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Fanfare Ciocărlia
Romania's foremost Gypsy band, Fanfare Ciocărlia, have been playing their breakneck speedy Balkan grooves for over 20 years
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BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2019 nominees revealed
This year held in Manchester's Bridgewater Hall, the awards celebrate the length and breadth of British and Irish folk music
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Digging in deep with Scottish folk-singer Dick Gaughan’s passionate act of personal and political liberation
“For some reason, it seemed to strike a chord with people, and it is the most successful recording I have made in terms of acclaim and sales”
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Exploring the enduring influence of the Carolina Chocolate Drops
Bluegrass, old-time and Americana artists pay tribute to the Carolina Chocolate Drops and their enduring legacy ahead of the group’s reunion this year
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Rebel Yells: 10 international anthems of protest and resistance
Joe Mulhall raises a dissenting voice with 10 international anthems of protest and resistance main photo by Syd Shelton
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Angélique Kidjo to perform 40th anniversary concert at Royal Albert Hall as part of EFG London Jazz Festival
Beninese singer-songwriter Angélique Kidjo will return to the Royal Albert Hall on November 17 for a celebration of her 40-year career.
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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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Kayhan Kalhor: “We have to make politicians see what we see as artists”
Kayhan Kalhor, a master of the Iranian kamancheh, speaks to Nigel Williamson about his various collaborations and why he has always played simply for the enjoyment of making music
A Beginner's Guide
Eliades Ochoa: A Beginner's Guide
Mary Farquharson marvels at the career of the much-loved former Buena Vista Social Club musician who is still highly influential today
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Sona Jobarteh readies for career retrospective at the Roundhouse
Family and Philharmonia will join Sona Jobarteh for a career retrospective at London’s legendary Roundhouse on April 16
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Another Good Friday feat Ibibio Sound Machine, Leyla McCalla & Afro Celt Sound System
Brand new music from Ibibio Sound Machine, Leyla McCalla and Afro Celt Sound System, all of whom have announced albums for release in 2024
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Songbook: Who Knows Where the Time Goes
Simon Nichols talks Fairport Convention and the magic of Sandy Denny's songwriting
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Quickfire: Linda Ayupuka
We speak to the Ghanaian Afro-gospel singer about the important albums in her life and a most memorable musical encounter
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How Astor Piazzolla transformed tango
Chris Moss assesses the intrepid composer’s impact on music – and why his legacy, 100 years on since the great man’s birth, remains a challenge for contemporary tangueros
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Gallery: The Ukrainians
Len Liggins, lead singer and fiddle player for The Ukrainians, shares photos and reminiscences from the band’s 40-year career. Photos courtesy of Len Liggins
