Globalfest

Soundcheck | May 3, 2010
Had Franco lived 50 years later, he might be in New York this weekend. Sunday night at Webster Hall marks Globalfest, New York’s annual sneak peek at artists that could be on the verge of international fame. The event brings together 12 world music acts on three stages. WNYC's Rob Weisberg shares his picks for the best of the bunch.

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