Iconic world music festival WOMAD has announced the first set of artists scheduled to perform in July 2021. The eclectic mix of UK-based artists will…
WOMAD UK Announces 2021 Artists
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Frank London’s Ghetto Songs (from Venice and Beyond)
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Reissue of Ali Farka Touré’s ‘Red’ Album
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Cante Flamenco, From Madrid to Heaven
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