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The single cover for Còta Mòr by Dàimh features a halftone illustration of a winding road through hilly terrain under a red sky. Two road signs appear in the image: one reads “Còta Mòr” with a directional arrow, and the other, positioned closer to the viewer, simply says “Dàimh.”

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Cape Breton Calling: Dàimh Wears a “Còta Mòr”

In the summer of 2024, Scottish folk group Dàimh traveled to Cape Breton to perform at KitchenFest. Between shows, they recorded the track “Còta Mòr”…

The cover of Cristian de Moret's single La Flor del Almendro (Bulería) features the artist in a desert-like landscape, arms raised in a posture of devotion or surrender. He wears sunglasses and a bare chest. Above him, the title appears in bold stencil-like typography, with the letter "A" stylized as a red triangle with a yellow accent.

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Almond Blossom in Bloom: Cristian de Moret Blends Bulería with Bold Vision

World Music Central News Room June 10, 2025 No Comments Cristian de Moret Flamenco world fusion world music

Cristian de Moret, the singer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer from Huelva, continues to expand the boundaries of flamenco with each release. His latest single, “La Flor…

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Sian Return with Second Album ‘Araon’ and New Single ‘Seo a’ Bhliadhna’

World Music Central News Room June 8, 2025 No Comments Celtic music Scottish music Sian world music

Gaelic vocal trio Sian have announced their second album, Araon, accompanied by the release of its lead single, “Seo a’ Bhliadhna.” Rooted in the musical…

Awards

🎙 Karmento Wins Best Folk Album for La Serrana at Spanish Music Academy Awards

World Music Central News Room June 7, 2025 No Comments Castilian folk music Karmento Spanish music world music

On June 4, 2025, the Spanish Music Academy held its second annual awards ceremony, where Karmento received the award for Best Folk Album for her…

The single cover for Scallywags by Dàna features a hand-drawn style. It depicts a wine or beer bottle labeled “Dàna” flanked by two glasses, with beer taps on the left, one marked with a shamrock, the other with a star. Set against a textured beige background.

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Dàna’s New Single Makes Mischief with “Scallywags”

World Music Central News Room June 6, 2025 No Comments Celtic music Dàna Scotland Scottish music world music

Glasgow-based all-female Celtic music group Dàna introduces their latest single, “Scallywags,” a spirited two-part set that showcases both original composition and traditional influence. The track…

The cover for Goodbye to the Blues by Gena Britt features a solitary figure walking down a dimly lit city street at night, bathed in moody blue tones.

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Bluegrass Gets the Blues

World Music Central News Room June 4, 2025 No Comments Bluegrass Gena Britt world music

Banjoist and vocalist Gena Britt, best known for her work with Sister Sadie, returns with a new single, “Goodbye to the Blues,” marking her debut…

The album cover for The Devil Rides Again by Adrian Raso & Fanfare Ciocărlia features a vintage-style illustration of a demonic carousel. At the center, a devilish guitarist rides a horse labeled “Diablo,” flanked by a red-dressed femme fatale on “Jezebel” and a crowned figure on “El Moro.” Flames encircle the ride.

Charts

Adrian Raso & Fanfare Ciocărlia Take the Number One Spot of Transglobal World Music Chart for June 2025

World Music Central News Room June 1, 2025 No Comments Adrian Raso brass band Fanfare Ciocarlia Gypsy swing Romanian music world fusion world music

The album The Devil Rides Again by Fanfare Ciocărlia and Adrian Raso reached the number one spot of Transglobal World Music Chart for the month…

The album cover for Journey Through Life by Femi Kuti is a collage of personal and historical photographs. It features Femi at various life stages, alongside images of his father Fela Kuti, family members, and musicians. Set against a bold green and yellow backdrop with traditional motifs.

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Femi Kuti Ascends to the Top of NACC’s World Music Chart for the Week of May 27

World Music Central News Room June 1, 2025 No Comments Afrobeat Femi Kuti world fusion world music

The album Journey Through Life (Partisan Records) by Afrobeat legend Femi Kuti claimed the number one position of the North American College and Community Charts…

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Adrian Raso & Fanfare Ciocarlia Rise to the Top of World Music Charts Europe for June 2025

World Music Central News Room June 1, 2025 No Comments Adrian Raso brass band Fanfare Ciocarlia Gypsy jazz Romanian music world fusion world music

The album The Devil Rides Again by Adrian Raso & Fanfare Ciocarlia has reached the number one spot of World Music Charts Europe for June…

The single cover for Atlantic Schottis by Anemara features a sailboat cutting across rolling blue waves, backlit by a large, textured yellow sun. The design is framed in blue with typewriter-style text: "atlantic schottis" at the top and "ANEMARA" at the bottom right.

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Wind Songs and Sea Strings: Anemara Debuts with “Atlantic Schottis”

World Music Central News Room May 30, 2025 No Comments Anemara Celtic music Scandinavian folk music world fusion world music

Anemara is a newly formed transatlantic quartet uniting traditional music influences from Scandinavia, the Celtic world, and North America. The ensemble features Kristina Leesik (fiddle,…