Budapest Ritmo marks its 10th anniversary with a special edition from April 10-12, 2025, featuring a world music conference, a Central Eastern European showcase, and…
Ritmo Rises: Budapest’s World Music Celebration Turns 10
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Santana’s Michael Jackson Tribute: “Stranger In Moscow” Live
Carlos Santana has officially released his instrumental rendition of Michael Jackson’s “Stranger In Moscow,” featured on his upcoming album, Sentient, set for release on March…
Back in the Saddle: Alison Krauss & Union Station Return for 75-Date Tour
Alison Krauss & Union Station will embark on their first tour in over a decade, performing 75 shows across North America from April to September…
Irish band Téada Touring the United States in March and May
(headline image: Téada – Photo by Damien Stenson) Famed Irish band Téada is currently touring the United States. Téada is one of the finest contemporary…
“Bella Sei” Hits the Dance Floor: Mascarimirì’s Fiery Pizzica Single
Mascarimirì returns with “Bella Sei,“ a new single steeped in the Salento dialect, a signature element of Claudio “Cavallo” Giagnotti’s compositions. The song captures a…
Unsigned, But Not Unseen: Unsigned Only Evolves Into Music Awards
The Unsigned Only Music Competition has rebranded as the Unsigned Only Music Awards, expanding its mission to celebrate independent artists worldwide. For over a decade,…
Milap Hits a High Note: Celebrating 40 Years with a Spectacular Spring 2025 Season
Milap marks its 40th anniversary with an exciting Spring 2025 season, bringing Indian arts and culture to Liverpool from February. The lineup features renowned Hindustani…
Sitar and Synergy: Anoushka Shankar Celebrates 30 Years on Stage
(headline image: Anoushka Shankar – Photo by Carly Hildebrant) On Friday, March 28, 2025, Grammy-nominated sitar virtuoso Anoushka Shankar marks 30 years of performing with…
Sister Sadie’s Song for the Free-Spirited: “Do What You Want”
Sister Sadie’s latest single, “Do What You Want,” offers a lively shift from their previous release, the bluegrass ballad “If I Don’t Have You.” The…
Silkroad Ensemble Amplifies Uplifted Voices on West Coast Tour
From March 28 to April 6, 2025, the Silkroad Ensemble will tour Uplifted Voices along the U.S. West Coast, featuring six distinguished performer-composers in an…