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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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    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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  • 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

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Articles

The Panpipe or Pan Flute: An Overview

Iliana Cabrera February 24, 2024 1 Comment Andean musicpanpipesikuworld fusionworld music

(headline image: 22-pipe pan flute made out of bamboo) The panpipe, also known as the pan flute, is a musical instrument that belongs to the…

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Photo from Una lengua infinita - ha caído el sistema video. Shows a collage of musicians.
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Flavorful Spanish language Version of Johnny Clegg Song

Tom Orr February 24, 2024 No Comments Una Lengua Infinitaworld fusionworld music

German and Spanish players collaborate under the name Una Lengua Infinita on “Ha caido el sistema,” a finely crafted Spanish language cover of a Johnny…

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Giuliano Gabriele - Basta! cover artwork by Jules Lahana
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Giuliano Gabriele Delves Into Cathartic Journeys and Southern Italian Influences on Basta!

Sonia Keller February 24, 2024 No Comments accordionGiuliano GabrieleItalian musicworld fusionworld music

Giuliano Gabriele – Basta! (Coming Musicart / InOuïe Distribution, 2024) Giuliano Gabriele‘s latest recording, Basta! is a cathartic exploration of the rhythms from the vibrant…

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Events

Mujeres en Vivo 2024: Female talent to Take Over Madrid’s Stages March 8-31, 2024

World Music Central News Room February 24, 2024 No Comments MadridMujeres en Vivo 2024world music

Mujeres en Vivo 2024 (Women Live 2024) is set to present 72 live music projects in 33 venues throughout Madrid, Spain during March 2024. The…

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Armchair Boogie - Photo by Dan Waterman. Band photo standing on a rock.
Artist Profiles

Jamgrass Band Armchair Boogie

Ryan Emmert February 23, 2024 No Comments Armchair BoogieBluegrassworld music

(headline image: Armchair Boogie – Photo by Dan Waterman) Armchair Boogie plays progressive bluegrass, although their music has also been described as jamgrass, newgrass, and…

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Photo extracted from the video“Com Passaporte de Coelho" by Boémia
Music videos Single reviews

Boémia’s Accordion Fueled “Com Passaporte de Coelho”

Tom Orr February 23, 2024 No Comments BoémiaPortuguese musicworld music

The mainly acoustic “Com Passaporte de Coelho” is a jaunty, satisfying piece of accordion-led fun from Portugal’s Boémia.

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Aziza Brahim - Mawja cover artwork. a beautiful photo of the Sahara desert.
Album reviews

Aziza Brahim Honors Sahrawi Tradition and Embraces New Sounds

Angel Romero February 23, 2024 No Comments Aziza BrahimSaharawi musicworld fusionworld music

Aziza Brahim – Mawja (Glitterbeat, 2024) Aziza Brahim‘s fifth album, Mawja, set for release on February 23rd, 2024, features her signature mix of Saharan and…

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Natascha Rogers - Onaida cover artwork. an illustration of a green giant ape holding a small figure on its finger.
Album reviews

Natascha Rogers Crafts soul-stirring music that transcends borders

Iliana Cabrera February 22, 2024 No Comments Natascha Rogersworld fusionworld music

Natascha Rogers – Onaida (No Format!, 2024) Natascha Rogers’ latest musical venture, Onaida serves as a serene refuge from the cacophony of modern life. Seeking…

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La Yegros - Haz cover artwork. It is an image of La Yegros formed by trees and other elements.
Music videos

La Yegros Reveals New Single “Bailarin”

World Music Central News Room February 22, 2024 No Comments Argentine musiccumbiaLa Yegrosworld fusionworld music

La Yegros has unveiled her latest single, “Bailarín,” marking the debut from her upcoming fourth studio album, Haz, slated for release at the end of…

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Lee Scratch Perry - Destiny cover artwork. A headshot of Lee Perry with his hands wearing rings.
Music videos

Lee Scratch Perry and Bob Riddim’s Comforting “Infinity Dub”

Dymond February 22, 2024 No Comments DubLee "Scratch" PerryReggaeworld music

The song “Infinity Dub” from the visionary album Destiny by musical shaman Lee Scratch Perry and Bob Riddim is an irie, captivating song that takes…

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