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Smithsonian Folkways Mourns the Passing of Children's Musician Bobby SusserSmithsonian Folkways mourns the passing of children's musician and producer Bobby Susser.
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Welcome Right on Rhythm to the Smithsonian Folkways FamilySmithsonian 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 UnderwayLooking 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 MentionsSmithsonian 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 AvailableShopping 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 …
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Listening to Black VoicesWe challenge Smithsonian Folkways listeners to do just that: listen. Educate yourself and begin dismantling the white supremacist narrative which has deferred justice in our country for over 400 …
