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11/02/2026

Ben Aylon - Xalam - TUGCD1130 - Released 28 May 2021

Ben Aylon’s debut international album sees him elevate the traditional music and instruments of Senegal and Mali into a fresh contemporary setting. Seven years in the making, Xalam features the late, great Malian diva Khaira Arby and sabar drumming legend Doudou Ndiaye Rose.

21/01/2026

Koo Nimo - Highlife Roots Revival - TUGCD1064 - Released 30th July 2012

Koo Nimo is one of the last true veterans of highlife roots and palm-wine music, which dominated Ghana’s popular music scene throughout much of the twentieth century. Recorded in his backyard at home in Accra, expect acoustic guitars and rolling percussion all topped off with his gentle story-teller singing style.

14/01/2026

Seprewa Kasa - Self Titled - TUGCD1051 - Released 2008

The seprewa is not called ‘soul of highlife’ for nothing - it is likely to be the greatest African instrument you’ll ever hear. This fresh and delicate, but seriously endangered, Ghanaian instrument is a cousin to the ever-popular kora from Mali, with a more earthy sound. Three virtuoso musicians have shared their ideas and passion to re-explore the traditional sounds of the seprewa and origins of highlife in an acoustic contemporary setting, with breathtaking results.
independent on sunday said this: ‘Sunbrjght sound which will yearn to hear this band live.’

12/01/2026

The Music Of Europe CD Bundle:

This classic collection of Riverboat albums brings together some of the label’s finest releases from around Europe to date. From the legendary guardians of Hungarian gypsy music, Romano Drom and the beautiful Bulgarian folk songs of Eugenia Georgieva, to the innovative Spanish flamenco traditions of Calaita Flamenco Son, this incredible valued bundle is a must-have for any connoisseur of European roots music.

07/01/2026

Happy new year!

is back this year with a release dating back over 20 years!

Emmanuel Jal & Abdel Gadir Salim - Ceasefire TUGDD1038 - Released September 26th 2005

For the first time, musicians from the north and south of Sudan come together to explore their common ground. Southern Sudanese artist Emmanuel Jal, one of the hottest rappers to explode out of the African music scene, joins northern Sudanese singer, composer and oud player Abdel Gadir Salim in a captivating musical collaboration. This incredible alliance of a renowned maestro with a young rapper produces music bursting with intricate melodies and a central message calling for peace in Sudan.

said of this at the time: ‘A lyrical and musical reconciliation summit.’ Songlines

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10/12/2025

Klezmer-ish - Dusty Road - TUGCD1125 -
Released 31 July 2020

From rip-roaring klezmer and dynamic tango to their self-penned gypsy jazz, Klezmer-ish bring a trademark twist to whatever genre takes their fancy. Drawing inspiration from the music of bygone travellers, Dusty Road is a seamless musical journey, always on the move.

03/12/2025

Trio Tekke - Strovilos TUGDD1126 - Released 24 April 2020

Trio Tekke go a step further, with 10 original compositions that expand the sonic pallet they have been forging in their last 3 albums. Decidedly louder and bolder, at times joyous and sombre, energetic and contemplative. The album, recorded in London, with additional recording in Nicosia and Athens also features three guest vocalists, who have each left their mark on the Greek folk sound of the last two decades with their voices: renowned guitarist and vocalist Dimitris Mystakidis, an ambassador of today’s rembetiko; Fotis Siotas, an innovative violinist and songwriter; and Yiannis Dionysiou, a strong new voice on the scene whose sound has strong echoes of Stelios Kazantzidis. Each of them takes a song on Strovilos, elevating the trio’s compositions to new heights.

19/11/2025

Ateshkhan Yuseinov - Strange Suite - TUGCD1123 - Released 30th August 2019

Something of a cult figure in his Bulgarian homeland, Ateshkhan Yuseinov is a guitar maverick whose unique approach combines both his Balkan and jazz influences. From impossibly intricate guitar improvisations to sublime balladry, Strange Suite also features two-time beatbox world champion SkilleR.

said: ‘This album is driven by technical excellence’

13/11/2025

Have you checked out our CD Bundles?

BEST OF AFRICA: This classic collection of Riverboat albums brings together some of the label’s finest African releases to date. From the guitar-driven desert blues of Etran Finatawa and Congolese soukous grooves by the legendary Syran Mbenza to the junk funk of Lesotho and trance percussion of South Sudan, this incredible valued bundle is a must-have for any African music connoisseur.

12/11/2025

For this weeks we have a collaboration between the great &

John Renbourn & Wizz Jones - Joint Control - TUGCD1095 - Released September 9th 2016

Recorded shortly before John Renbourn’s death in March 2015, this landmark album brings together two of the most important and influential acoustic guitarists of our era. Great friends for over 50 years and regular playing partners for the last two years of John’s life, their mutual respect and musical understanding shines through these historic recordings.

gave it ⭑⭑⭑⭑ and said: ‘This charming, effortlessly classy album is the final recording by John Renbourn... a folk guitar hero’s final bow’

also gave it ⭑⭑⭑⭑ saying this: ‘‘timeless talents, enduring influences’

This album is available in our shop both on vinyl and CD

11/11/2025

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29/10/2025

brings you a very coveted album in the WMN catalog:

Etran Finatawa - The Sahara Sessions - TUG1071CD - Released May 27th 2013

The Sahara Sessions was recorded deep in the desert. Sheltered only by an animal-skin tent and the vast canopy of midnight stars, Etran Finatawa played their guitars and sang straight from the heart. Each poignant song and every slap of the calabash drum articulating the deep-set divisions in the Sahel region that are threatening their Nomad way of life.

gave it a 7.1 rating and said of it: ‘‘it can feel as though the music is being made right in the room with you’

This album also features who we’ve been working very closely with lately on something new and exciting coming in 2026 so keep your eyes peeled!

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