Retro summer vibes from the star of Sudanese-American pop
Glenn Kimpton finds out why Alex Vann, of Spiro and Three Cane Whale, traded in his f-hole instrument for a round-hole mandolin
Chris Moss talks to Tango Siempre’s Julian Rowlands about his chromatic ‘cuckoo clock’ and how he came to the bandoneón
The month's best new albums, including Ye Vagabonds, AKA Trio, Kathryn Tickell & The Darkening and Minyo Crusaders.
Jo Setters examines the career of the visionary French multi-instrumentalist who has been experimenting for over 30 years
Mary Farquharson marvels at the career of the much-loved former Buena Vista Social Club musician who is still highly influential today
Rob Adams examines the extensive career of the acclaimed French double bassist, who has been influential in taking the instrument to its sonic limits
Songlines Music Awards 2019 - The winners!
Youssou N’Dour - As a new museum opens in Dakar, the Senegalese star gets reflective
AKA Trio - The trio proud to call themselves citizens of the world
Mari Kalkun - The musician shares the folklore of Estonia
UK Festival Guide - Our indispensable guide for all festival-goers
Songlines Music Awards 2018
Angélique Kidjo won the Songlines 2018 World Pioneer Award, largely for her latest album, Remain in Light
Best Artist at the 2018 Songlines Music Awards, Oumou Sangaré made a spectacular return to the fray on Mogoya
Canzoniere Grecanico Salentino won the 2018 Songlines Best Group Award for their album Canzoniere, fusing Italian folk traditions with a global outlook
Maya Youssef won the Songlines 2018 Newcomer Award for her astonishingly assured album, Syrian Dreams
Dedicated trips for music lovers worldwide, bringing you the excitement of real music
directly where it’s made, in partnership with Imaginative Traveller
Venture into the heart of Colombia’s musical culture, from Bogotá’s hip alternative scene to Cartagena and Medellín with tour leader (and Songlines contributor) Russ Slater.
Trace the history of tango in South America's most European city, Buenos Aires with tour leader (and Songlines contributor) Chris Moss.
“A beautiful country, wonderful people, art, music, & culture. A huge shout out to [tour leader] Russ [Slater]. He’s a great guy and did a fabulous job!” Marcie Wolf (Colombia tour)
“I really think these Songlines Music Travel trips are excellent value. You go to a part of the globe that is just so rich in musical culture and you’re guided to all the best places by someone who has lived there, speaks the language and loves the music. You can’t get better than that.” Manureen Ni Fiann (Senegal tour)
“The whole trip was excellent! The opportunities provided by the tour leader to meet local bands amd have private performances were outstanding, memorable and very special. So was the group of fellow travellers. The two weeks passed by so fast and I enjoyed every minute. Many thanks to all involved.” Jane Foulsham (Cuba tour)
“This is an incredible tour. We had the privilege of meeting musicians in their own homes and villages – and listening to their music was an experience of a lifetime that I will never forget.” Tiki Kyte (Rajasthan tour)
“This has been a superb trip – educational, cultural, absorbing and a feast for all the senses – the music, colour, tastes, smells and sights. I hope to take this and other trips again with Songlines.” Raxa Melita (Essaouira tour)
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