Step into the rhythm of the planet with Around the World, where Davy Sims guides you on an enchanting musical adventure across continents and cultures. This is more than a show—it's a journey through the universal language of music, exploring the rich and diverse soundscapes that define our world.

From the soulful chants of Indigenous Australia to the pulsating beats of South America, the deep-rooted grooves of Africa, and the iconic sounds of America, each episode weaves a tapestry of global melodies and traditions. Discover hidden gems from remote corners of the world, celebrate the vibrancy of cultural expression, and hear the stories behind the music that brings us all together.

Whether you’re a seasoned traveler of sound or just beginning to explore, Around the World invites you to connect with the spirit of humanity through its greatest common thread: music. Tune in, open your ears, and let Davy Sims transport you to a world of wonder, one note 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.

Around the World with Davy Sims

This week on Around the World, Davy Sims takes you on another unforgettable musical journey across continents and cultures. The Featured Album is Angel by the extraordinary Welsh harpist Cerys Hafana, blending tradition with modern creativity in a way that’s both intimate and striking.

Along the way, you’ll hear a rich mix of sounds from every corner of the globe — from the rhythms of Brazil and Nigeria, to the melodies of Finland, Hungary, and Slovakia, and the soulful textures of India, Lebanon, and Sudan. There’s music from Australia, Canada, California, and Ireland, as well as discoveries from Portugal, Puglia, Sicily, Romania, North Macedonia, Sweden, Denmark, Gabon, and Rwanda.

It’s a sweeping, diverse playlist that celebrates how music connects us all, no matter where we call home.