Watching the World Cup and hearing the music in the stadium may have left you wondering — how is that chosen? Is it just coincidence that “Wonderwall” plays after England matches? Are “Freed from ...

Also taking the stage is Misharoz, one of the bands featured at this year’s Windcraft Music Fest. Formed in Nicosia in 2023, the group blends old-school jazz, swing and blues with influences from ...

Taking inspiration from her Greek-Cypriot heritage and North East roots, the debut single 'Stay' from singer-songwriter Annis ...

Teejan Bai broke major gender barriers by becoming the first woman to perform the powerful Kapalika style, which was traditionally done by men.

A specter is haunting the West: the specter of a cartoon bear and no-less-cartoon hyperactive little girl. You might be ...

American folk songs have an evergreen charm that still connects with people today. These songs tell stories about freedom, love, hard work, hope, and everyday American life in a simple but meaningful ...

There’s something about rural America that is so unique, so stunning, and so respectable. When someone outside the United States thinks of the country, they often think of the major cities, like New ...

The Manchester Evening News' Miranda Pell visited Cyprus for the first time ever, here's what she got up to ...

Summer evenings in Cyprus feel special no matter what, with their gentle breeze, warm nights and lively events. On Friday, July 24, Symeon Winery in Odou village invites music lovers to join artist ...

Mark Radcliffe introduces 21st Century Folk, in which five people inspire five new songs. This year's theme is 'sport', in a summer that includes the FIFA World Cup, the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, the ...

Elvis Costello has always had his unique voice as a songwriter, but he considered this folk masterpiece one of the greatest ...

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