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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,…

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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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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”

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  • 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

Obituaries

Legendary Soul Singer James Brown Dies at 73

World Music Central News Room December 25, 2006

One of the most influential American musicians of the 20th century, James Brown, died today, December 25, of a of conjunctive heart failure. There will…

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Obituaries

South African Star Jabu Khanyile Dies at 49

World Music Central News Room December 25, 2006

South Africa – Popular South African musician Jabu Khanyile died on November 12th, at a Johannesburg Hospital. He was suffering from prostate cancer and diabetes…

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New Releases

Cheb Nacim Releases Modern Rai with a Traditional Roots Sound

World Music Central News Room December 25, 2006 Cheb NacimRai

 UK – In the tradition of the great Rai singers Cheb Hasni, Khaled and others, Cheb Nacim presents Algerian Rai, an album of passionate Rai…

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MIDIval PunditZ Remixed EP

World Music Central News Room December 24, 2006

On MIDIval PunditZ Remixed, the New Delhi based duo’s music is taken to new dance-floor heights with a series of club friendly remixes by such…

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General News

Music Impresario Ralph Mercado in Stable Condition

World Music Central News Room December 24, 2006

New York (NY), USA – Music impresario Ralph Mercado is in good and stable condition after undergoing surgery. In a statement, the Mercado Family thanked…

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New Releases

Traditional Tango Singer Vayo Talks About His New Release Tango Legends

World Music Central News Room December 24, 2006

On his third album, Vayo takes the increasingly popular Argentine tango to its authentic roots. Vayo ‘s dramatic interpretations of classic tangos in Spanish, their…

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Tribal Beatz Of Africa

World Music Central News Room December 23, 2006

Tribal Beatz of Africa is a combination of traditional rhythms and percussion from around Africa. The energy and pulse of tribal beats combine with the…

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New Releases

Gypsy Folk Innovator Titi Robin Releases DVD and Live CD

World Music Central News Room December 22, 2006

Paris, France – The 21st of November saw the appearance of Titi Robin’s new DVD and live CD package, Jivula (Naïve). for many in France,…

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New Releases

Algerian Actress Biyouna Is Back with a New CD

World Music Central News Room December 21, 2006

Paris, France – The idea for Biyouna ‘s latest release, ‘Blonde dans la Casbah’ (Blond in the Kasbah), on Naïve, had been floating around for…

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New CDs and digital releases

Edi Fitzroy’s New CD “Hold The Vibes” Now in Stores

admin December 20, 2006

San José (California), USA – Edi Fitzroy, long time conscious reggae veteran’s new album release Hold The Vibes, on rising Northern California record label King…

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  • 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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