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This image extracted from the AI generated video of the song Ela Gözlerini Sevdiği Dilber depicts a serene autumn landscape featuring a golden-hued valley with colorful trees surrounding a calm stream. Rolling hills and majestic mountains frame the background under a clear blue sky.

Music videos

Turkish Folk Music Presented with Modern Digital Innovation

Turkish label Kalan Music has rolled out a music video that integrates the rich heritage of Turkish folk music with modern digital innovations. In their…

The album cover for Her By Design by Jenn Butterworth features an anatomical illustration of the artist. Half of her body is shown as a detailed, scientific diagram, revealing internal organs, bones, and flowers intertwined. The other half retains her natural appearance, holding an acoustic guitar.

Music videos

Guitar Master and Songwriter Jenn Butterworth Releases “Little Sparrow” Single

World Music Central News Room January 4, 2025 No Comments Jenn Butterworth Scottish music world music

“Little Sparrow” is the second single from Jenn Butterworth’s forthcoming album, Her By Design. Renowned as one of the leading figures in traditional folk guitar,…

Honores a la Afición Japonesa" (Tribute to Japanese Flamenco Enthusiasts. Concert poster with photos of the two artists.

Events

Jesús Méndez and Enrique Sakai Pay Tribute to Japanese Flamenco Enthusiasts

World Music Central News Room January 3, 2025 No Comments Círculo Flamenco de Madrid Flamenco world music

The Círculo Flamenco de Madrid will host a special event, “Honores a la Afición Japonesa” (Tribute to Japanese Flamenco Enthusiasts) on January 9, 2025. The…

Events

Secret Planet 2025: A World Music Celebration in New York City

World Music Central News Room January 2, 2025 No Comments Chicha Libre Lollise Los Crema Paraíso Luciferin Miramar Secret Planet world fusion world music Yallah Yallah Yeison Landero

The 2025 edition of Secret Planet is set to take place on Saturday, January 11 at DROM in New York City. Performances begin at 7:00…

The album cover for Alva by Mari Boine is a mix of natural and symbolic elements. Central to the composition is a white animal skull, possibly a deer or a similar creature, resting on a bed of lush greenery dotted with red berries and purple flowers. Draped over the skull is a reflective, circular ornament, resembling a cluster of sequins or mirrored disks. A vivid burst of color emerges from the left side, with diagonal streaks of pink, orange, and yellow.

Charts

Mari Boine Takes the Number One Spot on Transglobal World Music Chart for January 2025

World Music Central News Room January 1, 2025 No Comments Abdoulaye Traoré Aboubakar Traoré & Balima Achille Nacoulma Afro Celt Sound System Al Andaluz Project Amir Amiri Ensemble Ayom Baba Zula Bassałyki Boubacar Djiga Buzz’ Ayaz Carmen Souza Christine Zayed Clotilde Rullaud Djam!Dogo du Togo Driss El Maloumi Trio El Khat Elektro Hafız Gao Hong Hoodna Orchestra Jake Blount Jan Lundgren Japanistan Trio Justin Adams Kanazoe Kapela ze Wsi Warszawa Kengo Saito L'Alba Lara Wong Lo'Jo Lucibela Mali Obomsawin Manu Chao Mari Boine Mauro Durante Melón Jiménez Moana & The Tribe Mulatu Astatke Nesrine Norwegian music Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan Peni Candra Rini Peter Somuah Rusan Filiztek Sámi music Seckou Keita Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 The Alagaa Beat Band The Bongo Hop Trendafilka Vigüela Warsaw Village Band Watar Quintet world fusion world music Yamandu Costa Zhou Xiaoxia

Alva by Mari Boine has claimed the number one position on the Transglobal World Music Chart for the month of January 2025. Mari Boine is…

Charts

Aboubakar Traoré & Balima Ascend to the Top of World Music Charts Europe for January 2025

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The album Sababu by Aboubakar Traoré & Balima claimed the coveted number one spot of the World Music Charts Europe for the month of January…

Fely Tchaco- Zante cover artwork. Two photos of Fely side by side.

Music videos

Fely Tchaco Revives “Zante” with a Vibrant Zouglou Remix

World Music Central News Room December 30, 2024 No Comments Fely Tchaco Ivorian music world music

Ivorian-American singer-songwriter Fely Tchaco has unveiled a new remix of her single “Zante,” reimagined by renowned Ivorian producer and musician David Tayorault. Known as “The…

Flook - The Farther Shore cover artwork. The design features a minimalist and delicate aesthetic, with a soft, muted color palette dominated by pale whites, creams, and subtle floral imagery. The flowers in the foreground are faint and slightly blurred,

New Releases

Flook Debuts First-Ever Single, “The Farther Shore/Winter Flower”

World Music Central News Room December 30, 2024 No Comments Celtic music Flook flute world music

Celtic music band Flook has unveiled their first single, “The Farther Shore/Winter Flower“. The track explores themes of sea journeys, beauty, and transitions, reflecting over…

Music videos

Natu Camara and Sekou Bembeya Diamond Release Stirring New Single “Cinko Mina”

World Music Central News Room December 25, 2024 No Comments world music

Renowned Guinean vocalist Natu Camara has unveiled her new single, “Cinko Mina,” that features a compelling mix of Malinke and English lyrics. This single precedes…

Al Andaluz Project - The songs of Iman Kandoussi cover artwork. A photo of Iman performing live.

Charts

Al Andaluz Project Takes the Number One Spot on Iberian Roots Music Chart for 4th Quarter 2024

World Music Central News Room December 24, 2024 No Comments Al Andaluz Project Arab-Andalusian music Arabic music Sephardic music Spanish music world fusion world music

The songs of Iman Kandoussi by Al Andaluz Project has secured the top spot on Limur, the Iberian Roots Music Chart for the 4th Quarter…