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    Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials Return With Slideways

    Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials – Slideways (Alligator Records, 2026) Slideways, the grand new album from Chicago blues band Lil’ Ed & The Blues…

    Ryan Emmert April 8, 2026 No Comments
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    A Soundtrack Fit for a Sultan: Kamperman’s Prince Achmed Shines Beyond the Screen

    Steven Kamperman – Prince Achmed (Zennez Records ZR2025013, 2025) Dutch composer and multi-instrumentalist Steven Kamperman brings new life to Die Abenteuer des Prinzen Achmed (1926),…

    Tyler Bennet April 7, 2026 No Comments
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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…

    Angel Romero April 6, 2026 No Comments
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    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 2 Comments
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  • A protest-style illustration shows three raised hands against a beige background: a black clenched fist on the left, a red hand in the center pointing upward, and a black open palm on the right with an eye symbol. Along the bottom, blocky lettering reads We Were Made For These Times by The Klezmatics.
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    The Klezmatics Face The Music With We Were Made For These Times

    World Music Central News Room April 8, 2026 No Comments
  • 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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    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.
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    Salsa Artist Anthony Almonte Talks to the Moon

    World Music Central News Room March 29, 2026 No Comments

Fely Tchaco- Zante cover artwork. Two photos of Fely side by side.
Music videos

Fely Tchaco Revives “Zante” with a Vibrant Zouglou Remix

World Music Central News Room December 30, 2024 No Comments Fely TchacoIvorian musicworld music

Ivorian-American singer-songwriter Fely Tchaco has unveiled a new remix of her single “Zante,” reimagined by renowned Ivorian producer and musician David Tayorault. Known as “The…

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Mariana Masetto - Cósmica cover artwork. The artist standing in the middle of a road with a guitar on her back, wit her back to the camera.
Album reviews

Mariana Masetto’s Cósmica: A Polyglot Fusion of Art and Spirit

Iliana Cabrera December 30, 2024 1 Comment Argentine musicMariana Masetto

Mariana Masetto – Cósmica (Bumbunita música, 2024) Mariana Masetto, the lovely Argentine singer-songwriter and yoga instructor, celebrates a decade-long career with her latest album, Cósmica.…

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Flook - The Farther Shore cover artwork. The design features a minimalist and delicate aesthetic, with a soft, muted color palette dominated by pale whites, creams, and subtle floral imagery. The flowers in the foreground are faint and slightly blurred,
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Flook Debuts First-Ever Single, “The Farther Shore/Winter Flower”

World Music Central News Room December 30, 2024 No Comments Celtic musicFlookfluteworld music

Celtic music band Flook has unveiled their first single, “The Farther Shore/Winter Flower“. The track explores themes of sea journeys, beauty, and transitions, reflecting over…

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JB Moundele - Racines cover artwork. A map of Africa.
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JB Moundele: From Jazz Roots to African Rhythms

Tyler Bennet December 29, 2024 No Comments African musicJB Moundeleworld fusionworld music

JB Moundele – Racines (New Groove, self-release, 2024) JB Moundele is a versatile saxophonist, composer, producer, and arranger whose career reflects his explorations of jazz…

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José Almarcha - Un Nuevo Paseo cover artwork. An abstract design.
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José Almarcha’s ‘Un Nuevo Paseo’ Redefines Flamenco with a Modern Twist”

Angel Romero December 28, 2024 No Comments Flamencoflamenco guitarguitarSpanish musicworld music

José Almarcha – Un Nuevo Paseo (self-released, 2024) Flamenco guitarist and composer José Almarcha has released his new album, Un Nuevo Paseo. This new set…

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Fabio Bergamini sitting outdoors next to some of his musical instruments.
Artist Profiles

Inventive Brazilian Percussionist Fabio Bergamini

Angel Romero December 28, 2024 No Comments Brazilian musicFabio Bergaminiworld fusionworld music

Fabio Bergamini holds a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in music from Unicamp (Campinas/SP) and furthered his studies in the United States (Berklee College of…

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Alpha Blondy - Revolution cover artwork. A photo of the landing on the moon with an astronaut and the American flag.
Album reviews

Alpha Blondy’s Revolution: An African Reggae Masterpiece

Joe Nash December 27, 2024 No Comments Alpha BlondyReggaeworld music

Alpha Blondy – Revolution (Pathé, 1987) Alpha Blondy, the Ivory Coast’s reggae ambassador, delivered a seismic musical statement with his 1987 album, Revolution. This irresistible…

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Vigüela: Keepers and Innovators of Central Spanish Traditions

Angel Romero December 26, 2024 No Comments Castilian folk musicSpainSpanish musicVigüelaworld music

Vigüela (strumming) is a group dedicated to preserving and celebrating the folk music of central Spain. Since its formation in the mid-1980s, the group has…

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Natu Camara - Cinko Mina cover artwork by James Marsh. a frontal headshot of Natu with patterns over her face.
Music videos

Natu Camara and Sekou Bembeya Diamond Release Stirring New Single “Cinko Mina”

World Music Central News Room December 25, 2024 No Comments world music

Renowned Guinean vocalist Natu Camara has unveiled her new single, “Cinko Mina,” that features a compelling mix of Malinke and English lyrics. This single precedes…

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Amayo - Lion Awakes cover artwork. The artist dressed in an elaborate kung fu outfit.
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“Lion Awakes”: Amayo’s Spirited Solo Debut Bridges Afrobeat and Tradition

Angel Romero December 25, 2024 No Comments AfrobeatAmayoworld fusionworld music

Amayo – Lion Awakes (2025) On January 17, 2025, Amayo, the former frontman of Antibalas and a trailblazer in Afrobeat, will release Lion Awakes, his…

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