The Country, Folk & World Recommendation Thread

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Francis Cabrel - La corrida (Live) (France)

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The song "La Corrida" [see above] is about the Spanish practice of bullfighting. [from the bull's point of view]
- Francis Cabrel wrote and performed the song
- The song was released in 1994
- Nicolas Reyes of the Gipsy Kings appears on the song. [original audio]
- The lyrics of the song are frequently quoted and used in literature.

Imarhan, meaning ‘the ones I care about’, started out around 2008, a loose collection of friends who began to play together. Their reflects their cultural and generational background;

Imarhan - Id Islegh (Algeria)

[Polds]

Nice

[borntodie]

Originally Posted by Polds

Nice

[borntodie]

sounds beautiful

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBgrbZwy2HQ

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A life-long resident of Panola County’s Como, Mississippi, R.L. Boyce was born into the fife and drum tradition. ...His Hill Country boogie style is simple, repetitive trance music. Boyce’s approach to playing and song structures are rooted in past traditions; however, his music is uniquely contemporary.

R.L. Boyce - I Dont Need a Woman (USA)

[alicesmith]

Those all combinely can make an amazing playlist and we can enjoy free music online.

[cooper545]

Certainly, if you're a fan of Billy Currington's classic country and laidback style, you might enjoy exploring the music of these similar artists:

Josh Turner: Known for his deep, resonant voice and traditional country sound, Josh Turner's music often carries a classic and relaxed vibe.

Easton Corbin: Easton Corbin's music often draws inspiration from traditional country, and he has a smooth, laidback approach to his songs.

Dierks Bentley: Dierks Bentley's catalog includes a mix of contemporary and traditional country tunes. Some of his songs have that easygoing feel you might be looking for.

Kacey Musgraves: While Kacey Musgraves has a modern twist to her music, her songwriting often pays homage to classic country themes and her style can be quite laidback.

Alan Jackson: A veteran of the genre, Alan Jackson's extensive catalog includes plenty of classic country tunes that resonate with fans of this style.

George Strait: Often referred to as the "King of Country," George Strait's music is the epitome of classic country with a laidback and timeless quality.

Chris Stapleton: While Chris Stapleton has a bluesy and soulful edge, his music often carries a classic country feel, and his songwriting is top-notch.

Zac Brown Band: With a mix of country, folk, and rock influences, Zac Brown Band offers a relaxed and melodic style that appeals to a broad audience.

These artists should offer you a diverse range of classic country and laidback music to explore and enjoy, expanding your musical horizons beyond the well-known legends like Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, and Willie Nelson.

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City of Gold follows Tuttle’s acclaimed 2022 record, Crooked Tree, which won Best Bluegrass Album at the 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards.

Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway - Yosemite feat. Dave Matthews (USA)

Spoiler for Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway - San Joaquin:

Spoiler for Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway - El Dorado:

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Thomas Mapfumo has been the musical voice of protest in Zimbabwe and all of southern Africa for nearly half a century. Easily the most famous singer in his native country, Mapfumo lives in exile from the regime of Robert Mugabe, and his music is banned at home. But Mapfumo doesn't sing his protest only against one corrupt dictator.

Thomas Mapfumo & The Blacks Unlimited - Ngoma ye Kwedu (Zimbabwe)

Originally from the Swahili-speaking part of Eastern Congo, Les Mangelepa have released more than 13 albums and penned some of East Africa’s best-loved songs. The band was formed as an offshoot of Orchestre Baba National of Baba Gaston, which first arrived in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in 1972 and soon started recording with the Tanzania Film Company and another label called Sindimba. In 1973 they boarded an OTC bus to Nairobi to record.

Orchestre Les Mangelepa - Nyako Konya (Kenya)