This week on Around the World with Davy Sims, we take you on another breathtaking musical journey across the globe. The featured album is Man Shall Be Free by Ghanaian highlife band Amamere, a powerful and rhythmic celebration of freedom, culture, and connection through music.

But that’s just the beginning. Davy curates a rich and vibrant mix of sounds from all corners of the world. Tune in for captivating tunes from Bosnia & Herzegovina, Canada, Cape Verde, Finland, Ghana, Georgia, Greece, India, Kosovo, Mali, Mexico, Morocco, Poland, Portugal, Romania, the Solomon Islands, Thailand, Türkiye, the USA, and Wales.

From highlife to folk, traditional to contemporary, this episode is packed with discovery, energy, and the spirit of global connection. Don't miss it—Around the World with Davy Sims is your passport to the sounds of the planet.

This week on Around the World with Davy Sims, we’re taking a gentle journey back to the beginning of the year to revisit one of the standout musical highlights: Luminescent Creatures by the remarkable Japanese artist, Ichiko Aoba. First featured in the early weeks of the year, this deeply atmospheric and emotionally rich album left a lasting impression on listeners around the world—and it’s well worth another listen.

Ichiko Aoba is renowned for her ability to craft minimalist yet deeply evocative soundscapes. With nothing more than her voice, guitar, and a delicate sense of space, she builds entire worlds from silence and sound. In Luminescent Creatures, she offers a collection of beautifully soft, introspective pieces that feel like whispered lullabies or long-forgotten dreams coming gently back to life.

As always, Davy features four carefully chosen tracks from the album, each one showcasing a different facet of Ichiko’s artistry. From delicate acoustic melodies to subtly layered arrangements, these songs embody a rare kind of beauty—fragile yet powerful, understated yet unforgettable. Davy also shares insights into the album’s creation, Ichiko's unique musical philosophy, and why this particular body of work continues to resonate so deeply.

Whether you're a longtime fan of Ichiko Aoba or hearing her for the first time, this episode invites you to slow down, breathe deeply, and truly listen. It’s a reflective, soothing hour of radio that reminds us of the quiet magic found in the gentlest of sounds.

Around the World with Davy Sims—your passport to global music, one extraordinary artist at a time.

Davy Sims is back behind the mic, and he's bringing the world with him. Around the World with Davy Sims is your passport to an extraordinary blend of music from every corner of the globe — from foot-stomping folk to soaring melodies, ancient traditions to modern fusion. Each week, Davy hand-picks an eclectic mix of artists and sounds, weaving a rich and immersive listening experience that connects cultures and stories through the universal language of music.

This week’s journey has a special destination: the featured album Gold and Coal by the award-winning Canadian duo Cassie and Maggie. Drawing on their deep Celtic roots and a fearless modern sensibility, Gold and Coal is a collection that brims with energy, emotion, and elegance. Davy will take a deep dive into the album, exploring its themes, production, and the unique musical bond between the MacDonald sisters. Expect breathtaking harmonies, fiery fiddle playing, and intricate arrangements that breathe new life into traditional sounds.

So whether you're a seasoned world music lover or just curious to hear something new, Around the World with Davy Sims is your place to discover songs you’ve never heard — and fall in love with music all over again.