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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,…

    Ryan Emmert April 9, 2026 No Comments
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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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  • 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.
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    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
  • Anthony Almonte's cover artwork. Two filtered images of the artist.
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    Salsa Artist Anthony Almonte Talks to the Moon

    World Music Central News Room March 29, 2026 No Comments

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Artist Profiles: Bluegrass Mandolinist Wayne Benson

Angel Romero February 16, 2023 No Comments BensonBluegrassWayne Bensonworld music

Wayne Benson is a highly respected mandolinist in the bluegrass music community, having spent 25 years performing with the seven-time International Bluegrass Music Association (IBMA)…

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Dur-Dur Band - The Berlin Session
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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
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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
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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
Bluegrass New CDs and digital releases

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
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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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