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    Chamber Folk Act Medusa Quartet’s Debut Inspired by Japanese Kintsugi

    Medusa Quartet — Weaving Gold in Broken Places (self-released, 2026) Weaving Gold in Broken Places is the first full-length album by Toronto chamber-folk ensemble Medusa…

    Tyler Bennet August 15, 2026 No Comments
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    The Many Faces of Karsh Kale’s Dust

    Karsh Kale – Dust (Six Degrees, 2026) Karsh Kale returns in 2026 with Dust, his first full-length solo album in a decade. Tthe project expands…

    Madison Quinn August 14, 2026 No Comments
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    Purple With Purpose

    I’m the first to admit that I have no clear definition for the term “world music.” I do, however, know that longstanding band Ancient Future…

    Tom Orr August 12, 2026 No Comments
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    Elena Moon Park Announces Nothing Is Ordinary, A Collaborative All-Ages Album

    Elena Moon Park – Nothing Is Ordinary (Adhyâropa Records, 2026) Elena Moon Park’s third all-ages album, Nothing Is Ordinary, brings together reimagined folk and children’s…

    Madison Quinn August 11, 2026 No Comments
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    Tanasi, Masters of Sensational, Enduring Worldgrass

    Tanasi — Tanasi (Self-Released, 2026) Tanasi’s self-titled debut album presents a flavorful musical exchange led by dobro player Billy Cardine, guitarist Anya Hinkle, and banjo…

    Angel Romero August 10, 2026 No Comments
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    Second Line Levantine

    Tom Orr August 15, 2026 No Comments
  • Rhiannon Giddens Freight Train video cover artwork. An image of Giddens holding a banjo.
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    Rhiannon Giddens Revisits Elizabeth Cotten’s “Freight Train”

    World Music Central News Room August 13, 2026 No Comments
  • Rootless Dam Mast Qalandar cover artwork. A cover featuring repeating red floral motifs, stretched out arms touching each other, and yellow-pink lettering reading “DAM MAST QALANDAR.” A central pink starburst contains the artist name “ROOTLESS,” all set against bright blue and lavender geometric shapes.
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    Rootless Connects Romani and Punjabi Traditions on “Dam Mast Qalandar”

    World Music Central News Room August 7, 2026 No Comments
  • Donguille.pe No Vuelvo Atrás cover artwork. The album cover features a hand-drawn illustration of a person playing a classical guitar, with the figure formed almost entirely from repeated black typography spelling the artist's name. The guitar is lightly tinted in pink, while scattered musical notes float around the musician.
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    Forward Ever

    Tom Orr August 6, 2026 No Comments
  • Mairi McGillivray - 'S Mòr mo Chùram cover artwork. Mairi wearing a white dress standing in a grass field.
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    Mairi McGillivray Unveils ‘S Mòr mo Chùram

    World Music Central News Room August 5, 2026 No Comments
  • Gráinne Brady The Highest Blossom cover artwork. Tree branches with flowers.
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    Irish Folk Fiddler Gráinne Brady Presents “The Highest Blossom”

    World Music Central News Room August 4, 2026 No Comments

Album reviews

The Fantastic Orquesta Failde, Flamekeeper of the Family Musical Tradition

Angel Romero October 9, 2020 No Comments Cuban musicdanzónEthiel FaildeOrquesta Failde

Orquesta Failde – Failde con Tumbao (Egrem, 2020) Failde con Tumbao is the third album from one of Cuba’s finest dance orchestras, Orquesta Failde. The…

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NYP Records Releases ‘Global Afrobeat Movement’

World Music Central News Room October 9, 2020 No Comments Afrobeat

DJ Mukambo has compiled a selection of Afrobeat bands from different corners of the world. ‘Global Afrobeat Movement’ showcases the thriving international scene with bands…

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Obituaries

Persian Classical Music Legend Mohammad Reza Shajarian Dies at 80

World Music Central News Room October 8, 2020 No Comments Mohammad Reza ShajarianPersian classical music

Mohammad Reza Shajarian, one of the most important performers of Persian classical music, passed away today, October 8, 2020 in Tehran, Iran. Shajarian’s son, acclaimed…

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Acclaimed Jamaican Reggae and Dub Producer Bunny ‘Striker’ Lee Dies at 79

World Music Central News Room October 8, 2020 No Comments DubJamaican music

Highly influential reggae producer Bunny ‘Striker’ Lee, a cornerstone of Jamaican music, passed away on October 6, 2020. Edward O’Sullivan Lee was born in the…

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Artist Profiles

Artist Profiles: María José Llergo

Angel Romero October 8, 2020 1 Comment FlamencoMaría José LlergoSpain

Flamenco singer María José Llergo was born in Córdoba, Spain in 1994. She dazzles audiences by taking tradition to unexplored paths. Her voice is full…

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Music videos

BandAdriatica Releases Odissea Music Video

World Music Central News Room October 8, 2020 No Comments BandadriaticaItalian music

Italian ensemble BandAdriatica has released a music video of the song Odissea, title track of the band’s latest album. The piece includes two special guests,…

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Album reviews

Delightful Jazz Guitar Versions of Jobim Classics

Angel Romero October 7, 2020 1 Comment Albarebossa nova

Albare – Albare Plays Jobim (Alfi Records, 2020) Albare Plays Jobim presents exquisite instrumental jazz guitar versions of Jobim’s bossa nova classics. Albare (Albert Dadon)…

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Papa Rosko Launches Folsom Prison Blues Music Video Featuring Toots Hibbert

World Music Central News Room October 7, 2020 No Comments Papa RoskoReggae

American musician Papa Rosko has released a new single titled, “Folsom Prison Blues” featuring the late late reggae star Toots Hibbert. “Folsom Prison Blues” will…

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Interviews

Interview with Frigg’s Mandolinist Petri Prauda

Angel Romero October 6, 2020 No Comments fiddleFinnish musicFrigg

Extraordinary Finnish fiddle band Frigg is celebrating its 20th anniversary with yet another fantastic album titled FriXX. The band’s mandolinist talked to us about Frigg’s…

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Music videos

Folklore Urbano NYC Unveils Black Is Beautiful Video

World Music Central News Room October 6, 2020 No Comments Folklore Urbano NYCsalsa

Folklore Urbano NYC has released “Black is Beautiful” with the support of El Museo del Barrio. “Black is Beautiful” is the first single of the…

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