Magazine

Inside the issue…

Ibrahim Maalouf – the French-Lebanese musician on the ultimate trumpet tribute to his father

Seun Kuti & Egypt 80 – back with an all-star album and the ambition to make it on his own terms

Fania Records – celebrating 60 years of the legendary salsa label with famous fans choosing their favourite albums

World Building through World Music – profiling six music projects that are building communities and platforming marginalised voices

Afro Celt Sound System – on releasing their first album since the death of founder Simon Emmerson

Stick in the Wheel – the East London duo finding relevance in archaic tales

Les Aunties – a new all-female group from Chad intent on improving women’s rights

Lithuania’s Pagan Past – we take a trip to Lithuania for a final festival exploring the country’s pagan heritage

Driss el Maloumi – Beginner’s Guide to the much-in-demand Moroccan oud player

+ 15-track Top of the World album (CD & download)