The Orkney Folk Festival has unveiled its 2024 lineup, featuring a diverse array of artists from around the globe. Scheduled for May 23-26, the 41st…
Orkney Folk Festival Unveils Eclectic 2024 Lineup
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Lonesome River Band’s Timeless Rendition of ‘Blues of the Night’”
In their latest release, the seasoned bluegrass maestros, Lonesome River Band, once again delve into country music with their single “Blues of the Night.” Drawing…
Koum Tara Claims Top Position on Transglobal World Music Chart for December 2023
The album Baraaim El-Louz by Koum Tara has landed at #1 on the Transglobal World Music Chart for the month of December 2023. Baraaim El-Louz…
Catrin Finch & Aoife Ní Bhriain Command the World Music Charts Europe for December 2023
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Extraordinary blues guitarist, lap steel player, songwriter, and vocalist Selwyn Birchwood’s latest album, Exorcist (Alligator Records), won the Quarterly German Record Critics’ Award. German writer…
Amanda Cook Unveils Captivating Single “New Star” from Upcoming Album
Bluegrass artist Amanda Cook has released a new single titled “New Star.” It is the first song unveiled from her upcoming album, Restless Soul. This…
Mandolinist Mark Stoffel Rolls Out “Barnyard Funk”
Mandolinist Mark Stoffel has released a video of his new single “Barnyard Funk” (Mountain Home Music Company). The instrumental piece highlight’s Stoffel’s skill on the…
Famed Afropop Singer Sara Tavares Dies at 45
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Omara Portuondo’s “Vida” Secures Latin Grammy Award 2023
In a remarkable turn of events, Omara Portuondo, who recently returned to her cherished Cuba for a much-needed vacation, has been honored with the prestigious…
Lukas Nelson’s “The View” Video Highlights Maui’s Scenic Beauty
The official music video for Lukas Nelson’s song, “The View,” is now accessible. Directed and edited by Orion Owens, the video presents scenes from the…