Zamrock pioneers WITCH return with the single “Queenless King,” the first release from their forthcoming album Sogolo, due June 13 via Partisan Records. The title,…
Zambia’s WITCH Reignites With “Queenless King”
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Runas Competition: Ortigueira Festival Boosts Prize Pool for Emerging Celtic Talent
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Amadou of Malian Duo Amadou & Mariam Dies at 70
(headline image: Amadou & Mariam – Photo by Julio Bandit) Amadou Bagayoko, guitarist and vocalist of the acclaimed Malian duo Amadou & Mariam, passed away…
Rafael Energía Dominicana Hits Home With “Una Mujer Buena (El Cuerno)”
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Rooted, Yet Restless: Mehmet Polat Unveils ‘Curious’ Single
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Trio Da Kali Dominates with Top Spot on Transglobal World Music Chart for April 2025
The album Bagola by Malian group Trio da Kali has sailed to the top of the Transglobal World Music Chart (TWMC) for the month of…
Trio da Kali Rises to the Top of World Music Charts Europe for April 2025
The album Bagola by Malian act Trio da Kali has landed at #1 on the World Music Charts Europe for the month of April 2025.…
Chambao Keeps It “Fresca” With a Tribute to Women
(headline image: chambao’s La Mari – Photo by Víctor Chito Photography) Chambao returns with “Fresca” (fresh), a single that pays tribute to women balancing domestic…
Wind at Their Backs: Missy Raines & Allegheny Breeze Into New Song
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Morocco’s Visa For Music Showcase Deadline Extended for 2025
The application deadline for Visa For Music 2025, the leading showcase and professional market for music from Africa and the Middle East, has been extended…