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New 2xCD Rough Guide Albums - Released 21 June

The Rough Guide To The Music Of India

The Rough Guide To The Music Of India

Always colourful and vibrant, India's musical diversity is breathtaking. From the glitz and glamour of Bollywood to the transcending beauty of Ravi Shankar’s sitar, explore the unique sounds of the sub continent.

Featuring a bonus CD by Debashish Bhattacharya

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The Rough Guide To The Music Of Russian Gypsies

The Rough Guide To The Music Of Russian Gypsies

Infectious and volatile, Russian Gypsy music reflects a vibrant culture that has triumphed in the face of adversity. Driven by the distinctive seven-stringed guitar, this release celebrates the enduring strength of Russian Gypsy culture.

Featuring a bonus source CD by Kolpakov Duo

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Paban Das Baul: Music Of The Honey Gatherers - Download Free Track

Paban Das Baul: Music Of The Honey Gatherers

Steeped in the ancient tradition of the Bauls, the wandering spiritual musicians of Bengal, Music Of The Honey Gatherers is a beautiful and varied collection of stripped back and powerful trance-inducing Baul songs, imbued with the itinerant flavour of life on the road.

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Recent 2xCD Rough Guide Releases

The Rough Guide To Salsa Divas   The Rough Guide To Scottish Folk   The Rough Guide To Arabic Lounge   The Rough Guide To World Music For Children
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Etran Finatawa's New Album... Tarkat Tajje/Let's Go!

Etran Finatawa: Takat Tajje/Let's Go!

Etran Finatawa’s hypnotic musical groove evokes the breathless heat and shimmering horizon of the Sahara. With laid back guitars, driving rhythms and compelling voices, Tarkat Tajje/Let’s Go! invites you to accompany this dynamic band of Wodaabe and Touareg nomads on their evolving musical journey.

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Videos
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Song descriptions
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Archive News & Features

The Rough Guide To Jazz & Blues Legends

Jazz & Blues Legends: Exceptional Audio Clarity

Music Rough Guides has launched a new series launched, breathing new life into the legends of Jazz and Blues. Starting with releases from Muddy Water, Billie Holiday and Robert Johnson you can hear the original masterpieces like never before!

The Rough Guide To Brazilian Lounge

Rough Guides 2xCD Albums of 2009

Take a look at the round up of the new 2xCD Rough Guide albums launched in 2009.



Syran Mbenza & Ensemble Rumba Kongo: Immortal Franco

Riverboat Records Albums of 2009

Riverboat Records celebrated its 20th Anniversary last year, with four fabulous recordings... read more!

Musician's Corner

Musician's Corner Launched!

Are you an aspiring musician? Upload your music to receive feedback from the world music community. Register now to join the forum. There is also a live event listing to plug your next gig!

CD Giveaway!

Win This CD!

There are 3 copies of Paban Das Baul: Music Of The Honey Gatherers to be won. To enter, answer the following question: Where do the Bauls believe God resides?

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