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A century of Irish culture and folk music's Nashville ties continues

Irish folk music has played a significant role in shaping the history of commercial country music in Nashville. Nashville has a long-standing Irish heritage, with a consistent Irish population and deep Ulster-Scots Irish roots. Irish folk music, like …

32nd River City Blues Festival brought large audience for every night of annual fundraiser for the Mid-Ohio Valley Blues,...

By: Emily Votaw Posted on: Monday, March 17, 2025 < < Back to MARIETTA, Ohio (WOUB) – The Mid-Ohio Valley Blues, Jazz, and Folk Music Society (BJFM) brought everything from the guitar-driven sound of singer Joanna Conner to the swampy tunes of the …

Free things to do this week: An Alvin Ailey dance class, game and trivia nights, folk music, and more

If you spent Sunday cheering on the St. Patrick’s Day parade and/or hitting up your local Irish pub, you may be in the mood for some quieter cultural events. Thankfully, the Boston scene offers plenty of wallet-friendly ways to mellow out this week. …

The Best of Irish and Irish-Diaspora Folk Music for 2025

To celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day, we have compiled a list with some of the finest Irish folk music recordings that appeared recently on World Music Central. Author: World Music Central News Room World music news from the editors at World Music Central

Live Performance on Folk Music & Beyond 3/15/25

SHOUT! Black Gospel Music Moments - Bishop John D. Bright Sr and the Choirs of the St. James A.M.E.

Legacy to the Church honors Bishop John D. Bright Sr.’s five decades of service to St. James African Methodist Episcopal Church of Atlantic City. The LP spotlights Bright’s final sermon, recorded in June 1972. The great preacher went to his eternal reward …

Wild Mountain Thyme — stirring ballad has become a folk-music fixture

D Major makes gospel music debut with All My Needs, Great Mercies

D Major. Since he gave his life to the Lord in November last year, singer D Major says his moves have been more of ministry and less of entertainment. “Making the move to Christianity, it was actually a gradual transition and transformation. God just …

Coulson Concerts return with more great Canadian folk/roots music

NEWS RELEASE THE COULSON CONCERTS ************************* "The Coulson Concerts" is back for a third season of great Canadian music. This folk/roots series is presented in a quaint historic church in Oro-Medonte. It is located in the hamlet …

Flying Cat Music Series opens March 29 at new home in Phoenicia

PHOENICIA, N.Y. — The Flying Cat Music Series kicks off a new season on Saturday, March 29, with a performance by James Keelaghan and at a new home, the Phoenicia Playhouse, 10 Church St. The series previously took place at Phoenicia United Methodist …

Blue Ridge Music Center announces concert schedule

GALAX, VA — The Blue Ridge Music Center recently announced its full lineup of headline performers for the annual Deep Roots, Many Voices summer concert series hosted on Saturday evenings in the outdoor amphitheater at milepost 213 on the Blue Ridge Parkway …

Montag to perform at the Warren Cultural Center

Carol Montag first began singing and performing music at an early age at her hometown church in Ames. On March 29, she will perform on the Warren Cultural Center’s stage, the fifth show of WCC’s 2024-25 “All Iowa Series." Montag studied piano and …

Bluegrass in the Bayou: New music festival coming to New Orleans

Bluegrass in the Bayou: New music festival coming to New Orleans The inaugural Bayou Bluegrass Festival is happening March 22. Copy Link Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! Updated: 7:25 AM CDT Mar 17, 2025 BLUEGRASS MUSIC WILL FILL THE DEUTSCH HOUSE. …

Superstar DJ worth £230million in surprise career change as he buys pub where he used to drink before fame

CALVIN HARRIS might be the richest DJ in the world with a fortune of over £230million. But Scottish producer has gone back to his roots with his latest business investment closer to home — and has snapped up a boozer in Dumfries where he used to drink …

This week in Baton Rouge: River City Jazz Masters, Rock N Rowe and library events

Bring the kids to story time Tuesday Bring the kiddos to the West Baton Rouge Parish Library Main Branch on Tuesday, March 18, for Spring Children’s Storytime.  Enjoy a traditional children’s story time fit for ages birth to 6 years old. There will be …

Boise State Public Radio Music ushers in new shows after Arthur Balinger’s retirement

Our beloved music host Arthur Balinger has retired after 47 years on-air. And though there is no way to replace the legendary music host, Boise State Public Radio Music has debuted new hosts and programs from a range of genres on our schedule to keep …

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Folk music is the theme for the annual charity gala concert by Bill Scott’s Scarborough Community Choir held in the town later this month. The 75-strong Choir joins forces with the 32-piece Sandside Orchestra and Yorkshire Coast Morris in a celebration of …

Composers of some Ghanaian hit songs you probably do not know are dead

Composers of some Ghanaian hit songs you probably do not know are dead From the early to mid-2000s, several Ghanaian musicians from the fields of highlife, hiplife and gospel, dominated the airwaves with numerous hit songs. With their catchy tunes and …

Timi Dakolo reacts as Apostle Femi Lazarus' slams gospel singers charging for appearances

The pastor suggested that ministry should not be commercialised highlighting a time a singer charged 5 million to come and sing for his congregation. His statement sparked debate and reactions within the gospel and gospel music community. I really wish …

Leading to Change the World - A Powerful Memoir by Leslye Renee Kornegay, EdD

A compelling journey from housekeeper to director to doctor, defying barriers in predominantly white institutions. CANTON, MA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ARPress is honored to be the publisher of Leading to Change the …

Effective Local SEO Strategies for Strengthening Market Presence in 2024

NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As businesses continue to rely on digital visibility to attract customers, local search engine optimization (SEO) remains a crucial strategy for improving online presence in …

The 15 White Coats® HBCU Tethered Tour Brought to Dillard University

The Black physician-led group visited Dillard University to inspire students to apply and attend Medical School. NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Saturday, the Louisiana-based 15 White Coats®, a Black …

New York Festivals Advertising Awards Unveils the 2025 Shortlist Jury

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This year’s Shortlist Jury to date is composed of some of the industry's most visionary leaders and groundbreaking creatives, renowned for their excellence and innovation. …

Partnerize Appoints Vanja Wilson as Vice President and General Manager for APAC

Wilson’s Leadership Poised to Accelerate Partnerize’s Breakout Success in the Region NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Partnerize, the leader in partnership automation, has appointed Vanja Wilson as Vice President and …

KiDS Campaign Applauds Texas HB 499 to Require Social Media Warning Labels

KiDS Campaign ww.keepitdigitallysafe.org a global initiative of supporters across four continents committed to protecting youth, applauds Texas House Bill 499 BLOOMINGTON, MN, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The KiDS Campaign …

Todd G. Buchholz, Best-Selling Author and Honored Economist, Declares: The HIP Economy Rises

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- While headlines focus on America's $36 trillion national debt and ongoing political debates, Todd G. Buchholz, a best-selling author and respected economist, identifies …

Maddie Taylor of My Girl Life Podcast Wins "Do-Gooder of the Week" Award from Fox31 Denver for Community Contributions

DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maddie Taylor, the founder and host of the "My Girl Life Podcast," was honored with the prestigious "Do-Gooder of the Week" award by Fox31 Denver during their popular …

Dr. Susan Augustine Introduces New Children’s Book: 'Where Do You Live? Little Max Learns Another Big Idea'

Where Do You Live? Little Max Learns Another Big Idea Inspiring Kids to Explore Their World Through Storytelling SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Susan Augustine, an esteemed educator and advocate for childhood …

AI Won’t Replace Recruiters—But It Will Replace Your CV, Says Megan Adams on The Z Way Podcast

Megan Adams of Professional.me joins The Z Way Podcast, declaring CVs outdated and sharing how AI reshapes talent management and generational hiring. DUBAI, DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ever wondered why …

National Lumpia Day Celebrates Culinary Excellence, Community Spirit, and Official Recognition in San Antonio

National Lumpia Day 2025 Unites San Antonio with Flavor, Culture, and Community Through Culinary Competitions and Celebrations SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National Lumpia Day 2025 was a resounding success …

Van Holten’s Teams Up with Mega Alimentos to Launch Mexican-Inspired Chamoy Pickle

Van Holten’s partners Mega Alimentos to bring authentic chamoy flavor to their iconic Pickle-In-A-Pouch line, inspired by the viral chamoy pickle trend WATERLOO, WI, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Van Holten’s, the viral …

Tuuti Named 2025 Empowering Women Honoree by Idaho Business Review

Boise-Based Marketing Agency Recognized for Advancing Women in Business and Building a More Inclusive Future BOISE, ID, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tuuti, a women-owned creative communications marketing agency, has been …

HAUSER Showcases China’s Musical Heritage in 'Music Unites the World'

HAUSER’s latest performance honors Chinese tradition, offering his interpretation of Yi Jian Mei. CHINA, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The internationally renowned cellist with over 4 billion views and over a billion streams, continues …

Armstrong & Associates, Inc. has been named Top Market Research Firm 2025

BROOKFIELD, WI, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Armstrong & Associates, Inc. is honored to be recognized as the Top Market Research Firm 2025 by Business Management Review. After an exhaustive evaluation by an expert …

Step Into Elegance with the XCOATPRESS Toe Nails Collection – The At-Home Pedicure Just Got a Glamorous Upgrade

COVINA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BTArtboxnails, the ultimate destination for chic and innovative nail art, is thrilled to unveil the dazzling XCOATPRESS Toe Nails Collection. This fabulous new line is here to …

Dr. Ian Brooks Redefines Leadership & Personal Mastery - For High-Achievers Who Demand More

Are You Thriving or Just Keeping Up? The Future Belongs to Those Willing to Push Their Limits. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Ian D. Brooks, founder and CEO of Rhodes Smith Consulting, is a must-know authority …

Author, Actor & Thought Leader Leandro Taub Releases ROMANCE, a Guide to Building Healthy, Lasting Relationships

A transformative book blending Judaism, Torah wisdom, mysticism & modern psychology, ROMANCE offers practical tools for deep, long-lasting relationships. MANHATTAN, NY, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leandro Taub, …

Mark Skousen, Renowned Economist, Comments About Trump's Trade War Make International Headlines

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acclaimed American economist Dr. Mark Skousen has been prominently featured in a German news article, "The European," discussing the economic impact of President …

Chiasson Smoke Launches 'Beyond the Product' Podcast to Inspire Entrepreneurs

BLUE RIVER, WI, UNITED STATES, March 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chiasson Smoke, the TikTok famous metal shop known for its expertly crafted rocket stoves and social media storytelling, is taking its passion for building to a new platform. Founders …