Two decades after their initial collaboration, singer-songwriter Piers Faccini and Malian kora maestro Ballaké Sissoko are set to release a new album, Our Calling, on…
Piers Faccini and Ballaké Sissoko Reveal ‘Borne on the Wind’ Single
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Ortigueira’s International Celtic World Festival to Honor 50th Anniversary of Escola de Gaitas
On January 18, the Ortigueira City Council unveiled the 2025 program and official poster for the International Celtic World Festival (Festival Internacional do Mundo Celta…
LIMúR Announces Best Iberian Roots Music Albums of 2024
LIMúR , the Iberian Roots Music Chart (Lista Ibérica de Músicas de Raíz) has revealed the list of best album of 2024. Topping the list…
Francisco Moreno Galván Centennial at Círculo Flamenco de Madrid
On Saturday, January 18, as part of the 12th season of the Círculo Flamenco de Madrid, a special event will celebrate the centenary of Francisco…
Folk in Fusion: A Celebration of Roots Music at Ireland’s ‘Your Roots Are Showing’ Conference”
The kickoff concert for Ireland’s premier folk conference, Your Roots Are Showing (YRAS), presents “Folk in Fusion – YRAS Live,” on January 14th, 2025, a…
Ireland’s Folk Conference Relocates to Killarney, Expands Offerings for 2025
Your Roots Are Showing, Ireland’s leading folk, roots, and traditional music conference, will hold its third annual event from January 15–19, 2025, at the Gleneagle…
La Linea 2025: Celebrating 25 Years of Latin Music Excellence
The London Latin Music Festival, La Linea, will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2025 with its most expansive and diverse lineup yet. Running from April…
Sister Sadie Explores Love’s Depths in “If I Don’t Have You”
Sister Sadie‘s original ballad “If I Don’t Have You” (Mountain Home Music Company) highlights the band’s heartfelt approach to songwriting, combining tender lyrics with masterful…
Resources for People Affected by Los Angeles January 2025 Fire
The news from Los Angeles, California, indicate devastating losses of homes, music studios and musicians’ equipment. More than 2,000 homes have been destroyed by two…
“Shaped by Sound” Celebrates North Carolina’s Musical Legacy
PBS North Carolina has announced the launch of Shaped by Sound, a 13-part original music performance series debuting Thursday, February 6. The series highlights North…