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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…

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  • Album reviews

    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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    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 1 Comment
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  • Album reviews

    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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  • Album reviews

    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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Featured News

  • Sufian Ararah - Asdaa cover artwork. An interior space with arched columns.
    Music videos

    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.
    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

Concert reviews

Alasdair Fraser and Natalie Haas Homegrown Concert

Steve Capra July 20, 2020 No Comments Alasdair FraserCeltic musicfiddleNatalie HaasScottish music

The American Folklife Center of The Library of Congress Homegrown Concerts Series, July 15, 2020 On July 15th, The American Folklife Center of The Library…

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Magnificent Sarod and Guitar Interchange

Angel Romero July 20, 2020 No Comments Amaan Ali BangashAmit KavthekarAmjad Ali KhanAyaan Ali BangashguitarsarodSharon Isbintabla

Sharon Isbin, Amjad Ali Khan, Amaan Ali Bangash and Ayaan Ali Bangash – Strings for Peace (Zoho Music, 2020) Strings for Peace is a fabulous…

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Landmark Celtic album by Ashley MacIsaac

Angel Romero July 19, 2020 No Comments Ashley MacIsaacCanadian musicCeltic musicfiddleIrish folk musicScottish music

Ashley MacIsaac – Hi How Are You Today? (A&M Records, 1995) Hi How Are You Today? is a significant Celtic music crossover album that made…

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Artist Profiles

Artist Profiles: Einar Selvik

Angel Romero July 18, 2020 1 Comment Einar SelvikWardruna

Einar Selvik was born on November 18, 1979 in Bergen, Norway. He is a Norwegian composer, musician and creative architect behind the Nordic folk band…

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Album reviews

The Captivating Latin and Flamenco Jazz of Eva Cortés

Angel Romero July 18, 2020 No Comments Eva CortésFlamencoflamenco jazzLatin jazz

Eva Cortés – Todas las Voces (Truth Revolution Recording Collective, 2020) Honduran-Spanish jazz singer, songwriter and composer Eva Cortés has released a splendid new album…

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Malian Musician Afel Bocoum Releases New Song “Avion”

World Music Central News Room July 18, 2020 No Comments Afel BocoumMalian music

Acclaimed Malian songwriter and guitarist Afel Bocoum has released a track from his upcoming studio album Lindé, scheduled for release on September 4, 2020 on…

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Artist Profiles

Artist Profiles: Afel Bocoum

Angel Romero July 17, 2020 No Comments Afel BocoumMalian music

Afel Bocoum was in Niafunké, Mali in 1955. Afel grew up immersed in music. His father was a respected violinist and his uncle was iconic…

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Artist Profiles: Emma Björling

Angel Romero July 17, 2020 1 Comment Emma BjörlingSwedish music

Emma Björling is one of the leading singers of Swedish folk songs performing these days. She is a member of the bands Lyy and Skye…

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Album reviews

Malian Blues from Remote Mali

Angel Romero July 17, 2020 No Comments Ali Farka Tourédesert bluesMalian music

Ali Farka Touré – Niafunké (World Circuit Music, 1999) Niafunké is a now classic world music album released in 1999 by the great Malian musician…

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New CDs and digital releases

The Rough Guide To The Roots Of Gospel

World Music Central News Room July 16, 2020 1 Comment African-American musicgospel

The Rough Guide To The Roots Of Gospel is set for release on September 11, 2020. The anthology explores the roots of Gospel music, focusing…

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