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Top of the World – May 2020
The editor’s selection of the top ten new releases reviewed in the May 2020 issue
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Peter Gabriel Discusses ‘Biko’, His Anti-Apartheid Anthem
In 1980 Peter Gabriel released ‘Biko’, raising awareness of South Africa’s apartheid regime. It’s since become a human rights anthem across the world. Gabriel tells the story of its genesis and legacy
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The 4 Corners and Centre of Baba Zula’s Universe
Osman Murat Ertel of Turkish psychedelic ambassadors Baba Zula walks us through his formative records
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October 2022 issue is out now!
South African cellist Abel Selaocoe on ancestral knowledge; pansori ace Jaram Lee finds her Hemingway; secrets of a Colombian marimba seminar; interview with folk musician Jackie Oates, plus free Top of the World CD with each issue
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National Folklore Survey for England launched to understand role of folk culture in modern England
The new National Folklore Survey for England project is focusing solely on traditional customs, beliefs and narratives
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The Best New Albums from Around the World (May 2024)
Our Top of the World – the best new albums reviewed in the May 2024 issue of Songlines
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Bhangra Symphonica to unite classical and bhangra in one-off UK concert
The worlds of bhangra rock and classical music will collide in a first-of-its-kind concert in Warwickshire
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Songlines #153 out now
Cuban vocalists, cumbia pioneers, Senegalese superstar Youssou N'Dour and plenty more in the latest issue of Songlines
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How to hope in an empty city: Joseph Tawadros
Join oud maestro Joseph Tawadros behind the scenes during the recording sessions for his forthcoming new full-length, Hope in an Empty City
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The 2018 BBC Proms programme launch
This year’s Proms line-up extends from British folk to tango music via Senegalese mbalax
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Folklore Tapes: reviving the mystical soundscapes of Britain’s landscape and lore
An experimental record label and research project blending field recordings, ambient soundscapes, and cultural storytelling to reconnect with Britain’s forgotten traditions and rituals
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WOW Global 24 – Women and Girls in a Time of Crisis
The first ever free and online global festival focused on women and girls – WOW Global 24 – takes place June 27-28
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Rider on the storm: Attab Haddad
Ahead of his forthcoming London concert, the oud wizard drops an atmospheric in-performance video
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Songlines Music Awards Ceremony – get your tickets now!
Tickets are on-sale and selling fast – don't miss out on some of the best international music, all in one place, for one night only!
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Getting back to gigs: the music industry needs you!
Music fans’ views sought to help the UK's live music industry plan for the safe return of gigs
