C.J. Lewandowski and Del McCoury, joined by Ronnie McCoury, have released a new version of the Osborne Brothers and Red Allen’s 1957 classic “She’s No…
Heavenly Chorus: McCourys and Lewandowski Revive “She’s No Angel”
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Tom Ricci Reimagines a Tango Classic
Tom Ricci presents a contemporary live reinterpretation of “Naranjo en Flor,” one of Argentina’s most iconic tangos, recorded at Buenos Aires’ historic Estudios ION. This…
A Parting Song: Mike Vass Sets Sail With “Leaving St. Kilda”
Scottish composer Mike Vass draws inspiration from history in “Leaving St. Kilda,” a solo tenor guitar piece rooted in his time as artist-in-residence at the…
World Music Showcase Babel Music XP Opens 2026 Artist Call
Babel Music XP, an international showcase and professional springboard for emerging world music artists, has officially launched its call for participants for the 2026 edition.…
Volume Five Keeps It Lit
Bluegrass mainstays Volume Five return with Leave a Light On (Mountain Fever Records), a tightly crafted album that bridges traditional roots with contemporary storytelling. The…
Bluegrass Burns Bright: Matt Wallace Rekindles “Midnight Fire”
Matt Wallace returns with “Midnight Fire,” a spirited new single released on Huckleberry Records. Originally recorded by Steve Wariner in the 1980s, the song is…
Lowell Folk Fest Drops First 2025 Lineup
The 2025 Lowell Folk Festival has unveiled the first wave of performers, set to appear from July 25–27 in downtown Lowell, Massachusetts. As one of…
From Kuduro to Slavic Strings: Etnosur 2025 Reveals Final Lineup
The 28th edition of Spanish world music festival Etnosur has finalized its lineup with the addition of four high-energy acts: Muyayo Rif, Throes + The…
Cheikh Ibra Fam Celebrates African Beauty in New Single
Senegalese artist Cheikh Ibra Fam unveils “Sali”, a soulful tribute to African femininity. The track serves as the second single from his forthcoming album Adouna…
Fiddle Camp in Spain: Crisol de Cuerda 2025 Mixes Fiddles and Cultures
Founded by acclaimed Scottish fiddler Alasdair Fraser, Crisol de Cuerda is a weeklong international string camp set in Spain, set to take place July 27–August…