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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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Featured News

  • 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.
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    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

Tour Announcements

Playing For Change Band Summer 2010 Tour Dates Announced

World Music Central News Room May 21, 2010 No Comments

The Playing For Change Band will be performing in the United States this summer, including special performances at The Hollywood Bowl and New York’s SummerStage.…

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Renowned Tuareg and Woodabe Band Etran Finatawa Returns to North America in July of 2010

World Music Central News Room May 20, 2010 No Comments

The stars of the Niger desert, Tuareg and Woodabe nomads Etran Finatawa return to the United States and Canada for the third time this July.…

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General News

Al Ain Centre for Music in the World of Islam Attracts Renowned Musicians and Researchers

World Music Central News Room May 20, 2010 1 Comment

Abu Dhabi – Al Ain Centre for Music in the World of Islam, which was founded by the Abu Dhabi Authority for Culture and Heritage…

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Events

Elizabeth Ayoub Makes Her New York Debut with “Sin Fronteras”

World Music Central News Room May 20, 2010 No Comments

Alwan for the Arts will present Lebanese singer-songwriter Elizabeth Ayoub (vocals and guitar ) in performance on May 22, 2010. The event will be held…

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Hay Festival 2010 in Wales to Present World Music Treasures

World Music Central News Room May 19, 2010 No Comments

Hay Festival 2010 will be held Thursday 27 May to Sunday 6 June in Hay on Wye, in Wales. The festival will present an eclectic…

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Album reviews

Music and Memories of Ireland

Angel Romero May 18, 2010 No Comments

Téada Ceol & Cuimhne [Music & Memory] (Gael Linn/Compass Records COM 4536, 2010) Irish folk band Téada has established itself as one of the finest…

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Events

Taiwan’s A Moving Sound Will Be Playing Their UK Premiere Concert at Rich Mix

World Music Central News Room May 18, 2010 No Comments

To commemorate Red Orange’s 1st Anniversary, Taiwanese band A Moving Sound will perform Tuesday 1st June, 8pm at Rich Mix in London with support from…

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Album reviews

Focus on South Africa

Angel Romero May 18, 2010 No Comments

Various Artists Putumayo Presents South Africa (Putumayo World Music, 2010) South Africa is in the international spotlight as host of the 2010 Football World Cup…

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New Releases

Paban Das Baul Releases Music Of The Honey Gatherers

World Music Central News Room May 17, 2010 No Comments

Steeped in the ancient tradition of the Bauls, the wandering spiritual musicians of Bengal, Music Of The Honey Gatherers (Riverboat Records) is a collection of…

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Events

Tuareg Band Tamikrest and Dirtmusic Live in London

World Music Central News Room May 16, 2010 No Comments

A double bill featuring Tamikrest and Dirtmusic will take place on Wednesday, 19 May 2010 at 7pm in London at The Borderline. Tamikrest, led by…

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