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    Human Curation Takes Center Stage on Global Riddims’ Beyond the Algorithm Compilation

    Various Artists — Global Riddims presents Beyond the Algorithm (NYP Records, 2026) As streaming platforms continue to rely on recommendation algorithms, Beyond the Algorithm presents…

    Iliana Cabrera August 3, 2026 No Comments
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    Bahar Movahed Returns With Together Yet Alone, A Cross-Continental Persian Classical Collaboration

    Bahar Movahed – Together Yet Alone (Adhyropa Records, 2026) California-based Iranian vocalist Bahar Movahed has released Together Yet Alone. The project reunites Movahed with her…

    Angel Romero August 2, 2026 No Comments
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    Ancient Instruments Meet Electric Harp on Mübin Dünen and Raoul Moretti’s Anima Vibrante

    Mübin Dünen and Raoul Moretti – Anima Vibrante (RM-DM, 2026) Kurdish musician Mübin Dünen and Italian-Swiss harpist Raoul Moretti have released Anima Vibrante, an album…

    Tyler Bennet July 30, 2026 No Comments
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    Natacha Atlas and Samy Bishai Open The Door To a Parallel Universe

    Natacha Atlas & Samy Bishai – Parallel Universe – Volume 1 (Airfono, 2026) Natacha Atlas and Samy Bishai’s Parallel Universe – Volume 1 is the…

    Angel Romero July 29, 2026 No Comments
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    Bosko Baker Records Songs for The Magnolia Sessions

    Bosko Baker – The Magnolia Sessions (Anti-Corp Music, 2026) Bosko Baker recorded The Magnolia Sessions, a live performance filmed outdoors at the Anti-Corp/Black Matter Mastering…

    Ryan Emmert July 28, 2026 No Comments
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Featured News

  • Arun Sood & Angeline Morrison - A Rìbhinn a Bheil Cuimhn' Agad cover artwork. An image of sheep resting on the ground and a circle with arrows.
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    Arun Sood & Angeline Morrison Unveil Electrofolk Song ‘A Rìbhinn a Bheil Cuimhn’ Agad’

    World Music Central News Room July 30, 2026 No Comments
  • Kingly T Let Love Flow cover artwork. Kingly T smiling next to a neon blue heart.
    Music videos Single reviews

    Don’t Let it Ebb

    Tom Orr July 29, 2026 No Comments
  • Manuel de Angustias -Amor Prohibido cover artwork. A profile inage of a man pointing a finger.
    Music videos

    Manuel de Angustias Explores Flamenco Roots and Forbidden Love With Amor Prohibido

    World Music Central News Room July 27, 2026 No Comments
  • Jaelee Roberts Memories on the Moon cover artwork. A moonlit bedroom fills the scene, with an unmade bed beside a large window framing a full moon and drifting clouds.
    Music videos

    Jaelee Roberts Finds Hope in Heartache on “Memories on the Moon”

    World Music Central News Room July 26, 2026 No Comments
  • Profile photo of Stella Papalamprou singing outdoors.
    Music videos

    Stella Papalamprou Unveils “Trygona” Video Filmed in Northern Greece

    World Music Central News Room July 25, 2026 No Comments
  • Arnito Musiques de mon monde Vol 4 cover artwork. A collage of multipe photos of scenes from various parts of the world.
    Music videos Single reviews

    The Right Flavor

    Tom Orr July 23, 2026 No Comments

Maher Beauroy - Insula cover design by Rio Le Chateau
Album reviews

Extraordinary Pianist Maher Beauroy Unveils Caribbean-North African Fusion on Insula

Douglas Sanders February 27, 2024 No Comments Maher Beauroyworld fusionworld music

Maher Beauroy – Insula (Tropiques Atrium / Baco Distrib., 2022) Maher Beauroy presents Insula, released in 2022 under the label Tropiques Atrium. In this fine…

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Album reviews

Hysterrae’s debut, a Splendid Convergence of Diverse Musical Traditions

Ryan Emmert February 26, 2024 No Comments HysterraeItalian musicworld fusionworld music

Hysterrae – Hysterrae (Linfa, 2023) Hysterrae’s eponymous album, released in 2023 under the Linfa label, is a magnificent collaborative effort by four gifted women from…

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Recante- Amora Madura single cover. A purple background and two items that look like blackberries.
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Recante’s Splendid Mix of Portuguese Trad and Electronica

Tom Orr February 25, 2024 No Comments folktronicaPortuguese musicRecanteworld music

Combining elements of Southern Portuguese tradition with electronica, “Amora Madura” emerges as a creation of pure beauty by a duo called Recante.

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Rafael Riqueni - Versatae cover artwork. a painting of an ocean with waves and a red pyramid in the middle.
Album reviews

Flamenco Guitar Maestro Releases Flamenco Versions of Cherished Rock and Jazz Standards

Iliana Cabrera February 25, 2024 No Comments FlamencoRafael Riqueniworld music

Rafael Riqueni – Versatae (Cleopatra Records, 2024) Renowned flamenco guitar virtuoso Rafael Riqueni has released Versatae, a captivating, elegant, timeless and unexpected album reimagining beloved…

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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
Album reviews

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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