Putumayo World Music Hour

Episode 23.24 Airtime: June 5-11, 2023 Featuring: 1. Inna Zhellanaya - "Dalshe" (from the album "Ruke" on Piranha Musik) 2. Romanyi Rota - "Korkore Zav Ande Kalyi Ratyi" (from the album "Phiravelman Kalyi Phur / Gypsy Caravan" on Demo / Putumayo) 3. Darko Rundek & Cargo Orkestar - "Sjaj Sto Izdaje" (from the album "Ruke" on Piranha Musik) 4. Kayah & Goran Bregovic - "To Nie Ptak" (from the album "...

Episode 23.23 Airs May 29 - June 4, 2023 Featuring: 1. Lura - Festa Di Nha Kumpadri (from the album "M'Bem Di For a" on Lusafrica) 2. Serges Kassy - Jah Libile (from the album "MIDEM 2005 Promo" on EMI) 3. Oliver Mtukudzi - Kunze Kwadoka (from the album Paivepo/African Party" on Putumayo) 4. Les Go de Koteba - Tougna Fo (Tell the Truth) (from the album Cote Divoire/African Party on Juna/Putumayo)...

A fun-filled musical adventure to India, China, Japan and may other Asian countries. Episode - 23.22 Airs May 22-28, 2023 Featuring: 1. Faye Wong - Wait a Moment (from the album "Faye Wong" on EMI) 2. Long-ge - Playing Mahjong (from the album "Face TMC" on Taiwan Colors Music) 3. Niraj Chag feat. Swati Natekar - Khwaab (from the album "Along the Dusty Road" on India on Buzz-erk / Putumayo) 4. Tony...

Episode 23.21 Airtime: May 15-21, 2023 Featuring: 1. Macaco - Mulata Descolorado 2. Radio Malanga - Charito Va 3. Cultura Profética - Reggae Rustico 4. Los Pinguos - Tierra Santa 5. Los Cafres - La Receta 6. Los Cafres - Van 7. Kana - Original 8. Muchachito Bombo Infierno - Conversaciones Incompatibles 9. Godwana - Libros Sagrados 10. Sergent Garcia - Mi Ultima Voluntad 11. Rita Ribeiro - Perolas...

Jazz meets acoustic pop in this episode featuring Madeleine Peyroux, Cassandra Wilson, Stacey Kent and more Episode 23.20 Airtime: May 8-14, 2023 Featuring: 1. Madeleine Peyroux - Dance Me to the End of Love (from the album “Careless Love / Women of Jazz” on Rounder / Putumayo) 2. Dee Dee Bridgewater - Mama Don’t Ever Go Away (from the album “Red Earth” on Dee Dee Bridgewater / DDB Records) 3. Ama...

Seductive Brazilian melodies and subtle electronica mix on this collection of contemporary chill-out rhythms. Episode 23.19 Airtime: May 1-7, 2023 Featuring: 1. Marcos Valle - Agua De Coco (from the album "Brazilian Love Affair 5/Brazilian Lounge" on Far Out Recordings/Putumayo) 2. Paula Morelenbaum - Brigas Nunca Mais (from the album "Berimbaum/Brazilian Lounge" on Universal Music Latino/Putumayo...

Steeped in ancient tradition, the acoustic music of the Middle East and North Africa is featured on this mesmerizing collection. Episode 23.18 Airtime: April 24-30, 2023 Featuring: 1. Tania Saleh - Hsebak (from the album “Radio Beirut: Sounds from the 21st Century” on Galileo Music Communication) 2. Zaman - Batalti Eli (from the album “Putumayo Presents: Acoustic Arabia” on Putumayo) 3. Akli D - A...

This week, we head up towards the arctic circle, for music from Sweden, Norway, and Finland. Join us for Northern Lights, the music of Scandinavia! Episode 23.17 Airtime: April 17-23, 2023 Featuring: 1. Rita Eriksen - Villemann Og Magnhild (from the album “Tideland/Dublin to Dakar” on Kirkelig Kulturversted/Putumayo) 2. Garmarna - O Frondens Virga/ O Growing Branch (from the album “Hildegard von B...

Join us as we experience the musical bounty of one of the world's most dynamic nations, Spain or España. From the acoustic pop of Madrid to the flamenco-inspired mestizo sounds of Barcelona, we'll take a musical journey, exploring how the country's unique regions each infuse Spain's rich musical paella with diverse flavors. Episode 23.16 Airtime: April 10-16, 2023 Featuring: 1. Aquitamxe - Negro V...

An innovative collection of classic blues tracks remixed by leading electronica DJs and producers. Episode 23.14 March 27 - April 2, 2023 Featuring: 1. Tangle Eye - John Henry’s Blues (from the album “Alan Lomax’s Southern Journey Remixed” on Rounder) 2. Little Axe - Midnight Dream (from the album “Hard Grind/ Blues Lounge” on Fat Possum Records/ Putumayo) 3. Moby - Run On (from the album “Run On”...

Features legendary reggae artists Jimmy Cliff, Toots & the Maytals, Peter Tosh and more. Episode 23.13 Airtime: March 20-26, 2023 Featuring: 1. Bob Marley - One Love (Dub Version) (from the album “One World” on Putumayo) 2. Jimmy Cliff - The Harder They Come (from the album “Ultimate Collection / World Hits” on Hip-O/Putumayo) 3. Skatalites - Freedom Sounds (from the album “From Paris With Love /...

A new generation of Israeli artists explores the exciting and diverse musical traditions of this multicultural Middle Eastern country. Episode 23.12 Airtime: March 13-20, 2023 Featuring: 1. The Idan Raichel Project - Bo’ee (Come to Me) (from the album “The Idan Raichel Project” on Cumbancha) 2. Etti Ankri - My Secret Was Taken (from the album “Nonetheless and Regardless” on NMC) 3. Itay Pearl - Ch...

A St. Patrick's Day celebration! Explore the ancient roots of Celtic music and the ways contemporary musicians are blending the past and the present. Episode 23.11 Airtime: March 6-11, 2023 Featuring: 1. The Willing Fools - Pretty Fair Maid (from the album “The Willing Fools”) 2. Keltik Elektrik - Wild Mountain Thyme (from the album “Edinburgh Hogmanay Party Mix / Celtic Crossroads” on Greentrax R...

A global party featuring cutting-edge world dance music, electronica, R&B and more. Episode 23.10 Airtime: February 27 - March 5, 2023 Featuring: 1. Jazzamor - Nuit Magique (from the album “Travel...(In Order Not To Arrive) / Euro Groove” via Blue Flame Records / Putumayo) 2. The Cat Empire - Two Shoes (from the album “Two Shoes [Special Edition] via Indica Records / EMI) 3. Gabriel Rios - Unrock...

A non-stop celebration of salsa, cumbia and more! Episode 23.09 Airdate: February 20-26, 2023 Featuring: 1. Raul Paz - Mua Mua Mua (from the album “Mulata / Baila!” on Cuba Libre Music / Putumayo) 2. Gabriel Rios - Bones Bugalu (from the album “Ghostboy / Baila!” on Megadisc Recordings / Putumayo) 3. Sultan Zembellat - Africa Tchatchatcha (from the album “Le Baténgué”) 4. Mauricio & Palodeagua - P...

Episode 23.08 Airtime: February 13-19, 2023 Featuring: 1. Cubanismo - Mardi Gras Mambo (from the album “Mardi Gras Mambo / Latin Playground” on Hannibal Records / Putumayo) 2. Sergio Mendes - Indiado (from the album “Brasileiro” on Elektra) 3. Dois Irmaõs featuring Ze da Velha and Silverio Pontes - Passeando (from the album “Brazil 2005” on Boosey Media) 4. Kali - La Greve Bare Mwen (from the albu...

Episode 23.07 Airtime: February 6-12, 2023 Featuring: 1. Jimmy Cilff - Shelter of Your Love (from the album “Ultimate Collection” via Hip-O) 2. Majek Fashek - Love and Affection (from the album “Romantica” via Putumayo) 3. Henri Dikongué - Ndolo (from the album “N'oublie Jamais” via Tinder) 4. Rita Ribeiro - Pensar em Voce (from the album “Perolas Aos Povos” via MZA Music) 5. Peter Gabriel and You...

Episode 23.06 Airtime: January 30 - February 5th, 2023 Featuring: 1. Wes - Lem Lem (from the album “Sinami, the Memory” on Sony Music France) 2. Fernanda Abreu - Eu Quero Sol (from the album “Sinami, the Memory” on Sony Music France) 3. Abdel Ali Slimani - Moi et Toi (from the album “Arabic Groove” on Putumayo) 4. Cheikh Lo - Bambay Guejj (from the album “Bambay Guejj” on Nonesuch) 5. Miriam Maria...

Rooted in ancient traditions, the music of Mali will transport you to a distant and unforgettable land. Episode 23.05 Airdate: January 23-29, 2023 Featuring: 1. Moussa Diallo - Maninda (from the album “Chiwara/Mali” on Sundance Records/Putumayo) 2. Boubacar Traore - Kanou (from the album “Kongo Magni / Mali” on Marabi / Putumayo) 3. Ramatou Diakite - Gembi (from the album “Maba / Mali” on Second M...

Ancient traditions meet modern technology in this captivating overview of contemporary Celtic music. Episode 23.04 Airdate: January 16-22, 2023 Featuring: 1. Sean Tyrrell - Only From Day to Day (from the album “Cry of a Dreamer” on Hannibal) 2. Keltik Elektrik - Wild Mountain Thyme (from the album “Edinburgh Hogmanay Party Mix / Celtic Crossroads” on Greentrax Recordings / Putumayo) 3. Sharon Shan...

Episode 23.03 Airtime: January 9-15, 2023 Featuring: 1. Timbalada - Tim, Eu Quero Ser Seu Bem (from the album “Timbalismo” on Som Livre) 2. Baka Beyond - Boulez Boulez (from the album “Rhythm Tree” on March Hare Music) 3. Shumba Shatru - Chebli Msaidie (from the album “Karibu Comores” on Wedoo Music) 4. Santana - Oye Como Va (from the album “Abraxas” on Columbia) 5. Coeur Carnaval - C’est Chaud (f...

Episode 23.02 Airtime: January 3-9, 2023 Featuring: 1. Khaled - Aicha (from the album “Sahra” on Polygram) 2. Ali Hassan Kuban - Koma Wo Bida (from the album “The Real Nubian” on Riedel Music) 3. Amina - Le Dernier Qui A Parle (from the album “Nomad: The Best” on Mondo Melodia) 4. Jasmon - Hanina (Jasmon Mix) featuring Mohammed Mounir (from the album “Fresh From the Mint / Sahara Lounge” on Peacel...

Episode 23.01 Airtime: December 26, 2022 - January 1st, 2023 Featuring: 1. The Beatles - Within You Without You (from the album "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" on Capitol) 2. Baba Yaga - Back in the USSR (from the album "Baba Yaga" on Fono Records) 3. CornerShop - Norwegian Wood (from the album "When I Was Born For The 7Th Time" on Luaka Bop / Warner Bros.) 4. Marcia Griffiths - Don't Let...

Beautiful Irish and Scottish voices, entrancing Celtic instrumentation and classic Christmas carols provide an uplifting soundtrack for the holiday season. Episode 22.52 Airtime: Dec 19-25, 2022 Featuring: 1. Moya Brennan - Deck the Halls (from the album “An Irish Christmas” on BEO Records) 2. Charles T. Cozens - Good King Wenceslas (from the album “Celtic Christmas” on Putumayo) 3. Lasairfhíona N...

Get in the holiday spirit with these global interpretations of classic carols and contemporary songs, performed by artists from around the world. Episode 22.51 Airtime: December 12-18, 2022 Featuring: 1. New York Twoubadou - Joyeux Noel 2. Ingrid Lucia - Zat You Santa Claus? 3. Asne Valland Nordli - Kling No Klokka 4. Los Reyes - White Christmas, Blanca Navidad 5. Ivan Lins - Vespera de Natal 6. L...