Three groups, Guieldu, Alienda, and Muro Kvartet, have reached the finals of the Runas Contest in 2023. The contest aims to promote new talent in…
Guieldu, Alienda, and Muro Kvartet Reach Finals of Runas Contest at Ortigueira Festival
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“Curious Times”: Mark Stoffel’s Latest Release Captures the Mood of the Spring 2020 Lockdown
Mark Stoffel, a German-born mandolin player residing in southern Illinois, has released a new composition titled “Curious Times.” Inspired by the uncertain atmosphere of the…
Groundation and Brain Damage Collaborate for a Reinvented Reggae Experience on “Dreaming From An Iron Gate”
Reggae band Groundation has released a new album titled “Groundation Meets Brain Damage – Dreaming From An Iron Gate” to celebrate the 20th anniversary of…
Rodrigo y Gabriela Claim Top Position on NACC’s Latin Music Chart for the Week of May 23
The album “In Between Thoughts… A New World” (ATO) by Mexican guitar virtuosos Rodrigo y Gabriela soars to the top in the Latin Music category…
Taj Mahal Secures Number One Position on NACC’s Blues Music Chart for the Week of May 23
The album “Savoy” (Linus/Stony Plain) by legendary American roots music artist Taj Mahal has landed at #1 on the Blues Music category on the North…
Dom Flemons Rises to the Top of NACC’s Folk Music Chart for the Week of May 23
The album “Traveling Wildfire” by Dom Flemons has reached the number one spot in the Folk Music category on the North American College and Community…
Altin Gün Tops NACC World Music Chart for Week Ending May 23
The band Altin Gün has secured the top spot in the World Music category on the North American College and Community radio (NACC) charts for…
Rainforest World Music Festival Makes Triumphant Return in June 2023!
The iconic Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF) returns in 2023 with yet another mix of global rhythms and cultural heritage. The eagerly anticipated world music…
Antonis Antoniou Releases ‘Throisma Remixed’
Antonis Antoniou, the acclaimed Cypriot musician, composer, and producer known for his remarkable contributions as a member of Monsieur Doumani and Trio Tekke, has released…
Tanxugueiras Triumph at Spanish MIN Independent Music Awards in Roots Music Category
Spanish act Tanxugueiras continues to achieve resounding success this year, garnering two MIN Independent Music Awards for their album “Diluvio.” The trio from the region…