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Andy Kershaw (1959–2026)
The broadcaster Andy Kershaw, renowned for his interest in music from around the world, has died aged 66 from cancer.
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Show of Hands: A Beginner's Guide
Nathaniel Handy looks back at the humble beginnings of the Devonshire folk duo who are now at the forefront of the British folk scene
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Obituary: Toots Hibbert (1942-2020)
The Jamaican reggae legend dies at the age of 77. Garth Carthwright reports
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Andy Irvine: A Beginner's Guide
The Irish music icon tells Emma Rycroft about Planxty’s swift success, his love of Balkan music and the array of sounds he’s explored from his first days in Dublin
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Electric Jalaba: “It’s the feeling of being grabbed by the music and lost in the groove”
Gnawa music from Morocco forms the basis of Electric Jalaba’s groove-laden sound. Jane Cornwell speaks to Oliver Keen and Dave De Rose about how the band came together and their experimental, improvised approach
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Andy Kershaw inaugurates new podcast series
The broadcaster, DJ and journalist resumes his old radio show, Andy Kershaw Plays Some Bloody Great Records, in a new format
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The Best New Albums from Around the World (April 2024)
Here are our Top of the World – the best new albums reviewed in the April 2024 issue of Songlines, featuring Aziza Brahim, Abdul & The Gang, LINA_ and more...
