To celebrate our milestone 20^th anniversary this year, we have released a one-off publication, entitled Around the World in 20 Years of Music. In this very special edition, we have summed the past two decades of world music in one handy volume, a must-have for the world music aficionado. You can purchase your copy now at the MAG Subscriptions website.

The past 20 years have seen styles of music previously unknown outside of their home cultures brought to the world. We've been documenting all the while – Around the World in 20 Years of Music collects the most important artists that have been caught our attention over the past two decades, as well as presenting some of the most crucial releases, news and events. The results of our readers' poll (we asked you to select your favourite and least favourite Songlines covers) are also revealed.

There has been a huge improvement in the representation of folk and roots musicians from around the world in the last 20 years: increased audiences, increased interest and the creation of platforms for musicians from less developed parts of the world. There's still a long way to go and Songlines will endeavour to keep flying the flag for less represented styles and musicians, bringing you the best music from around the world.

So, here's to the next 20 years! We hope you'll join us for the ride.