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World Music Charts

Discover the Rich Tapestry of World Music from Every Corner of the Globe

Embark on a musical journey across cultures with SoundClick's world music collection. Our daily updated charts celebrate the incredible diversity of global sounds - from the island rhythms of reggae and dancehall to the ancient melodies of traditional Celtic, African, and Asian music. Whether you're exploring the spiritual depths of Native American chants, the meditative qualities of New Age compositions, or the innovative blends of world fusion, you'll discover artists who honor their cultural heritage while pushing creative boundaries. Stream authentic world music for free and download select MP3s directly from artists representing every continent.

Explore a Wide Range of World Music Sub-genres

Dancehall - High-energy Jamaican music with infectious rhythms and contemporary urban influences
Dub - Echo-heavy reggae subgenre featuring instrumental remixes and studio experimentation
Native American - Sacred and ceremonial music honoring indigenous American traditions and spirituality
New Age - Meditative and ambient world music designed for relaxation and spiritual reflection
Reggae - Classic Jamaican music with distinctive rhythms and conscious lyrical themes
Traditional African - Authentic African rhythms, vocals, and instruments celebrating continental heritage
Traditional Arabic - Middle Eastern melodies and scales with traditional Arabic instruments and vocals
Traditional Asian - Diverse Asian musical traditions from East Asia, Southeast Asia, and beyond
Traditional Celtic - Ancient Celtic melodies with fiddles, pipes, and traditional folk instruments
Traditional European - Folk traditions from across Europe with regional instruments and melodies
Traditional Hawaiian - Island music featuring ukulele, steel guitar, and traditional Hawaiian vocals
Traditional Indian - Classical and folk Indian music with traditional ragas and authentic instruments
Traditional Irish - Celtic heritage music with fiddles, bodhráns, and traditional Irish storytelling
Traditional Spanish - Flamenco, folk, and regional Spanish music with classical guitar and passionate vocals
World Fusion - Contemporary blends combining traditional world music with modern genres
World General - Diverse world music spanning multiple cultures and global influences

World Music FAQ

World music encompasses traditional and contemporary styles from cultures around the globe. It includes folk traditions, indigenous music, and modern fusion genres that blend cultural elements with new influences.
Popular world music sub-genres include Reggae, Traditional Celtic, Traditional African, Dancehall, World Fusion, and regional traditions like Indian, Spanish, and Irish music.
You can stream free world music on SoundClick. Our world music charts feature independent artists from across the globe, with many tracks available for free streaming or download.
SoundClick's World Music charts are updated daily and ranked by listener engagement - including plays, downloads, and fan activity. This ensures the charts reflect the global music that listeners are connecting with most.
World music features diverse instruments like sitars (India), djembes (Africa), bagpipes (Celtic), steel drums (Caribbean), didgeridoos (Australia), and Native American flutes. Each reflects the unique identity of its culture.
World music preserves cultural heritage, promotes cross-cultural understanding, and exposes listeners to diverse traditions. It connects people across borders and celebrates the richness of global musical expression.

Picture for song 'GmSj ft Vyrus & Kitkat - Rabbia e Amore.mp3' by artist 'gmsj23'

GmSj ft Vyrus & Kitkat - Rabbia e Amore.mp3

World - World General

Kimya

World - World Fusion

Picture for song 'An Island Traffic Jam' by artist 'Scuzzo'

An Island Traffic Jam

Just a fool

Well, its not really a band.. Im just a home studio guitarist Hack.  so thats me on guitar.. and i program a machine for the rest or i snag a Backing Track off the Inter Web.. it serves as a proof of concept.

World - World Fusion

fool

Picture for song 'Paha Sapa' by artist 'Ahbleza'

Paha Sapa

World - Native American

Picture for song 'Life' by artist 'Jazmahalis'

Life

Jazmahalis play 20th century Persian pop music (aka 'jaaz') and Iranian folksong arrangements, as well as original instrumental and vocal (settings of Nima, Mos

Jazmahalis is a band that mixes elements of Persian folk music (mahali) with jazz.  We recorded two albums: one of original pop and dance tunes, and another based on the poetry of Nima Ushij and Fereidoon Moshiri.

World - World Fusion

Picture for song 'your oceans deep' by artist 'missing furniture'

your oceans deep

missing furniture

pop rock

World - New Age

Picture for song 'a buzz for the bronco' by artist 'Oberhofer'

a buzz for the bronco

I'm just a guitarplayer - the tracks I have at Soundcklick are all based on jam tracks from the LPF (www.lespaulforum.com) or from the Aussensaiter (www.aussensaiter.de) guitar forums.

Picture for song 'The Bear' by artist 'Nakoda Lodge'

The Bear

Aboriginal Pow Wow Boy-Band

Hoka! Nakoda Lodge would like to offer to you our new album NAKODA LODGE-COPPER MOON.  Its our first album released in 9 years.  13 new and never released songs along with two Bonus 'live' tracks.
Making the album was vary hard work, beginning in October and finally ending in April.  The total album cost at $150/hour estimated studio time is at ummm $10 000.00!!!  Don't freak out, we did it ourselves, so only about $2000.  We promote doing your own album, making i...

World - Native American

j'ai fait une affaire

Station KeLANOTRE

World - World General

Picture for song 'Monica (cover) - Calling All Angels (Pay it fwd)' by artist 'Monica B'

Monica (cover) - Calling All Angels (Pay it fwd)

World - World General

Picture for song 'QCL 2009' by artist 'Platano Music'

QCL 2009

Continuing to the next level, with more focus on groove, soundtrack, vibes and production.

World - World Fusion

Picture for song 'Makhokhakhola Radio' by artist 'Makho'

Makhokhakhola Radio

zola, brickz, brown dash, kabelo, andy magazz, mpilo dilika, kwaito, SA, Zimbabwe, Bulawayo

World - World General

Picture for song 'Baby You Know 2009 Naughty By Nature Remix' by artist 'hype and the Hollywood Church'

Baby You Know 2009 Naughty By Nature Remix

hype and the Hollywood Church

Wild, sexy, funky, freaky, danceable, fun, unpredictable, ridiculous, partytime, loving, trippy, hip-hop, R&B, smooth, raw, deep, fun, intense, music that goes

World - New Age

Picture for song 'Shut it all down' by artist 'Jahfus'

Shut it all down

World - Dancehall

Picture for song 'When Love Becomes Our Philosophy' by artist 'The Jesus Christians'

When Love Becomes Our Philosophy

The Jesus Christians

The radical teachings of Jesus preached through lyrics.  We try not to compromise on the really hardcore things Jesus said.  We are against greed and religious

Wanna hear someone not trying to water down the really harcore things that Jesus stood for?  Are you disillusioned with the hypocrisy in the church?  Do you think that 'the Gospel' is just saying a little prayer inviting Jesus into your heart?  ...we're jesuschristians.com

jesus

Picture for song 'My mind is running free' by artist 'Soul Fusion Band'

My mind is running free

Soul Fusion Band

Funk,rock,soul,and blues

Soul Fusion is a funk/rock band from waterloo, Iowa

Picture for song 'AnoPaBa' by artist 'iznobera'

AnoPaBa

Name: Marielle
Nickname: Apple
A.K.A: Iznobera
Age: 19 yrs old
Rappin' Since: 2004-present
location: Philippines

World - World General

Picture for song 'Te Pido Perdon' by artist 'Sincero y Axel'

Te Pido Perdon

sincero y axel

Sara De Montreal REDUX

Please Oh Please

World - World Fusion

Picture for song 'Naropoka' by artist 'Vitali Maembe'

Naropoka

African traditional band from Tanzania, based in Bagamoyo.

Vitali Maembe & The Spirits

World - Traditional African

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