Get ready for another captivating episode of Around the World with Davy Sims, your passport to the rich and diverse sounds of global music. This week, Davy takes us deep into the southern hemisphere, starting with a spotlight on the vibrant and ever-evolving music scene of Australia—from Indigenous voices to modern indie and folk. Then it’s off to the Solomon Islands, where traditional island rhythms and harmonies paint a sonic picture of life in the Pacific.

But the journey doesn’t stop there. As the musical compass turns once more, we head across the ocean to South America, making a special stop in Ecuador to feature the stunning new album from Gracia Albán. Blending heartfelt lyrics with lush instrumentation, this album captures the spirit and soul of contemporary Ecuadorian music.

As always, Davy curates each track with care, weaving stories, cultures, and sounds into a seamless musical adventure. Whether you're discovering something new or reconnecting with global favourites, this week’s episode promises a rich listening experience that will transport you far beyond borders.

Tune in and let Around the World with Davy Sims take you on another unforgettable journey.

Davy Sims is back from holiday and ready to take you on another unforgettable journey of global sounds in Around the World. This week’s featured album is the breathtaking Pacífico Maravilla from Colombia’s Nidia Góngora, a record that celebrates the deep cultural traditions and vibrant rhythms of Colombia’s Pacific coast. With its blend of heritage, storytelling, and irresistible groove, it’s an album that perfectly captures the spirit of discovery at the heart of the show.

But the journey doesn’t stop there. Davy has unearthed a wealth of new music from every corner of the globe. You’ll hear fresh sounds from Finland, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Micronesia, and Mexico, alongside unique voices from North Macedonia, Prague, Réunion, Rwanda, Skye, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Texas, Ukraine, and Wales. Each track brings its own story, its own texture, and its own window into life, culture, and creativity from around the world.

Whether it’s contemporary folk from the European north, island rhythms from the Pacific, soulful voices from Africa, or experimental sounds that blur genres and traditions, Around the World with Davy Sims continues to uncover the music that transcends borders and connects us all.

So tune in, settle back, and let Davy guide you through a truly global playlist — a celebration of the richness and diversity of music from every continent.

Join Davy Sims on another epic musical journey in Around the World with Davy Sims, your passport to the sounds, rhythms, and stories that shape our global soundtrack.

This week’s featured album is Terra Mãe by Portuguese-Irish duo LINA_ & Jules Maxwell—a rich, emotional exploration of heritage and homeland, blending Fado traditions with contemporary textures in a stunning cross-cultural collaboration.

Estonia takes the spotlight in the Baltic segment, with compelling performances from Mari Kalkun, Duo Ruut, and the genre-defying Pulluup.

From the rarely spotlighted sonic treasures of Eritrea and Malawi, to powerful sounds from Canada, Colombia, Cuba, France, Ghana, Greece, Italy, Mali, Mexico, Nigeria, Senegal, and the Solomon Islands—this week’s playlist is a vibrant celebration of the world’s rich musical tapestry.

Tune in, travel far, and discover something new—only on Around the World with Davy Sims.