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Introducing The Bright Siders and Their Unique Children's Music Debut 'A Mind of Your Own'
Introducing the Bright Siders and their debut album 'A Mind of Your Own,' available January 22nd, 2021, and available now for pre-order.
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Smithsonian Folkways Mourns the Passing of Children's Musician Bobby Susser
Smithsonian Folkways staff received sad news yesterday when we learned producer and songwriter Bobby Susser’s heart had failed early on Tuesday, September 15, 2020; he died after a few weeks of …
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Welcome Right on Rhythm to the Smithsonian Folkways Family
Smithsonian Folkways has announced the acquisition of Right on Rhythm, the dynamic Washington, DC–based record label that documented the District’s vibrant blues scene, as well as released music from …
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Celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment with 'Songs of the Suffragettes'
In celebration of the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which barred the denial of voting rights based on sex, Smithsonian Folkways is proud to offer a free stream of Songs of the Suffragettes. …
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Leyla McCalla Reissues Her Poignant Debut 'Vari-Colored Songs: A Tribute to Langston Hughes'
Celebrated bilingual multi-instrumentalist, cellist and singer Leyla McCalla has announced the reissue of her debut album, 2014’s Vari-Colored Songs: A Tribute to Langston Hughes, out October 16 on …
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Kronos Quartet and Friends Celebrate Pete Seeger's Legacy on 'Long Time Passing'
The GRAMMY-winning Kronos Quartet has announced its new album Long Time Passing: Kronos Quartet and Friends Celebrate Pete Seeger, a tribute to the music, political philosophy, and social impact of …
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Announcing The John Santos Sextet 'Art of the Descarga'
Percussionist, educator, and social activist John Santos will release Art of the Descarga, a new album with the John Santos Sextet, on August 7. Santos is an icon of Latin jazz who played a key role …
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For The Kids: Summer 2020 Children's Music Sale is Underway
Looking for something to listen to while you jump and dance around with your kids? Something to stimulate their mind, body, and spirit this summer? Smithsonian Folkways Recordings will be having a 15% …
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Wild Wild East Remixed Contest Winner and Honorable Mentions
Smithsonian Folkways is excited to announce the winners of Sunny Jain’s remix contest. Earlier this April, Jain shared audio stems from his new tracks “Immigrant Warrior” and “Red, Brown, Black (feat. …
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Just in Time for Father's Day, Gift Memberships Are Now Available
Shopping for a perfect surprise present for Father’s Day? Smithsonian Folkways has you covered; we're excited to offer gift memberships for the first time!
Perks for your pops (or any fan of …