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Son Rompe Pera - Chucha
New Releases

Marimba Sensation Son Rompe Pera Unveil “Chucha”

World Music Central News Room February 9, 2023 No Comments cumbiamarimbaMexican musicSon Rompe Peraworld music

“Chucha” (AYA Records) is the new single by Mexico’s cumbia rockers Son Rompe Pera. It features elements of aliens, vivid dreams, false awakenings, and electrifying…

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Cover of the book Rude Girls: Women in 2 Tone and One Step Beyond
New Books

First Book on Women in Ska Released to Be Released on International Women’s Day

World Music Central News Room February 8, 2023 No Comments ska

The book “Rude Girls: Women in 2 Tone and One Step Beyond” written by ska music historian Heather Augustyn, will be released on March 8,…

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Molly Tuttle - Photo by Samantha Muljat
Awards

Molly Tuttle Awarded Best Bluegrass Album at 65th Grammy Awards

World Music Central News Room February 7, 2023 No Comments BluegrassMolly Tuttleworld music

At the 65th Annual Grammy Awards, Molly Tuttle was honored with the award for Best Bluegrass Album for her highly praised release “Crooked Tree.” The…

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Omar Sosa, Seckou Keita, Gustavo Ovalles: SUBA Trio — photo by Andrés Pino
Tour Announcements

Omar Sosa & Seckou Keita Announce US-Canada Tour April-May 2023

World Music Central News Room February 7, 2023 2 Comments Gustavo OvalleskoraOmar SosaSeckou Keitaworld fusionworld jazzworld music

Cuban virtuoso pianist Omar Sosa and Senegalese kora master Seckou Keita will be touring the United and Canada as the SUBA Trio featuring Gustavo Ovalles…

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Events

Fresh Ayr folk Festival Announces a Set of Dazzling Acts

World Music Central News Room February 7, 2023 No Comments BluegrassCeltic musicGrainne BradyLaura CorteseScottish musicworld music

Fresh Ayr, the brand new folk festival in Rozelle Park, Ayr (southwestern Scotland), set for Aug 11-13, 2023, has announced new additions to its already…

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LennyTunes and Shalom Mor - The Malfoof Collective
New Releases

The Malfoof Collective Mixes Traditional Black Sea coast music and modern street culture

World Music Central News Room February 6, 2023 No Comments folktronicaThe Malfoof Collectiveworld fusionworld music

The mini-album “The Malfoof Collective” explores the combination of traditional Black Sea coast music and modern street culture. The album features a mix of traditional…

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Starling Arrow - Oh Darlin'
New Releases

Starling Arrow Launch 5th Single “Oh Darlin’”

World Music Central News Room February 6, 2023 No Comments American folk musicAmericanaStarling Arrowworld music

Starling Arrow has released “Oh Darlin’” as the 5th single from their new album. The song is a lullaby for exhausted parents and is available…

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Conferences Showcases

Mundial Montréal 2023 Conference Call for Artists is Now Open

World Music Central News Room February 2, 2023 No Comments Mundial Montrealworld fusionworld music

The prominent North American world music showcase Mundial Montréal 2023 Call for Artists is now open. This edition will be held from November 14th to…

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Lucas Santtana - O Paraíso
Charts

Brazilian Artist Lucas Santtana Tops the Transglobal World Music Chart in February 2023

World Music Central News Room February 1, 2023 No Comments Brazilian musicfolktronicaLucas Santtanaworld fusionworld music

The recording “O Paraíso” by Brazilian singer, instrumentalist, and composer Lucas Santtana is the #1 album at the Transglobal World Music Chart in February 2023.…

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Mostar Sevdah Reunion - Lady Sings The Balkan Blues
Charts

Lady Sings The Balkan Blues #1 at World Music Charts Europe – February 2023

World Music Central News Room February 1, 2023 No Comments Mostar Sevdah Reunionworld fusionworld musicWorld Music Charts Europe

The album “Lady Sings The Balkan Blues” by Mostar Sevdah Reunion (Bosnia) has reached the number 1 position at the World Music Charts Europe in…

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