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    Prabir And The Endless: Dazzling Mix of Eastern Ragas and Western Guitar

    Prabir Mehta — Prabir Aur Antaheen (self-release, 2026) Prabir Aur Antaheen presents a set of everlasting compositions rooted in ancient Indian raags (ragas), arranged for…

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    Sam Bergquist Finds the Sweet Spot Between Satire and Soul on Devils & Doves

    Sam Bergquist — Devils & Doves (self-released, 2026) Sam Bergquist’s 2026 album Devils & Doves charts the tension between hope and doubt, humor and heartache,…

    Ryan Emmert April 9, 2026 No Comments
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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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Featured News

  • An illustration of a Gnawa drum and karkabas (metal castanets) on top of the drum.
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    Desert Blues Band Tarwa N-Tiniri Weaves Gnawa and Amazigh Music on “Nbina”

    World Music Central News Room April 9, 2026 No Comments
  • 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.
    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.
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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

Events

The Rhythm Foundation to Present Caribbean band Kassav’ in Miami

World Music Central News Room May 23, 2010 No Comments

Caribbean band Kassav‘ will be performing Saturday July 10th, 2010 at 8PM at the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater. Kassav‘ is the…

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New Releases

Renowned Jazz Violinist Regina Carter Releases Reverse Thread, a Celebration of African Folk Music

World Music Central News Room May 23, 2010 No Comments

When preeminent jazz violinist Regina Carter made the decision to record an album primarily of African folk tunes, she created a great challenge for herself:…

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Album reviews

The Formidable Contemporary Sounds of the Way of Saint James

Angel Romero May 22, 2010 No Comments

Various Artists Cantigas do Camiño (Boa Music/Do Fol, 2010) Spain has been celebrating Xacobeo 2010. These festivities celebrate the legendary Way of Saint James (Camino…

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Navajo Horses

Angel Romero May 21, 2010 No Comments

Jay Begaye with Tiinesha Begaye Horses Are Our Journey (Canyon Records CR-6467, 2010) Singer, drummer and composer pays tribute to horses in his latest recording,…

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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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Events

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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  • Prabir And The Endless: Dazzling Mix of Eastern Ragas and Western Guitar
  • Desert Blues Band Tarwa N-Tiniri Weaves Gnawa and Amazigh Music on “Nbina”
  • Sam Bergquist Finds the Sweet Spot Between Satire and Soul on Devils & Doves
  • Spain On Stage Connects Spanish Roots Music With Europe
  • The Klezmatics Face The Music With We Were Made For These Times
  • Spanish Harlem Orchestra Joins Dudamel And New York Philharmonic For Anniversary Concerts
  • Lil’ Ed & The Blues Imperials Return With Slideways

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