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“I’m an African woman in charge of how I express myself” | Juanita Euka
The charismatic Congolese singer, and niece of the late rumba king Franco, speaks with Jane Cornwell about her long-awaited solo debut, Mabanzo
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Criolo: Soul Searching
The hugely popular Brazilian rap artist Criolo is refreshingly self-effacing when he meets Russ Slater to talk about his work and the problems facing Brazil
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The Rough Guide to World Music: Ethiopia
Explore the land of wax and gold, a country full of fascinating music, in this complete guide by Francis Falceto
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Orquesta Romantica Milonguera: 21st Century Tango
Juan José Relmucao finds out why everyone is falling in love with Buenos Aires’ latest tango sensation
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Festival Review: SQUARE aims for creativity and collaboration on Braga debut
For its debut festival, SQUARE takes artists, delegates and locals on a merry dance across four Portuguese cities
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Take Note: Chimano
The singer-songwriter talks to Erin Cobby about life and music after taking a break from Kenya’s biggest Afropop band
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With Earth Day approaching, 'Nature' has officially become a recording artist
Brian Eno, Bomba Estéreo, Cosmo Sheldrake, Blinky Bill, Anuv Jain, Aterciopelados and Los Amigos Invisibles have all collaborated with NATURE, who a little belatedly has just started a recording career
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Dispatch from: Naples, Italy
Ciro De Rosa drops by Auditorium Novecento in the heart of the old city, where Neapolitan popular music’s legacy continues to resonate
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The 4 Corners and Centre of Carlos Dafé’s Universe
A pivotal figure in the evolution of Black Brazilian music, the Rio-born soul singer talks through the works that have defined his sound
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EMEL interview: “I’m not interested in that inherited feeling where women are rivals anymore”
EMEL’s latest album sees her work with a completely female team to make one of the most unapologetically forthright and adventurous albums of the year
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Obituary: Lee 'Scratch' Perry (1936-2021)
The Jamaican record producer and singer famed for his innovative studio alchemy is remembered
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Ashley Hutchings’ Million Dollar Bash
Folk-rock hero and Fairport founder is celebrating his 80th birthday with a different kind of Convention
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Songlines Music Awards 2025: Newcomer
Our favourite debut albums this year include Wayku, L’Antidote, Merlyn Driver, Muslim Shaggan, Shiran & Bakal
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Introducing... Leenalchi
South Korean ensemble Leenalchi are wowing the world with their fresh, body-moving take on pansori. Christopher Conder hears all about it
