diversity and as it happens.
It does this through a network of
permanent and mobile lending centres
and the qualifications of its personnel.
Unequalled cultural representation
and diversity, supported by a team
of specialists. No less than 350.000
different titles (CD, video cassettes,
DVD, CD-rom documentaries and games).
MET-X
Luc Mishalle (director)
[email protected]
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 218 70 52
Delaunoystraat 58
BE - 1080 Brussels
www.met-x.be
MET-X: Moving music. Music that moves.
MET-X is a house for and by musicians.
In close collaboration with enthusiastic
artists from the most diverse horizons,
they produce the creative elements
in order to form bands, events and
educational processes.
Muziekmozaïek
Peter De Rop (director)
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 532 28 38
Wijngaardstraat 5
BE - 1755 Gooik
www.muziekmozaiek.be
Muziekmozaïek is the regional centre
for everybody who has anything to do
with folk (and jazz), in Flanders and
Brussels. It was founded with the aim
of conserving Music with roots. To
achieve this, they organize workshops,
concerts, courses and concourses. They
also produce CD's and publications.
They also organize Het Feest van de
Folk, a yearly two-week event, with
dozens of folk and world music activities
throughout Flanders.
Vereniging Vlaamse
Cultuur- en gemeenschaps­-
centra vzw (VVC)
notes
[email protected]
T +32 (0)2 201 17 07
Gallaitstraat 86 bus 23
BE - 1030 Brussels
VVC is the membership organization of
cultural centres and community centres
in Flanders. It serves as a spokesperson
in regard to the Flemish government, the
federal government and a multitude of
other organizations.
Muziekpublique
Muziekpublique is offering workshops
and courses in traditional dances and
(western and non-western) music
instruments.
See also Venues & Labels
Toernee Mondial - Network
of Flemish Cultural Centres
See Venues
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ORGANIZATIONS & ASSOCIATIONS
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CINEY
Esperanzah!
DRANOUTER
Dranouter Folk Festival
GEEL
Reggae Geel
OTTIGNIES
La Nuit Africaine
SPY
Picnic Festival
LOVENDEGEM
Boombalfestival
MONS
Cap Suds
GOOIK
Gooikoorts
HOOGSTRATEN
Antilliaanse Feesten
HUY
Festival d’art de Huy
INGELMUNSTER
Labadoux Festival
LIÈGE
Tempo Color Festival
Voix De Femmes (Women’s
Voices Festival)
MARCHE-EN-FAMENNE
Maison de la Culture FamenneArdenne
OTTIGNIES
Centre Culturel Ottignies
ANTWERPEN
Arenberg/Rivierenhof
De Roma
Zuiderpershuis
ASSE
’t Smiske
BELSELE
’t Ey
BRUGGE
Cultuurcentrum Brugge
BRUSSELS
Ancienne Belgique (AB)
Le Botanique
Bozar Music
Centre Culturel de Woluwe-St-Pierre
Ex-Cantina
Flagey
Muziekpublique - Théatre Molière
Espace Senghor
GENT
De Bijloke
De Centrale
Handelsbeurs
GENT
Gent Jazz Festival
OdeGand/Festival Avanti!
Polé Polé
Trefpunt @ Gentse Feesten
LIÈGE
ANTWERPEN
Zomer van Antwerpen/
Muziek in de Wijk
BOECHOUT
Sfinks Mixed
BOOM
Mano Mundo Festival
BREDENE
Afro Caribbean Festival
BREE
Afro-Latino Festival
BRUGGE
Brugges Festival
Cactus Festival
Klinkers
BRUSSELS
Brosella Folk & Jazz
Canta!
Couleur Café
Djangofolllies
Skoda Jazz Festival
MONS
BRUSSELS
VENUES
GENT
FESTIVALS
BRUGGE
ANTWERPEN
The complete list of festivals, venues,
agencies, labels, media, organizations and
artists can be found on the following websites:
Flanders & BRUSSELS
(The Flemish Community)
www.flandersmusic.be
Wallonia & BRUSSELS
(The French Speaking Community of Belgium)
www.wbm.be