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    Ana Crismán Revolutionizes Flamenco with Her Harp

    Ana Crismán Arpa Flamenca — Arpaora (Andalouse Alhambra / InOuïe Distribution, 2026) Spanish harpist Ana Crismán has released her debut album Arpaora internationally in physical…

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  • Album reviews

    Jazz, Raga, And Black Holes: Quadrature Plots Debut Black Hole Blues

    Quadrature – Black Hole Blues (Deko Entertainment, 2025) Black Hole Blues is Quadrature’s debut album. The quartet grew out of the long-running Brooklyn Raga Massive…

    Tyler Bennet April 5, 2026 No Comments
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    Ashley Maher’s Music of Hope and Beauty

    In the midst of stressful times, why not take a break, relax, sip some tea, and listen to Tree to Tree.  This is Ashley Maher’s…

    Dorothy Johnson-Laird April 4, 2026 1 Comment
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  • Album reviews

    Tombak In The Spotlight On Between Hands

    Kaveh Mahmudiyan — Between Hands (Global Sonics, 2025) Kaveh Mahmudiyan’s first solo album, Between Hands presents his own compositions with the tombak (Persian goblet-shaped drum).…

    Tyler Bennet April 3, 2026 No Comments
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    Rising Teenage Guitarist and Singer-Songwriter Asher Brinson Debuts with Bluegrass Stars

    Asher Brinson — Midnight Hurricane (self-release, 2026) Asher Brinson is a young bluegrass guitarist and singer-songwriter from eastern North Carolina that has attracted a lot…

    Angel Romero April 2, 2026 No Comments
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Featured News

  • Sufian Ararah - Asdaa cover artwork. An interior space with arched columns.
    Music videos

    Oud Maestro Sufian Ararah Revisits Memory on “Asdaa”

    World Music Central News Room April 5, 2026 No Comments
  • Shelton & Williams Shifting Sand cover artwork. An image of a house over sand dunes.
    Music videos

    Bluegrass With Heart: Shelton & Williams Share “Shifting Sand”

    World Music Central News Room April 3, 2026 No Comments
  • Sami Yusuf sitting leaning against a wall. An architecturally ornate building is behind him.
    Music videos

    Sami Yusuf Unveils Transfixing Single “Being”

    World Music Central News Room March 31, 2026 No Comments
  • Ashby Frank Stokes County Buck Dancing Man cover artwork. A photo of the dancer jumping.
    Music videos

    Ashby Frank Salutes a Festival Original, “Stokes County Buck Dancing Man”

    World Music Central News Room March 30, 2026 No Comments
  • Anthony Almonte's cover artwork. Two filtered images of the artist.
    Music videos

    Salsa Artist Anthony Almonte Talks to the Moon

    World Music Central News Room March 29, 2026 No Comments
  • Liza Lo by Kayla Raquel. Black and white photo of Liza sitting.
    Music videos

    Liza Lo’s “Birdsong,” a Gentle Indie-Folk Song About Friendship and Romance

    World Music Central News Room March 28, 2026 No Comments

Events

Contradanza to Present New Album in Cadiz

World Music Central News Room January 29, 2014 No Comments

Spanish contemporary folk music band Contradanza is scheduled to present its new album titled “El canto de la tripulación” (the song of the crew) in…

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New CDs and digital releases

Carmen Souza Releases Live at Lagny Jazz Festival

World Music Central News Room January 28, 2014 No Comments

After traveling the globe presenting her studio album “Kachupada” (2012), Portuguese singer Carmen Souza releases now a live album recorded with her quartet on October…

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Events

Famed Brazilian Vocalist Maria Rita to Perform at City Winery in New York

World Music Central News Room January 28, 2014 No Comments

Brazilian singer Maria Rita, one of the leading vocalists from Brazil, is set to perform at New York’s City Winery on Sunday, February 2 and…

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Events

World Music Star Angelique Kidjo to Perform a Special Concert at The Town Hall in New York City

World Music Central News Room January 28, 2014 No Comments

Angélique Kidjo, one of the most popular artists in the world music scene, will perform a special concert at The Town Hall in in New…

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General News

Kong Audio Announces the Release of Chinee Orchestra Standard Edition

World Music Central News Room January 27, 2014 No Comments

Kong Audio has announced the release of Chinee Orchestra SE, a collection of 27 Chinese instruments, plus one set of Chinese percussion. The Standard Edition…

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Album reviews

The Potent and Enchanting Music of Sukhawat Ali Khan

TJ Nelson January 27, 2014 1 Comment Sukhawat Ali Khan

Sukhawat Ali Khan featuring Deepak Ram Laaj (Casa Ganesh Records, 2014) Steeped in a sultry mysteriousness Laaj, or Divine Grace, is the latest offering by…

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Awards

World Music Winners of 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards

World Music Central News Room January 26, 2014 No Comments

The Recording Academy announced today the winners of the 56th Annual GRAMMY Awards. Two predictable recordings tied for Best World Music Album: Live: Singing For…

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Events

Babel Med Music 2014 Announces Showcase Selection

World Music Central News Room January 26, 2014 No Comments

During three days, March 20-22, 2014 world music showcase Babel Med Music will present 31 projects where traditional music meets new visions and protest songs.…

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Music videos

Hip Deep Ghana – Music of the North and South Video

World Music Central News Room January 25, 2014 No Comments

A new mini-documentary produced by Afropop Worldwide, titled “Hip Deep Ghana- Music of the North and South” is now available. The video expands on the…

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Album reviews

Rafi El Releases Debut Album Ay de Mi

Angel Romero January 25, 2014 No Comments

Rafi El Ay de Mi (Dutty Artz, 2014) Electronic beats, Argentine folk traditions, reggaeton, cumbia and a mix of singing and rapping define the debut…

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