Music Reviews

Discover what's good and what's not so hot in the realms of roots and world music, from old-time acoustic to electric folk-rock, ranging from the folk traditions of Ireland, Scotland, France and Spain to the nations of Africa, North America and Scandinavia, as well as the flourishing traditions of jazz, bluegrass and blues.

Be sure to check out pages devoted to the world and roots music collections of Alan Lomax, Putumayo and the Rough Guides.

Browse our music library for an assortment of tune books, instructional books, books about musicians, books about music history ... and more!