Dr. Ricky Kej has released a brand new modern version of the famous folk song “Bam Lahiri.” This is an ode to Lord Shiva. Kej…
Ricky Kej Launches ‘Bam Lahiri,’ a Modern Ode to Lord Shiva
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Blues and Soul Artist W.C. Clark Dies at 84
Renowned blues and soul artist W.C. Clark passed away at the age of 84 on March 2, 2024, due to natural causes. Born Wesley Curley…
Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway, Billy Strings and Iris Dement, Winners of International Folk Music Awards 2024
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World Music Institute to Present Israel Fernández & Diego del Morao
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Alam Khan to Perform at Roulette in New York City
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Meklit Presents “Ethio Blue”
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Bluegrass Powerhouse Sideline Releases First Single in Two Years
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First Week of Mujeres en Vivo 2024 Concerts
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Aziza Brahim Takes the Number One Spot on Transglobal World Music Chart for the Month of March 2024
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