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    Djinns, Hunters, and Mango Trees: Neba Solo & Benogo Diakité

    Neba Solo & Benogo Diakité – A Djinn and a Hunter Went Walking (Etoile Audio/Nonesuch Records, 2026) Malian balafon master Neba Solo and donso ngoni…

    Angel Romero February 25, 2026 No Comments
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    Americana and Bluegrass Drive Della Mae’s Magic Accident

    Della Mae – Magic Accident (Compass Records, 2026) Della Mae returns with Magic Accident, the band’s first full-length album since 2021’s Family Reunion. The release…

    Angel Romero February 23, 2026 No Comments
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    Johan Tobias Bergstrom Returns With Jazz-Folk Crossover Album Stella

    Johan Tobias Bergstrom – Stella (Losen Records, 2026) Norwegian guitarist Johan Tobias Bergstrom presents his second album, Stella. Bergstrom is known for a delightful Django…

    Madison Quinn February 21, 2026 No Comments
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    Pipa Power Meets Orchestra: Gao Hong’s Symphony Of Self

    Gao Hong – Symphony Of Self (Naxos World, 2026) Pipa performer and composer Gao Hong’s Symphony Of Self is a symphonic project featuring the Royal…

    Madison Quinn February 20, 2026 No Comments
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    Suonno D’Ajere Go Electric On Live In Quartet EP

    Suonno D’Ajere – Live In Quartet (Agualoca Records, 2026) Neapolitan trio Suonno D’Ajere has released a new seven-track live EP, Live In Quartet. The project…

    Iliana Cabrera February 19, 2026 No Comments
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Featured News

  • Yango Roots World of Competition cover artwork. An illustration of a lion's head with Jamaican flag colors.
    Music videos Single reviews

    Win or Lose

    Tom Orr February 26, 2026 No Comments
  • Dlù Lumina cover artwork. An abstract cover split into two contrasting sections. The left side features a vertical band of marbled teal and white, with faint, blurred yellow lettering partially visible. The right side glows in orange, pink, and gold.
    Music videos

    Dlù’s Joyful Scottish-Funk Crossover Single ‘Lumina’

    World Music Central News Room February 25, 2026 No Comments
  • Jorge Aguilar y Sus Embelecos Eres Tú Mi Rosa cover artwork. an illustration of a colombian manseen from the back. He is wearing traditional clothe and a country hat , holding a drum on his shoulder. Pink and orange neon colors.
    Music videos Single reviews

    Colombia Meets Senegal

    Tom Orr February 24, 2026 No Comments
  • Amanda Cook - Odd One Out cover artwork. A misty green forest.
    Music videos

    Amanda Cook’s New Single “Odd One Out”

    World Music Central News Room February 22, 2026 No Comments
  • Minna LaFortune African Women cover artwork. Illustrations ofAfrican women walking, dancing, listening to music over a Jamaican flag set of colors.
    Music videos Single reviews

    A Key Demographic

    Tom Orr February 21, 2026 No Comments
  • Uccio Vive by Elettro Mascarimirì cover artwork. A yellow cover with an illustration of a man.
    Music videos

    Uccio Lives: Pizzica Meets Synths In [EM]’s New Single

    World Music Central News Room February 20, 2026 No Comments

Guinevere - Photo by Stefano D'Angelo. Photo of the artist outdoors.
Music videos

Guinevere Releases Poignant New Single “Unravel,” Honoring a Lost Friend

World Music Central News Room October 20, 2024 No Comments ethereal folkGuinevere

(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,…

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Music videos

Francis Ndoumbe’s Irresistible Afro-Latin Sound

Tom Orr October 19, 2024 No Comments Afro-LatinCamerronian musicFrancis Ndoumbeworld music

Born in Cameroon and based in the U.S., Francis Ndoumbe achieves a top-notch Afro/Latin sound throughout “Tremendo Lio,” a track that feels tailor-made for the…

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Kala Jula & Gangbé Brass Band feat Fama Diabaté - Asro cover artwork. A photo of the artists performing live.
Album reviews

Kala Jula, Gangbé Brass Band, and Fama Diabaté Honor Kassé Mady Diabaté

Angel Romero October 19, 2024 No Comments Fama DiabatéGangbé Brass BandKala Julaworld music

Kala Jula & Gangbé Brass Band feat Fama Diabaté – Asro (Tribute to Kassé Mady Diabaté) (Buda Musique, 2023) In a powerful homage to the…

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Gera Bertolone- FEMMINA cover artwork. A black and white photo of the artist.
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Gera Bertolone’s Femmina: A Fierce Journey of Identity and Emancipation

Iliana Cabrera October 18, 2024 No Comments Gera BertoloneItalian musicSicilian musicworld music

Gera Bertolone – Femmina (Sonora Recordings, distributed by Absilone, 2024) Femmina, Gera Bertolone’s second album, will be released on October 18 in both CD and…

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Erlend Viken Trio - Ville Veier cover artwork. A photo of a street corner with a fallen traffic light surrounded by protective tape.
Album reviews

Erlend Viken Trio Explores New Frontiers with Ville Veier (Wild Roads)

Madison Quinn October 17, 2024 No Comments Erlend Viken TrioNorwegian musicworld music

Erlend Viken Trio – Ville Veier (Wild Roads) (Heilo / Grappa, 2024) The Erlend Viken Trio’s latest album Ville Veier is an enthralling journey through…

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Manuela Carrasco - Photo by Paco Sánchez. Manuela dancing live.
Events

Suma Flamenca’s First Week: A Celebration of Flamenco Excellence

World Music Central News Room October 16, 2024 No Comments FlamencoSuma Flamencaworld music

(headline image; Manuela Carrasco – Photo by Paco Sánchez) The first week of Suma Flamenca will feature 16 performances across Madrid and San Lorenzo de…

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Pepe Habichuela performing live at Suma Flamenca 2024 - Photo by Pablo Lorente
General News

Pepe Habichuela Opened Suma Flamenca Festival with a Nod to His Roots

World Music Central News Room October 16, 2024 No Comments Flamencoflamenco guitarJosemi CarmonaPepe Habichuelaworld music

(headline image: Pepe Habichuela performing live at Suma Flamenca 2024 – Photo by Pablo Lorente) Last night, Pepe Habichuela inaugurated the 19th edition of the…

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Artist Profiles

Moira Smiley: A Versatile and Exquisite Singer in Folk and Choral Music

Angel Romero October 16, 2024 No Comments Celtic musicMoira Smileyworld music

Moira Smiley is a renowned American singer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist, born on May 21, 1976, in New Haven, Vermont. She has established herself as a…

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Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 - Heavier Yet cover artwork. A photo of the band with Seun in the center.
Album reviews

Seun Kuti & Egypt 80’s Boldly Inventive Afrobeat

Angel Romero October 16, 2024 No Comments AfrobeatSeun KutiSeun Kuti & Egypt 80world fusionworld music

Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 – Heavier Yet (Lays The Crownless Head) (Record Kicks, 2024) Nigerian Afrobeat artist Seun Kuti released his highly anticipated album,…

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Wardruna cover photo by Tuukka Koski with artwork by Øivind A. Myksvoll. Shows a bear fur background with a rune in the middle.
Music videos

Wardruna Returns with ‘Birna’: A Deep Dive into Nordic Folklore and Nature

World Music Central News Room October 16, 2024 No Comments Norwegian musicWardrunaworld music

Wardruna, internationally recognized for mixing Norwegian folk with post-rock elements, is set to release their sixth album, Birna, on January 24 through Sony Music and…

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