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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.
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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.
    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

New Films

Afro Peruvian Legend Eva Ayllon releases new DVD Recorded Live in Hollywood, California

World Music Central News Room November 4, 2007

Afro-Peruvian singer Eva Ayllón has a new DVD recorded live at the Ford Amphitheater in Hollywood, California. Eva Ayllon Live From Hollywood recorded in the…

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Awards

Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards Announce Special Award Winners: Lifetime Contribution to Aboriginal Music, Keeper of Traditions

World Music Central News Room November 3, 2007

Canada – The Canadian Aboriginal Music Awards 2007 has named this year’s recipients of three special awards: Agnes "Axtsikayc" Edgar will be honored with the…

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New Releases

Six Degrees Records Launches Emerging Artists “Download of the Week” Promotion

World Music Central News Room November 3, 2007

San Francisco (California), USA – Six Degrees Records has launched their “Download of the Week” promotion to highlight their Emerging Artists series. The Emerging Artists…

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Album reviews

Absence Makes the Groove Grow Hotter

Tom Orr November 3, 2007

¡Cubanismo! Greetings from Havana (AIM Records AIM 1091 CD, 2007) Being one of the best Cuban bands on the planet does not, sadly, mean exemption…

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Album reviews

Rediscovering the Magic of Japanese Folk Songs

Angel Romero November 3, 2007

Joji Hirota Japanese Folk Songs (ARC Music, 2007) With the down-to-earth title of Japanese Folk Songs, Joji Hirota has recorded a charming recording. This gem…

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Events

Kilema at Colonial World Music Nights in Madrid

World Music Central News Room November 2, 2007

Malagasy act Kilema will be performing at Colonial, the new world music venue in Madrid. "After the Caribbean grooves we enjoyed last week, we sail…

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General News

Jamie Laval and Ashley Broder among Finalists of the 7th Annual Independent Music Awards

admin November 2, 2007

Asheville, North Carolina-based artists Jamie Laval and Ashley Broder are among a diverse group of independent musicians named as finalists of the 7th Annual Independent…

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Interviews

World Music Profiles: David McLoughlin of Brazil’s BM&A

Angel Romero November 2, 2007

  This world music profile is about an Irishman who fell in love with Brazil and is actively involved in the promotion of Brazilian music…

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Events

Paul Winter’s 28th Annual Winter Solstice Celebration at Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City

World Music Central News Room November 2, 2007

The Paul Winter Consort’s 2007 Winter Solstice Celebration will take place at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City December 13,…

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Concert reviews

Delightful Concert by Mrs. Saroja Raman

World Music Central News Room November 1, 2007

Author: Ms Lakshmi The Gana Mukundhapriya a registered Music Sabah in Chennai is well known for its consistent commitment to spot talents in youth and…

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