The album Tecelã by Portuguese band A Cantadeira captured the first place on LIMúR, Lista Ibérica de Músicas de Raíz (Iberian Roots Music Charts) for…
A Cantadeira Tops LIMúR, the Iberian Roots Music Chart for Third Quarter 2024
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Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens Release “Swannanoa Tunnel / Steel-Driving Man”
Silkroad Ensemble with Rhiannon Giddens’ new single is “Swannanoa Tunnel / Steel-Driving Man.” This is the first single from the upcoming album, American Railroad. The…
Ali Akbar Moradi and Pejman Hadadi to Perform Sacred Kurdish Music in New York
On Saturday, November 23, 2024, at 8:00 PM, Ali Akbar Moradi and Pejman Hadadi are set to perform at Roulette in New York City. This…
Angélique Kidjo and Davido’s ‘Joy’ Surges in Popularity, Celebrating African Music
Angélique Kidjo and Davido’s latest collaboration, “Joy,” has quickly gained momentum, amassing over 4 million streams and climbing to #7 on the Nigerian National Airplay…
Parchman Prison Prayer Releases Haunting New Single, “Parchman Prison Blues”
Parchman Prison Prayer has unveiled their latest single, “Parchman Prison Blues,” following their widely acclaimed 2023 debut album, Parchman Prison Prayer: Some Mississippi Sunday Morning.…
Buzz’ Ayaz Dominates the Transglobal World Music Chart for October 2024 with Unmatched Success
Buzz’ Ayaz, the first album by new Cypriot act Buzz’ Ayaz Conquered the number one spot on the Transglobal World Music Chart for October 2024.…
Buzz’ Ayaz Achieves Chart-Topping Success on World Music Charts Europe for October 2024
The self-titled album, Buzz’ Ayaz, by Cypriot band Buzz’ Ayaz Cypriot Secured the coveted top position on the World Music Charts Europe for October 2024.…
Simon Shaheen to Perform Music of the Arab World in Brooklyn
(headline image: Simon Shaheen – Photo by Jack Vartoogian, Front Row Photos) Renowned ‘ud (oud) player Simon Shaheen is set to perform at Roulette in…
IBMA Reveals 2024 Bluegrass Music Awards
Del McCoury was named Entertainer of the Year at the 35th Annual International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) Bluegrass Music Awards, held on September 26, 2024,…
IBMA Announces 2024 Distinguished Achievement Award Recipients
The International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA) has revealed the recipients of its 2024 Distinguished Achievement Awards. It recognizes significant contributions to the bluegrass music genre.…