Finnish band JPP celebrates its 25th anniversary this year and will be carrying out the band’s 12th tour to the US and Canada September 30…
JPP Begins 12th Tour in North America in September
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Hamilton De Holanda’s Brasilianos Earns Latin Grammy Nomination As “Best Instrumental Album”
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World Music and Arts at Bumbershoot 2007
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The Vinayaka Chaturthi
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West African Stars Dry Yai Debut in U.S. with Free Single
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Madison World Music Festival 2007 Lineup Announced
In its fourth year the Madison World Music Festival again brings extraordinary artists from all over the world for free performances on the Terrace, in…