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shunTA! Brings the Kafana Spirit to Life with Debut Album
Author: JGurski
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Tamada Presents Innovative Georgian Folktronica
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Lele Lele Orchestra Transforms Bulgarian Folk for the Modern Age
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Enchanting Balkan Mix of Gadulka, Guitar and Accordion
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Mirza Redžepagić’s Multifaceted, Flamenco-Balkan Guitar
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