The inaugural European Folk Day, slated for Saturday, 23rd September 2023, marks a significant milestone in the realm of folk music, dance, and storytelling. This…
European Folk Day 2023: Establishing a Key Date in the Annual Calendar
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Snarky Puppy’s Michael League Announces New Bokanté album, ‘History’
Bokanté, an international ensemble spearheaded by the Grammy-winning founder of Snarky Puppy, Michael League, has revealed plans for the release of their forthcoming studio album,…
FlamencoEñe: A Dazzling International Flamenco Showcase at the Picasso Museum in Malaga
Scheduled to take place from May 24 to 26, 2023, FlamencoEñe stands as an extraordinary flamenco exhibition curated specifically for international programmers and spearheaded by…
EP Release by Jasdeep Singh Degun: A Masterful Fusion of Indian Tradition and Innovation
Jasdeep Singh Degun, a virtuoso sitar player and composer, is set to embark on a highly anticipated tour in support of his groundbreaking debut album,…
Chancha Via Circuito Reveals “Amor en silencio” Video Featuring Lido Pimienta
Chancha Via Circuito collaborates with Colombian-Canadian singer Lido Pimienta on “Amor en silencio.” Pimienta delivers a captivating vocal performance, harmonious melodic intertwined with panning percussion…
Iconic Cuban Musician Eliades Ochoa to Release ‘Guajiro’ in May 2023
The revered Cuban singer, guitarist and songwriter, Eliades Ochoa, has announced the upcoming release of his highly anticipated new album, ‘Guajiro‘. Set to hit the…
Global Mashup Concert in Queens, New York, Stride Piano Meets Guinea
The upcoming musical event, Mini-Global Mashup: Stride Piano Meets Guinea, on May 21, 2023, will showcase a captivating collaboration between two talented musicians from vastly…
International Songwriting Competition 2022 Reveals World Music Winners
The International Songwriting Competition (ISC) has recently announced the winners of the World Music category, marking yet another year of impressive talent from around the…
BALKAN:MOST Festival Announcement: A Celebration of Balkan Culture and Music
The BALKAN:MOST Festival, held in partnership with world music expo organization WOMEX, is set to showcase fresh talent from the Balkans, featuring six headliners, 24…
Global Mashup Concert in Queens, New York, Ireland Meets Mexico
The Global Mashup world music concert series continues to offer diverse musical experiences that blend genres and cultures. On Friday, May 19, the concert series…