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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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    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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Album reviews

South American Pinnacles

Tom Orr October 31, 2023 No Comments Brazilian musiccandombegafieirasambaUruguayan musicValeria Matznerworld music

There are significant differences between adjacent South American countries Brazil and Uruguay. Size is the most readily obvious, and the degree of influence that results…

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New Releases

Scottish Artist Ailie Robertson Unveils Cradle Song

World Music Central News Room October 30, 2023 No Comments Ailie RobertsonCeltic musicharpworld music

Harp player Ailie Robertson has a new single out titled “Cradle Song.” This piece is a version of J.S Skinner’s beautiful lullaby, Cradle Song. Ailie…

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Edgar Muzah
Interviews

Interview with innovative Zimbabwean Musician and Composer Edgar Muzah

Angel Romero October 30, 2023 1 Comment Edgar Muzahworld fusionworld music

Edgar Muzah, also known as “Eddiebass” is a highly talented Zimbabwean born bass player, mbira player and music producer based in Port Elizabeth, South Africa.…

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Triana y Luca - Fragmentos del Olvido album cover
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Exploring Diasporic Roots: Triana y Luca’s ‘Fragmentos del Olvido’ EP

Iliana Cabrera October 30, 2023 No Comments Triana y Lucaworld fusionworld music

Triana y Luca – Fragmentos del Olvido (Triana y Luca, 2023) Fragmentos del Olvido is a collection of stories and sounds sewn into different styles…

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15 Key Shona mbira, nyunga nyunga style
Articles

Mbira: the Entrancing Zimbabwean Thumb Piano

Angel Romero October 29, 2023 No Comments mbiraShona musicworld fusionworld musicZimbabweZimbabwean music

The mbira, also known as the “thumb piano,” is a distinctive Zimbabwean percussion instrument. As an idiophone, it features resonant solid components integrated into its…

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Carmen Souza - Interconnectedness cover artwork
Album reviews

Carmen Souza Sings About Interrelations in Difficult Times

Iliana Cabrera October 29, 2023 No Comments Carmen Souzaworld fusionworld jazzworld music

Carmen Souza – Interconnectedness (Galileo Music Communication, 2022) Interconnectedness is the title of highly talented Portuguese vocalist, guitarist, and songwriter Carmen Souza‘s 10th album. Indeed,…

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Joe Gibbs And The Professionals - 100 Years Of Dubs album cover
Album reviews

100 Years Of Dubs, A Must-Have for Reggae Enthusiasts

Dymond October 28, 2023 No Comments DubJoe Gibbs And The ProfessionalsReggaeworld music

Joe Gibbs And The Professionals – 100 Years Of Dubs (Doctor Bird, 2023) Joe Gibbs and The Professionals’ latest release, 100 Years Of Dubs on…

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The High Kings - The Road Not Taken cover artwork
Album reviews

The High Kings Deliver Remarkable “The Road Not Taken”

Douglas Sanders October 27, 2023 1 Comment Irish folk musicThe High Kings

The High Kings – The Road Not Taken (2023) The Road Not Taken is the latest offering from Irish band The High Kings. It is…

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Osso Sacro - Photo by Gianfilippo Masserano Photography
Awards

Osso Sacro Triumphs at the 16th ‘Premio Andrea Parodi’ World Music Contest

World Music Central News Room October 25, 2023 No Comments Andrea Parodi AwardItalian musicOsso SacroPremio Andrea Parodiworld fusionworld music

Osso Sacro, hailing from Campania, emerged triumphant at the 16th edition of the prestigious “Premio Andrea Parodi” World Music contest. The event was held from…

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Album reviews

Innovative African Yoga Album Sets the Tone for Spiritual Wellness in 2023

Claudia Taylor October 25, 2023 No Comments African musicworld fusionworld musicyoga music

Various Artists – Putumayo Presents – African Yoga (Putumayo World Music, 2023) Yoga, a revered practice embraced by millions worldwide, is used to enhance well-being,…

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