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

    World Music Central News Room March 27, 2026 No Comments

Dur-Dur Band - The Berlin Session
New Releases

Somali Band Dur-Dur Band Reveals “Heeyaa”

World Music Central News Room February 16, 2023 No Comments Dur-Dur BandSomali musicworld music

“Heeyaa” featuring Cabdinuur Alaale is the latest single from Dur-Dur Band on their album, “The Berlin Session,” set to release on Outhere Records on March…

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Fabiola Méndez
Artist Profiles

Artist Profiles: Cuatro Virtuosa Fabiola Méndez

Angel Romero February 15, 2023 No Comments Fabiola MéndezPuerto Rican cuatroPuerto Rican musicPuerto Ricoworld fusionworld music

Fabiola Méndez, a Puerto Rican cuatro player, educator, and composer, draws inspiration from her heritage and ethnicity in her music. Hailing from Caguas, Puerto Rico,…

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Hermeto Pascoal - Hermeto
New CDs and digital releases

Hermeto Pascoal’s groundbreaking debut album available March 2023

World Music Central News Room February 15, 2023 No Comments Brazilian musicfusionHermeto Pascoalworld fusionworld music

The highly anticipated reissue of Hermeto Pascoal‘s seminal debut album, is finally set for release on March 31st, 2023. The self-titled “Hermeto” will be available…

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Marya Stark
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Artist Profiles: Singer and Storyteller, Marya Stark

Angel Romero February 14, 2023 No Comments American folk musicdreamfolkhealing musicMarya StarkStarling Arrow

Marya Stark is a talented vocalist, composer, performer, and multi-instrumentalist. She is also a storyteller and muse, using music to explore the human experience and…

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Ashby Frank - Leaving Is Believing
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Ashby Frank Unveils “Leaving Is Believing”

World Music Central News Room February 14, 2023 No Comments Ashby FrankReggaeworld music

The new album “Leaving Is Believing” by Ashby Frank highlights the breadth of his creative talent. With over a decade and a half of experience,…

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Ali Farka Toure - Voyageur
New Releases

“Cherie” Brings Together Two Malian Music Giants, Ali Farka Touré and Oumou Sangaré

World Music Central News Room February 13, 2023 No Comments Ali Farka TouréMalian musicOumou Sangaréworld music

The highly anticipated new album Voyageur from legendary African guitarist and singer Ali Farka Touré is set to be released on March 10th by World…

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Marcus Gad & Tribe - Ready For Battle
New Releases

Marcus Gad & Tribe Roll Out New Album “Ready For Battle” with Easy Star Records

World Music Central News Room February 13, 2023 No Comments Marcus Gad & TribeReggaeworld music

After a wait of three years, reggae act Marcus Gad & Tribe have finally released their latest recording, “Ready For Battle.” The album is the…

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Tina Malia
Artist Profiles

Artist Profiles: Tina Malia, the singer with a Spellbinding Voice

Angel Romero February 13, 2023 No Comments American folk musicnew ageStarling ArrowUnited States of Americaworld fusionworld music

Tina Malia is gifted with the power to create sounds that soar and inspire. Her music transcends genres, weaving together elements of sacred chant, world…

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Ayla Nereo
Artist Profiles

Artist Profiles: Multi-talented Singer Ayla Nereo

Angel Romero February 13, 2023 No Comments American folk musicAyla NereofolktronicaStarling Arrowworld fusionworld music

Ayla Nereo is a multi-talented artist hailing from the mountains of eastern California. Her diverse background as a singer, composer, producer, dancer, and visual-poetry creator…

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Dorantes - Identidad: Live in Concert- Flamenco Solo Piano
Album reviews

Brilliant Solo Piano Work by Dorantes

Angel Romero February 13, 2023 No Comments DorantesFlamencoworld fusionworld music

Dorantes – Identidad: Live in Concert- Flamenco Solo Piano (Flamenco Scultura, 2022) Dorantes, a renowned flamenco pianist, has taken a new direction in his career…

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