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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 No Comments
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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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  • Album reviews

    Hidden Hermeto Flute Gems Revealed On New Tribute Release

    Aline Gonçalves, Andrea Ernest Dias, Carlos Malta, Eduardo Neves – Obra Viva de Hermeto Pascoal – Vol. 1 Flautas (Rocinante, 2025) Obra Viva de Hermeto…

    Tyler Bennet March 30, 2026 No Comments
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    Mama Sissoko Returns With Diamond Fingers After A Decade

    Mama Sissoko – Diamond Fingers (One World Records, 2026) Malian guitarist Mama Sissoko will be releasing his long-delayed album Diamond Fingers on March 6, 2026.…

    Angel Romero March 29, 2026 No Comments
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Featured News

  • 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.
    Music videos

    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
  • Kavita Shah and Bau sitting around a table in a courtyard full of plants.
    Music videos

    Kavita Shah & Bau Revisit ‘Miss Perfumado’ In Mindelo Video

    World Music Central News Room March 27, 2026 No Comments

New Releases

U.S. Theatrical Release of Gypsy Caravan Musical Documentary

World Music Central News Room June 12, 2007

Gypsy Caravan, a.k.a.: When the Road Bends…tales of a Gypsy Caravan, opens June 15 in New York City. Released by Shadow Distribution, Gypsy Caravan is an…

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Interviews

Ozomatli’s Asdru Sierra Talks About Don’t Mess With The Dragon

World Music Central News Room June 11, 2007

To learn more about their new CD, Don’t Mess With The Dragon, World Music Central interviewed Asdru Sierra, Ozomatli‘s lead vocalist and trumpet player.  …

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New Releases

Algerian Artist Idir Releases France of the Colors

World Music Central News Room June 11, 2007

Paris, France – A new album titled ‘La France des Couleurs’ (France of the Colors) will be released this month by Algerian artist Idir. A…

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Album reviews

Scottish Pipes that Rock

Angel Romero June 11, 2007 The Finlay MacDonald Band

The Finlay MacDonald Band Re-Echo (Greentrax Recordings  CDTRAX299, 2007) The new breed of Scottish groups is known for combining traditional Scottish folk with international and…

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Tour Announcements

Gokh-Bi System Performing in North America as Part of The Ancient Meets Urban Tour

World Music Central News Room June 10, 2007

Senegal – Like reggae music and its offspring, reggaetòn, which emerged from the trench towns of Jamaica and the barrios of Puerto Rico respectively, African…

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Album reviews

David Byrne Collaborates in Multiple Remixes of Edgy Forró

Angel Romero June 10, 2007

Forro in the Dark Asa Branca (Nublu, 2007) The unmistakable voice of David Byrne opens this 4-track EP, giving it a considerable pop sound. It…

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Tour Announcements

Manu Chao Tours North America in 2007

World Music Central News Room June 10, 2007

Paris, France – Following his much acclaimed appearances at Lollapalooza and Celebrate Brooklyn festivals last year, world music superstar Manu Chao brings his Latin flavor…

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Events

Afrofest 2007 in Toronto

World Music Central News Room June 10, 2007

Toronto’s 19th annual Afrofest, a celebration of African music and culture, will be held Saturday July 7 and Sunday July 8 at Queen’s Park from…

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Awards

Gold in Poland for the Gotan Project

World Music Central News Room June 9, 2007

Paris, France – A party to award gold status to the men of the Gotan Project has been planned in Poland this month, including a…

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Events

WOMEX Award Winner Andy Palacio in London

World Music Central News Room June 9, 2007

Garifuna musician Andy Palacio, who recently won the 2007 WOMEX world music award, will be performing at Cargo on Tuesday, June 19. Andy’s musical prowess…

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