World Fusion

World fusion is a dynamic genre that blends traditional music from diverse cultures with modern styles, creating a rich tapestry of sounds. Characterized by intricate polyrhythms, eclectic instrumentation (combining elements like gamelan, tabla, and electronic beats), and soaring vocal melodies, world fusion music often features complex time signatures and microtonal harmonies. Emerging in the 1980s and gaining popularity in the 1990s, this genre drew from global musical traditions, incorporating elements of jazz, rock, and electronic music. World fusion not only celebrates cultural diversity but also fosters cross-cultural exchange and collaboration. Its impact lies in breaking down musical boundaries, introducing audiences to new sounds, and inspiring a new generation of musicians. Unlike other fusion genres, world fusion often emphasizes traditional instrumental timbres and folkloric musical practices, setting it apart from more commercialized or Western-centric styles. This genre's unique blend of heritage and innovation has captivated listeners worldwide, reflecting the beauty of cultural exchange and musical creativity.

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Never Fall
Single - Released November 14, 2024

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@RelaxWithShaky
ARKAI
Adam Husa
Akhalifa
Alejandro Karo
Alfonso Gugliucci
Alice Allen
Aly Fathalla
Andert Tysma
Andi Rianto
Arabic Piano
Arman Ayva
Art Hirahara
BADDIES ONLY
BALTHVS
BOTCASH
Banco De Gaia
Ben Palmer
CHRSTPHR
Carlo Castilla
Central Park Quartet
Coen Molenaar
Cotonete
D-Sides
DJ DALI
DJ Drez
Dov'è Liana
Drew Gress
Dub Sonata
Eko Zu
Emilio Cabra
Enam
Enzo Carniel
Eric Jacobsen
Eu93ne
Felix McCoy Quartet
Flavio Romero
Francesco Fusilli
Gaudi
Glass Trio
High North Trio
Hippo Dreams
Inti Sigma
Intifaya
Issa & Assouad
Jazz Tonality
Joi
Joni
KILIMANJARO
Karsh Kale
Kicktracks
LA LOM
Le Bleu Ensemble
Leonardo Mendonça
Linus Roth
Ludivine Issambourg
Lush Lotus
MVI (Mark Vickness Interconnected)
Marcin
Massimiliano Mechelli
Matt Herskowitz
Matt Marantz Quartet
Michael League
Mike Casey
Miravaldini
Mocha Music
Moox
Myllèrí
Naima Bock
Nanda Sakemi
Natasha Ghosh
ORGANIK
OSTY
Pascal Desprez
Paul Lay
Praful
Red Hot Org
Rishabh Menon
Riya Gadher
Romain Collin
SUNANA
Sans Soucis
Sebastian Pecznik
Shahzad Ismaily
Sharada Shashidhar
Strings And Heart
Stéphane Kerecki
Suricata
Sussan Deyhim
Tanhai Collective
The Bass Gang
The Human Experience
The Lao Tizer Band
Tussiwarriors
UKAY
VEN1
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音樂緣計畫
VEN1
Andi Rianto
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Segah
UKAY
Luna Novina
Yesan 雪山
Glass Trio
BADDIES ONLY
Adarsh Krishnan N
Jordane Tumarinson
Tuzão
Strings And Heart
Marcin
LA LOM
The Fusion Project
Darmon
Astral
The Human Experience
Marcelus Airlinez
Lucho Perez
DJ Drez
Zingara
D-Sides
Arabic Piano
Eniola Abioye
Miravaldini
High North Trio
Intifaya
BALTHVS
Joni
Ronja Mair
OSTY
Ray Love Trio
Anoushka Shankar
Piper.Ally
Natasha Ghosh
More than Jazz
Tien
Dries Riesen
Danny Gottlieb
CHRSTPHR
Eternal Time Trio
ARKAI
音樂緣計畫
Matt Marantz Quartet
Nitin Sawhney
Jan Wanninger
Aly Fathalla
Felix McCoy Quartet
GBoss
Al Gromer Khan
Sayuri Hayashi Egnell
John De Kadt
Ballroom Jazz Collective
Dov'è Liana
Chinmaya Dunster
Carlo Castilla
Balkan Beat Box
Andy Luma
Art Hirahara
Beats Antique
Hema
Mercan Dede
Quantic and His Combo Barbaro
Peter Belec
Natacha Atlas
Darby Evans
Herman Fred Trio
Michael League
Ben Palmer
Noodlin' Collective
Hippo Dreams
Eskorzo
Alexander Rahbari
The Bass Gang
Le Bleu Ensemble
Leonardo Mendonça
Romain Axisa
Irasema Terrazas
Oi Va Voi
Dhanura
Omar Faruk Tekbilek
Kim Winther
Fritz Pants
CHAMOS
DJ DALI
Naima Bock
Alfonso Gugliucci
Tim Lin
WISEMEN PROJECT
Moox
Karsh Kale
Nanda Sakemi
JK the Sage
Bombay Dub Orchestra
Major Mélanger
Central Park Quartet
Sans Soucis
Romain Collin