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"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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Pyar Ni Sarya
Single - Released August 29, 2025

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AFRONOM
Alexander Gilman
Amar
Angel Trejo
Anjali Mahi
Anmol A
Anupma Yadav
Arpit Bala
Asim Baloch
Azevedo
BashfortheWorld
Between Worlds
Bianca Costa
Big Papa313
Bilal Sonses
Bioscope
Bjorth
Cafe De Anatolia
Cheikh Lô
Chillout Lounge
Cumbiafrica
Cyril Kamer
Dani Catalá
David Muguercia
Deeya Wadkar
Desi Trap Music
Dimitris Soukaras
Disney
Disney Peaceful Strings
Doe Paoro
Domiy
Don Pablo Mures
Eastern Sage
Erika Lundmoen
Erwin Do
Esther Abrami
Eunike Tanzil
G-SPXRK
GROSSOMODDO
Gene & Francesca
Gospel hints
Guri Singh
Hershy Weinberger
JEYYFF
Jigar
Joe Hisaishi
Joseph Kosma
Josh Brar
KALUSH
KOZAK SIROMAHA
Khem Century
Kinderliedjes Om Mee Te Zingen
Kingston Sound System
Kratex
LLC Flame
Laila
Lalit Pandit
Larry & Joe
Lorenzo Morresi
Lucid Keys
Luna Novina
Maikon West
MamaRika
Mary Kouyoumdjian
Mc Mascara
Meditation Music
Mignarda
MrAnthony
Nathan Evans
Pelumi Deborah
RANI
Rachana Rimal
Ramma
Ren Lockhart
Roberto Di Gioia
SHABAB
Sai Abhyankkar
Shawty
Simiran Kaur Dhadli
Sofiya Nzau
Steve Nguyen
Sublahshini
Swara Verma
TANGDEN
Tanishka Bahl
The Choir of Peterhouse, Cambridge
The Masked Pianoman
Trio Di Clarone
Tropa da W&S
Tutu
V Nagendra Prasad
ViOLiNiA Zhanna Stelmakh
W JAZZ TRIO
Wassim Mukdad
Youngstarr Pop Boy
l0rna
Аваз Акимов
Максим Бородін
שירז אברהם
مجتبى الكعبي
Disney
Yb Wasg'ood
Jorge Rivera-Herrans
Natalia Lafourcade
Sachet-Parampara
El Bogueto
BLOK3
Love Funk
Natanzinho Lima
Valentino Merlo
Khruangbin
Nagalli
Simone Sommerland
DJ Oreia
Joe Hisaishi
AgroPlay
Café Tacvba
La K'onga
Sofiya Nzau
Hermanos Gutiérrez
Nursery Rhymes ABC
Yamê
M. G. Sreekumar
Mattel
Arjan Dhillon
Prime Funk
Gipsy Kings
MC Vine7
Dudy Oris
Prashant Pandey
Kadu Martins
Shaarib Toshi
Bunny
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Juss
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Sagar
Migrantes
Sai Abhyankkar
Yorssy
ANH TRAI "SAY HI"
Nathan Evans
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Diomedes Diaz
Kenan
VEN1
Lindsey Stirling
Léo Souzza
Narco
Jeff Redd
Cúpula
Rony Parulian
Buena Vista Social Club
BARÉ
IRAH
Simran Choudhary
Jandy Feliz
Chris Lebron
DJ JZ
Bayor
YG Marley
Lossa
Derya Bedavacı
Isabel Aaiún
Ryuichi Sakamoto
José González
Marília Tavares
Louis Villain
Harshavardhan Rameshwar
Andi Rianto
Cyril Kamer
Diegote
Toygar Işıklı
Hajaj
Sublahshini
Israel Kamakawiwo'ole
Houari
Savi Kahlon
Bae Bee
Santaferia
אודיה
Thievery Corporation
Paal Dabba
Carlos Santana
JPL
Henrique Casttro
M Lisa
Bharat Kamal
Sin Laurent
Cumbiafrica
Saraswati Putra Ramajogayya Sastry
Nature Sounds
GREGO
Flor Alvarez
Ryflo
Encanto - Cast
SHABAB
Hiten
Chet Singh
Bhupinder Babbal