World

"World" music is a vibrant, eclectic genre that seamlessly blends traditional folk elements from diverse cultures with modern electronic and pop sensibilities. Characterized by infectious polyrhythms, eclectic instrumentation, and soulful vocal styles, this genre often features a rich tapestry of global influences, from Afrobeat and Latin American folk to Indian classical and Middle Eastern melodies. Emerging in the 1980s and 1990s, world music gained popularity as a distinct genre, particularly among fans of Peter Gabriel and Paul Simon's exploratory work. This genre's cultural significance lies in its ability to transcend borders, fostering cross-cultural exchange and appreciation. With its fusion of traditional and contemporary styles, world music has influenced a range of genres, including global electronica, tropicalia, and indie folk. Notable for its creative freedom and genre-bending spirit, world music continues to captivate audiences with its innovative, boundary-pushing soundscapes.

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Pretty Privilege
Single - Released November 22, 2024

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3amo klay - عمو كلاي
Amadou & Mariam
Angel Trejo
Arthur Hanlon
Awesome Pierre
Aylin
Azu
BIG TIM
BOTCASH
Baran Mengüç
Ben Williams
Berry Jive
Bunny
Cheryl Öztürk
Chris Lebron
Crawba Genius
DJ Oreia
Daniel Merak
Diarra Sylla
Different Hits
Earl Edgar
Erwin Do
Forró Hits
Funk Tribu
GREGO
Gabriela Richardson
Geet
Geet
Gill Machhrai
Gill Saab Music
Gurdeep Mehndi
Hamilton
Henrique Casttro
IRAH
Ireland Boss
Jesse Bravo
Jonathan Caro
Juanjo Bona
Julie Berthollet
Kala'e
Keoni Usi
Keziah Jones
L'vibe
LOSTOV
Laila
Lara Klart
Leo e Matheus
Les Argonautes
Leslee Lewis
Limsa d'Aulnay
Linus Roth
Lossa
Love Funk
Lukkas
M.J
MARLEY
MAURA NAVA
MC Vine7
Mahalaxmi Iyer
Mikayel Hakhnazaryan
Mougleta
Mulatu Astatke
Nagarjun Sharma
Natanzinho Lima
Nathan Evans
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
Paul Thin
Paulé
Pavlo
Petrit Ceku
Prime Funk
RUSLANA
Raqueeb Alam
Richard Horowitz
Rony Parulian
SALMA
SHABAB
Safraoui
Sagar Bhatia
Sai Abhyankkar
Sajeev Sarathie
Salif Keita
Saraswati Putra Ramajogayya Sastry
Savi Kahlon
Sergio George
Shann Aberdeen
Sharvi Yadav
Shubham Shirule
Sofía Carmona
Steve Mazzaro
TUCAN
Thaïs Ray
The Mad Stuntman
Tinariwen
VDJ Fly
Vale
Valentino Merlo
mohalizer
ÉaBest
Ömer Öz
Jorge Rivera-Herrans
Tyla
Love Funk
Natanzinho Lima
Valentino Merlo
Manu Chao
Khruangbin
DJ Oreia
Yamê
Sofiya Nzau
Gipsy Kings
MC Vine7
Kadu Martins
Bunny
Prashant Pandey
Hermanos Gutiérrez
Dudy Oris
Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
Sai Abhyankkar
ANH TRAI "SAY HI"
GREGO
Yorssy
Ramajogayya Sastry
Cesária Evora
Sagar
Nathan Evans
Prime Funk
Rony Parulian
Cúpula
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Kenan
VEN1
Léo Souzza
Bayor
Harshavardhan Rameshwar
Marília Tavares
Lossa
Andi Rianto
Isabel Aaiún
DJ JZ
YG Marley
Salif Keita
Buena Vista Social Club
IRAH
BARÉ
Simran Choudhary
ilo 7araga
ÉaBest
Savi Kahlon
Diegote
Bae Bee
Carlos Santana
Saraswati Putra Ramajogayya Sastry
M Lisa
Cumbiafrica
Ryflo
Henrique Casttro
Flor Alvarez
Fiorella
Bhupinder Babbal
Chet Singh
Hiten
SHABAB
Ribb
照井順政
Tropa da W&S
Merveille
Wakyin
Super Subu
Toni Anzis
Prabh Singh
Didi
Alexander Rybak
Mougleta
Yotuel
Nirmaan
Mahesh Babu
Mr Magic
Mela Bedel
Jonathan Caro
Ehis 'D' Greatest
YAM
Rasa
Enisa
Rast
Raqueeb Alam
Luiza Martins
Dương Domic
Selin
Ren Lockhart
Jandy Feliz
Charan
Chris Lebron
Amadou & Mariam
Shibui
Kleo
G-SPXRK
Forró Hits
Arpit Bala
Yesan 雪山