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Silvana Estrada’s latest album came after experiencing profound grief
06/03/2026 | 38 mins.
The Mexican musician explains how the late ranchera icon Chavela Vargas helped her find her way back to songwriting after the death of her best friend.

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Kashus Culpepper's first 'Act' started just 6 years ago, when he picked up a guitar
04/03/2026 | 32 mins.
The rising country act from Alabama went from performing covers in the Navy to sharing stages with Wyatt Flores and Jelly Roll.

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Acadiana Music Showcase: Andrina Turenne
02/03/2026 | 11 mins.
This Canadian folk singer-songwriter has strong ties to Southern Louisiana.

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Cate Le Bon didn't want to write about heartbreak. She did it anyways.
27/02/2026 | 32 mins.
The Welsh songwriter channeled a sense of calmness to create the lush world of Michelangelo Dying.

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On 'Cutthroat,' South London band Shame thrives in moral ambiguity
26/02/2026 | 31 mins.
Lead vocalist Charlie Steen talks about the band's fourth studio album, plus Shame performs live.

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