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.

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.