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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AFRONOM
Adrian Minune
Amadou & Mariam
Ani Lorak
Ariane DesLions
Asian Zen Spa Music Meditation
Atacustico
Bea Fernández
Bibhash Das
Bradockdan
Camila Guevara
Camille Blanche
Chase Noseworthy
Chris Evans Kaweesi
Dagopago Barnesanger
Der singende Bauernhof
Dhanunjay Seepana
Dila Uzun
Dj Bruno Nasc
Domiy
Eemoh
Esther Abrami
Fatoumata Diawara
G-SPXRK
GREGO
Ghulam Qadir GQ
Gill Machhrai
Grace Lokwa
Hermanos Gutiérrez
Hess Is More
ICONYK
Iam Tongi
Ibrahim Maalouf
Isabel Aaiún
JEYYFF
JJ Whitefield
Jazz Kat Louis Kindermuziek
Jeetendriyam Dewangan
Jeroen Schipper
Joanie Pallatto
Jore
José Gallardo
Jyotsana Jawda
Kahani
Kinderliedjes Om Mee Te Zingen
Konilo
Leo de la Rosiori
Lipa Schmeltzer
Love Funk
M. G. Sreekumar
MC Bruno IP
Maikon West
Mairi Morrison
MamaRika
Mando
Marko Skugor
Mazo Sucia Alianza
Mc Larissa
Mc Mascara
Mezamrim Choir
Michael Patrick Kelly
Micki Free
Mitika Kanwar
Moon Nature Sounds
Mougleta
Mr M & Revelation
Muziekjuf Linda
Natalia Lafourcade
Natanzinho Lima
O Canto das Igrejas
Obi Original
Orestes Gomez
Oxmo Puccino
Pete Johnston
Rebekka Karijord
Rita Rocha
Robert Millis
Roberto Di Gioia
SWIRF
Sachet-Parampara
Saraswati Sargam
Sinterklaasliedjes Alles Kids
Slaapliedjes
Sofía Mora
Speak
Sîmir Rûdan
TR3NACRIA
Toumani Diabaté
United Strings of Europe
Veet Baljit
Velo Sound Station
William Goodchild
William Zeitler
Zen-G
mohalizer
ÉaBest
Алёна Минулина
Ефрем Амирамов
Сергей Завьялов
נועם קלינשטיין
Disney
Jorge Rivera-Herrans
Sachet-Parampara
Natalia Lafourcade
BLOK3
El Bogueto
Love Funk
Natanzinho Lima
Nagalli
Khruangbin
Valentino Merlo
DJ Oreia
Simone Sommerland
Café Tacvba
AgroPlay
La K'onga
M. G. Sreekumar
Yamê
Sofiya Nzau
Hermanos Gutiérrez
Nursery Rhymes ABC
Arjan Dhillon
Mattel
Gipsy Kings
MC Vine7
Bunny
Shaarib Toshi
Kadu Martins
Prashant Pandey
Dudy Oris
ANH TRAI "SAY HI"
Sai Abhyankkar
Yorssy
Juss
Sagar
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Migrantes
Cúpula
Diomedes Diaz
Jeff Redd
Narco
Rony Parulian
Kenan
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Nathan Evans
Léo Souzza
Lindsey Stirling
VEN1
Buena Vista Social Club
IRAH
BARÉ
Simran Choudhary
Lossa
Isabel Aaiún
Harshavardhan Rameshwar
Louis Villain
Marília Tavares
DJ JZ
Bayor
José González
YG Marley
tuki.
Ryuichi Sakamoto
Jandy Feliz
Chris Lebron
Cyril Kamer
Houari
Savi Kahlon
Diegote
Bae Bee
Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Andi Rianto
Santaferia
Hajaj
Sublahshini
Paal Dabba
Carlos Santana
Prime Funk
Nature Sounds
Saraswati Putra Ramajogayya Sastry
Ryflo
Cumbiafrica
Sin Laurent
JPL
Flor Alvarez
Encanto - Cast
Henrique Casttro
Thievery Corporation
אודיה
GREGO
M Lisa
Bharat Kamal
Fiorella
Bhupinder Babbal
Chet Singh
Hiten
Toygar Işıklı
SHABAB
Leehom Wang
Wakyin