The latest rendition of “Mast Qalandar” breathes new life into a classic Sufi folk song cherished across South Asia for centuries. This version is a…
Mast Qalandar: A Contemporary Fusion of Sufi Tradition and Sarod Mastery
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Silkroad Ensemble and Rhiannon Giddens Release New Single ‘Far Down Far’
The Silkroad Ensemble, led by Rhiannon Giddens, has released “Far Down Far,” the second single from their forthcoming album, American Railroad, set for release on…
Joyful Brazilian Baião by Cirio
Amidst the flood of samba and bossa nova that’s been released over the decades, Brazilian baião music is sometimes overlooked. Whether or not a singer…
Fiddle Masters Jason Carter and Michael Cleveland Unveil New Take on Kenny Baker’s “Bluegrass in the Backwoods”
Bluegrass virtuosos Jason Carter and Michael Cleveland have released their first instrumental track, a reimagined version of Kenny Baker’s “Bluegrass in the Backwoods.” The song…
Laid Back Reggae with a French Caribbean Essence
I’m not sure why French singer Justin DEUMIL has his surname upper-cased in each mention of him I’ve received, but I do know that his…
Fábio Ramos New Single ‘Um Calice D’Nha Terra’ Out Now
Lusafrica’s rising star, Fábio Ramos, is set to release his debut album, Um Calice D’Nha Terra, on December 6, 2024. In the meantime, Ramos has…
Zaÿ Sivadas & Saraswati’s Vigorous Mix of Kirtan Music with Reggae
Combining Sanskrit-rooted kirtan music with Jamaican reggae and making you wonder why nobody thought of doing so before, French duo Zaÿ Sivadas & Saraswati create…
Ronnie Baker Brooks Launches “Blues In My DNA” Tour and Releases New Live Video
Ronnie Baker Brooks, the Chicago-based blues guitarist, has announced the launch of his “Blues In My DNA” tour to support his debut album with Alligator…
Accra Quartet Delivers Spectacular Mix of Afro-Rooted Jazz and Rock
A guitarist, a trombonist and two percussionists comprise Ghana’s Accra Quartet. Their track entitled “Batobe (They are right)” is a breakneck-paced jam that combines jazz,…
Guinevere Releases Poignant New Single “Unravel,” Honoring a Lost Friend
(headline image: Guinevere – Photo by Stefano D’Angelo) Italian-born singer and songwriter Guinevere has unveiled her latest single, “Unravel,” an evocative mix of folk-rock, pop,…