In May 2023, Folkways Records, the iconic American independent label, turned 75. It’s been quite a journey for this legendary collection of music and sound,…
Folkways Records Celebrates 75 Years in 2023 with Concerts, Reissues, and More
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A Melting Pot of International Musical Talents: Complete Roster Announced for 2023 Lowell Folk Festival
Seven additional musical acts who will be on stage at the 2023 Lowell Folk Festival Friday, July 28th through Sunday, July 30th, were announced this…
Babel Music XP Call For Artists for 2024 Edition
World music expo Babel Music XP is currently accepting applications to participate in the 2024 edition. Notably, the event has expanded its digital segment to…
Iconic Voice of Bossa Nova, Astrud Gilberto, Passes Away at 83
Renowned Brazilian vocalist Astrud Gilberto, whose ethereal rendition of “The Girl from Ipanema” captivated audiences worldwide during the 1960s bossa nova era, has passed away…
Martin Hayes & The Common Ground Ensemble Announce UK & Ireland Tour
Martin Hayes and The Common Ground Ensemble have officially announced their upcoming tour across the United Kingdom and Ireland. The tour coincides with the release…
Labyrinth Musical Workshop Announces Summer 2023 Seminars
Labyrinth Musical Workshop have announced the upcoming music seminar for summer 2023. The Labyrinth Musical Workshop was founded in 1982 by Ross Daly, with the…
Alborosie unveils highly-anticipated album “Destiny”
Acclaimed reggae artist Alborosie has recently released a new album titled “Destiny” (Greensleeves Records, VP Records, and Shengen Entertainment). True to his familiar style, Alborosie…
Kayhan Kalhor and Toumani Diabaté Secure Number One Position on Transglobal World Music Chart for June 2023
The album “The Sky Is the Same Colour Everywhere” by Kayhan Kalhor and Toumani Diabaté has landed at #1 at the Transglobal World Music Chart…
World Music Charts Europe for June 2023: Ana Aïcha Dominates with Top Spot
The album “Ana Aïcha” by Gaïsha has landed at #1 on World Music Charts Europe in June 2023. Gaïsha is the collaboration between Belgian-Moroccan singer…
Rodrigo y Gabriela Reach Top Position on NACC’s Latin Music Chart for the Week of May 30
The album “In Between Thoughts… A New World” (ATO) by talented Mexican guitarist Rodrigo y Gabriela scales to the top in the Latin Music category…